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Profile sand products

Profile sand products

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPWPP3224
State Code
AXJ17
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
030111 - Wood MacHining And Turning
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to profile sand surfaces of curved or shaped products to achieve a smooth surface.The unit applies to production technicians and operators that profile sanding products in a forest and wood products factory setting.Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit in some states and territories at the time of publication, and may differ according to jurisdiction.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for sanding.
  • 1.1 Review and check work order with relevant personnel.
  • 1.2 Identify hazards and control risk according to site procedures.
  • 1.3 Retrieve type and quantity of profiles to be sanded from the production process.
  • 1.4 Check equipment for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer's recommendations, using an inspection checklist.
  • 1.5 Plan sanding process in line with site procedures.
  • 1.6 Communicate plan with relevant personnel according to site procedures.
2. Sand profiles and report faults.
  • 2.1 Set sanding profile and feed rate for optimal smoothing of product and adjust to suit varying products.
  • 2.2 Perform profile sanding in line with site requirements.
  • 2.3 Regularly check and clean dust extraction equipment to avoid blockages.
  • 2.4 Visually assess product quality to ensure specified outcome has been achieved.
  • 2.5 Remove and replace worn sanding medium as required.
  • 2.6 Reject and dispose of products with sanding defects in line with site procedures and environmental requirements.
  • 2.7 Record and report sanding process and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.
3. Grade and distribute products and clean up.
  • 3.1 Grade products in line with site requirements and industry standards.
  • 3.2 Move material to storage or processing operations in line with site requirements.
  • 3.3 Clean work area in line with site requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6139 FPIWPP3224B Profile sand products Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL3 FWP30416 Certificate III in Wood Panel Products Qualification