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Produce barrels using non-fired processes

Produce barrels using non-fired processes

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFCP2002
State Code
WI273
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify and respond to timber and material properties
  • 1.1 Types of timber and inherent characteristics are analysed to select the optimum timber for the product
  • 1.2 Characteristics and properties of oak are identified and considered
  • 1.3 Properties and impacts of metals are identified and considered
2 Respond to the impact of the barrel properties on wine product
  • 2.1 Cause and effects on the product of controlled oxidation is considered and responded to
  • 2.2 Cause and effects on the product of barrel maturation is considered and responded to
  • 2.3 Cause and effect of the fermentation in barrel is considered and responded to
  • 2.4 Impact of seasoning on the barrel timber components and the product are considered as a factor in determination of seasoning requirements
3 Prepare for production
  • 3.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to coopering operations are verified and complied with
  • 3.2 Work order is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel
  • 3.3 Barrel production sequence is planned
  • 3.4 Procedures are determined for checking quality at each stage of the process
  • 3.5 Suitable work area is selected for the task
  • 3.6 Tools and equipment suitable for the work are selected and checked for safe operation
4 Select and prepare components
  • 4.1 Materials, hardware, fittings and attachments are collected
  • 4.2 Fixing and joining devices are selected in accordance with work instructions and type of materials to be joined
  • 4.3 Jigs are selected and checked for suitability of purpose
  • 4.4 Components, including staves and heads, are machined and prepared to specification
5 Assemble components
  • 5.1 Components are laid out and joined using jigs, appropriate fastenings and clamping devices
  • 5.2 Hand and/or power tools and equipment are used as required
  • 5.3 Assembled components are checked for compliance with specifications
  • 5.4 Components are prepared, assembled, fitted and checked in accordance with specification
6 Finish the product
  • 6.1 Product is lined in accordance with specification
  • 6.2 Product is tested for leakage and faults are repaired
  • 6.3 Decorative features or fittings are fitted and secured to specification
  • 6.4 Product is sanded and prepared for coating
  • 6.5 Product is coated in accordance with specification and intended commercial application
7 Clean work area/s and maintain equipment
  • 7.1 Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 7.2 Finished products are organised and stored in holding area
  • 7.3 Waste and scrap are removed following workplace procedures
  • 7.4 Tools and equipment used are cleaned; inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 7.5 Equipment and work area clean-up is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 7.6 Records and reports are completed to workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8489 LMFCP2002A Produce barrels using non-fired processes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEL87 MSFCP3001 Produce barrels using non-fired processes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J725 MSF20113 Certificate II in Furnishing Qualification