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Split wood products

Split wood products

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSAW2208
State Code
AXK10
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
21/02/2018
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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
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to use a saw or hydraulic ram to convert wood into two or more pieces to produce split posts or firewood. Work is completed in forest products factories which produce fencing components, landscaping supplies and commercial firewood.The unit applies to Sawmill Worker, Production Worker, Timber Products Worker. No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for splitting
  • 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Identify type and quantity of products for splitting.
  • 1.3 Select appropriate personal protective and other equipment and check for operational effectiveness
  • 1.4 Plan splitting process in line with work order.
2. Split wood products
  • 2.1 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.
  • 2.2 Feed material into machine at feed rate to optimise production output and quality.
  • 2.3 Maintain splitting process and adjust to maximise feed rate, desired quality and output.
  • 2.4 Reject and dispose of sub-standard material in line with environmental protection practices.
  • 2.5 Direct processed wood to designated area in line with work order.
  • 2.6 Identify routine processing problems and resolve or report to appropriate personnel.
3. Complete operator maintenance
  • 3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.
  • 3.2 Check saw blades for bluntness or damage.
  • 3.3 Remove and replace saw blades in line with manufacturer's recommendations.
  • 3.4 Dispose of used blades in line with environmental protection practices.
  • 3.5 Complete basic non-specialist maintenance for equipment.
  • 3.6 Keep machine clear of dust and debris in line with organisational safety procedures.
  • 3.7 Record and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6054 FPISAW2208B Split wood products Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL2 FWP20316 Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing Qualification