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Prepare for timber treatment operations

Prepare for timber treatment operations

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSAW2210
State Code
AXK08
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
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the outcomes required to assist with the treatment of timber by monitoring operational details including timber flow to the treatment processing area, water requirements and preservative solution strength. The unit applies to those who treat timber in a forest products factory setting. Job roles can include timber grader as well as kiln, sawmill, production or treatment plant operator.Copper Chrome Arsenate (CCA) chemical is a restricted chemical product, which means that CCA can only be supplied to and handled by suitably trained and authorised persons.The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) advised that as of 1 July 2012, CCA products can only be supplied to, and used by, suitably trained persons authorised under a relevant state or territory law from that date.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.In Victoria, to comply with licence/permit requirements, organisations must ensure that employees working with CCA demonstrate competence in this unit (FWPSAW3201 Treat timber), or that persons working with CCA do so under the direct supervision (sight and sound) of a trained and authorised person. For regulatory information and details in other states and territories refer to the state or territory licensing body.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Set up for treating
  • 1.1 Review work order and where required check with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
  • 1.3 Obtain chemicals and type and quantity of timber for treatment from storage.
  • 1.4 Complete pre start-up equipment checks to ensure operational effectiveness.
2. Assist with treatment process
  • 2.1 Monitor and maintain timber supply to the treatment process area.
  • 2.2 Identify water requirements and check to ensure treatment process requirements are met.
  • 2.3 Test moisture content of timber in line with organisational procedures.
  • 2.4 Check and maintain strength of preservative solution at specified strength and volume.
  • 2.5 Keep treating area clear of dust and debris in line with organisational safety procedures.
  • 2.6 Safely handle treated timber and transfer to storage area.
  • 2.7 Store chemicals in line with organisational safety procedures and report on stock levels.
  • 2.8 Record and report processes and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6056 FPISAW2210B Prepare for timber treatment operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL2 FWP20316 Certificate II in Sawmilling and Processing Qualification