Unit of competency Outline
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Set up, operate and maintain joining machines
Set up, operate and maintain joining machines
Unit of competency
National Code
LMFFM3022B
LMFFM3022B
State Code
W8623
W8623
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/09/2008
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
25/09/2008
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit covers the competency to set up, operate and maintain joining machines using their full potential and capacities in the production of furniture
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
- 1.1. Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment, and quantities
- 1.2. Cutting list and job specifications are read and interpreted
- 1.3. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
- 1.4. Material for machining is selected and inspected for quality
- 1.5. Joining machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation
- 1.6. Procedures are determined for minimising waste material
- 1.7. Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job
2. Set up machines
- 2.1. Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked
- 2.2. Joining machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions
- 2.3. Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation, accuracy and quality of finished work
- 2.4. Necessary adjustments are made to machine settings
3. Operate machines
- 3.1. Machine start-up procedure is carried out in accordance with manufacturers' instructions
- 3.2. Material is fed into machine in accordance with manufacturers' instructions, tooling requirements, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures
- 3.3. Machine is operated in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturers' recommendations
- 3.4. Machine operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output
- 3.5. Waste quantities are checked and minimised
- 3.6. Items that do not meet quality requirements are recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures
- 3.7. Problems with the required work and/or the operation of the machine are identified and reported to appropriate persons
4. Clean up work area and maintain equipment
- 4.1. Material that can be reused is collected and stored
- 4.2. Waste and scrap are removed following workplace procedures
- 4.3. Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.4. Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults identified in accordance with workplace
- 4.5. Operator maintenance is completed in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and site procedures
- 4.6. Tooling is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Joining machines are to include:
mortise and tenoners (either joinery or furniture) and dovetailers (single or multi-pin) and may include: dowelling and inserting machines
Material to be machined may include but is not limited to:
solid timber and manufactured board
Unit scope
Work involves reading and interpreting working drawings, machining mortise and tenon joints, dovetailing, scribed joints, angle joints and compound angle joints, and the maintenance of tools and cutters
Unit context
OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines
Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components
Tools and equipment are to include:
machine-specific tools and tension wrenches and may include: screwdrivers
hammers
spanners
jigs and fixtures
Materials are to include:
joining machine consumables
oils and lubricants and trial materials
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Joining machines are to include:
mortise and tenoners (either joinery or furniture) and dovetailers (single or multi-pin) and may include: dowelling and inserting machines
Material to be machined may include but is not limited to:
solid timber and manufactured board
Unit scope
Work involves reading and interpreting working drawings, machining mortise and tenon joints, dovetailing, scribed joints, angle joints and compound angle joints, and the maintenance of tools and cutters
Unit context
OH&S requirements include legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code and local safe operating procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements
Work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving skills in the set up and operation of machines
Competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components
Tools and equipment are to include:
machine-specific tools and tension wrenches and may include: screwdrivers
hammers
spanners
jigs and fixtures
Materials are to include:
joining machine consumables
oils and lubricants and trial materials
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices
Information and procedures
Workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment
Work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs
Workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication
Manufacturers' specifications and operational procedures
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Read and interpret cutting lists and job specifications to prepare for work
Identify materials used in the work process
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Identify, set up, operate to their full capacities at least two different types of joining machines (mortise and tenoner and dovetailer), including the use of safety cut-outs and guards and their application of the machines to a variety of materials
Conduct operator maintenance on the machines and related equipment
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
Resource Implications
Access to joining machinery as identified in the Range Statement, standard operating procedures, and unprocessed materials.
Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical Aspects of Evidence
Interpret work order and locate and apply relevant information
Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
Read and interpret cutting lists and job specifications to prepare for work
Identify materials used in the work process
Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection processes to:
minimise the risk of injury to self or others
prevent damage and wastage of goods, equipment and products
maintain required production output and product quality
Identify, set up, operate to their full capacities at least two different types of joining machines (mortise and tenoner and dovetailer), including the use of safety cut-outs and guards and their application of the machines to a variety of materials
Conduct operator maintenance on the machines and related equipment
Work effectively with others
Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment
Resource Implications
Access to joining machinery as identified in the Range Statement, standard operating procedures, and unprocessed materials.
Method of Assessment
Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.
Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.
Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Context of Assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0297 | LMFFM3022A | Set up, operate and maintain joining machines | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI435 | MSFFM3014 | Set up, operate and maintain joining machines | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W031 | LMF30302 | Certificate III in Furniture Making | Qualification |
| W032 | LMF30402 | Certificate III in Furniture Making (Cabinet Making) | Qualification |
| W033 | LMF30502 | Certificate III in Furniture Making (Wood Machining) | Qualification |