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Grade cypress sawn and milled products

Grade cypress sawn and milled products

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT2214
State Code
AXL88
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to visually evaluate cypress sawn and milled product characteristics for classification into various strength and appearance grades. It includes sorting cypress into classifications and marking material in line with grade type.The unit applies to those who grade cypress sawn and milled products.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for grading
  • 1.1 Review work order for grading cypress sawn and milled products and clarify with appropriate personnel.
  • 1.2 Obtain type and quantity of sawn and milled product to be graded from storage location.
  • 1.3 Select equipment appropriate to work order and check for operational effectiveness in line with manufacturer recommendations.
  • 1.4 Plan grading process in line with site procedures.
  • 1.5 Establish and maintain communication with others at site to ensure safety.
2. Grade products
  • 2.1 Visually assess size of sawn and milled products in line with industry standards and number of ranges estimated.
  • 2.2 Evaluate material characteristics of each product are evaluated against industry standards for grade type.
  • 2.3 Measure moisture content and evaluate against standards and seasoning requirements.
  • 2.4 Mark characteristics for docking.
  • 2.5 Sort material in line with its grade classification and clearly mark with markers or stickers.
  • 2.6 Reject and dispose of sub-standard material in line with site requirements.
  • 2.7 Record and report grading outcomes and distribution problems to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5892 FPICOT2214B Grade cypress sawn and milled products Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBM62 FWPCOT2248 Appearance grade cypress sawn and milled products Unit of competency