Unit of competency Outline

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Apply knowledge of wood technology principles to end use applications

Apply knowledge of wood technology principles to end use applications

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT3285
State Code
OBM43
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2020
Field of Education
050501 - Forestry Studies
Original Release Date
29/05/2020
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate timber against quality requirements and specifications for use in timber processing and manufacturing operations. The unit applies to individuals who evaluate and select timber in a timber processing or manufacturing facility.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for timber selection
  • 1.1 Review work order to determine job requirements and, where required, seek clarification from appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Review workplace health and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, equipment lock-out and safe manual handling techniques
  • 1.3 Identify, assess and take actions to mitigate risks and hazards associated with assessing and selecting timber
  • 1.4 Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment, and maximising energy efficiency
  • 1.5 Review workplace and quality procedures on timber selection
  • 1.6 Conduct visual inspection of timber for suitability
  • 1.7 Review and check timber against product specifications
2. Evaluate timber for selection
  • 2.1 Assess growth and durability of the timber and assess suitability for production requirements
  • 2.2 Assess species, timber structure, features and characteristics of timber and assess suitability for production requirements
  • 2.3 Measure moisture content of selected timber and assess suitability for production requirements
  • 2.4 Identify density and working properties of timber and assess suitability for production requirements
  • 2.5 Identify faults and features in timber and assess suitability for production requirements
  • 2.6 Select sawing patterns that best suit selected timber
3. Finalise timber selection
  • 3.1 Assess timber against quality and specification requirements
  • 3.2 Prepare timber for despatch, ensuring that damage is prevented or minimised
  • 3.3 Record and report on timber selection outcomes and procedures, and identify any problems with the process and report to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXL16 FWPCOT3247 Select timber for forestry operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFD03 FWPCOT3349 Assess timber against quality requirements and specifications Unit of competency