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Operate basic woodworking machines

Operate basic woodworking machines

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFM1002
State Code
WI409
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030113 - Cabinet Making
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency covers operating basic woodworking machines used for sawing, planing, sanding and drilling in the production of furniture. It applies to a VET in Schools or pre-vocational program for new entrants to the furnishing industry. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Work instructions are used to identify job requirements, including quality, materials, equipment, and quantities
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including ventilation requirements and personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work
  • 1.3 Material for machining is selected and inspected for quality
  • 1.4 Machines, cutting tools and jigs are identified and checked for safe and effective operation
2 Operate machines
  • 2.1 Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked
  • 2.2 Machine start-up procedure is carried out in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 2.3 Material is fed into machine in accordance with manufacturer instructions, safe handling procedures and standard workplace operating procedures
  • 2.4 Machine is operated in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, tooling requirements and to manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.5 Machine operation is monitored to ensure product quality and output
  • 2.6 Waste quantities are minimised
  • 2.7 Items that do not meet quality requirements are recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures
  • 2.8 Problems with the required work and/or the operation of the machine are identified and reported to appropriate persons
3 Clean up work area and maintain equipment
  • 3.1 Material that can be re-used is collected and stored
  • 3.2 Waste and scrap are removed following workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Equipment and work area are cleaned and inspected for serviceable condition in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Unserviceable equipment is reported in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8598 LMFFM1002B Operate basic woodworking machines Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEJ55 MSFFP2011 Use timber furnishing construction techniques Unit of competency