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Operate basic static machines safely

Operate basic static machines safely

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFFM2018
State Code
OEL21
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to safely operate basic stationary machinery used in industries such as wood machining and cabinet and furniture making. Workers with this competency undertake basic operations. More advanced skills in setting up, maintaining and using machines to their full capacity are covered in units dedicated to specific machine types.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for task
  • 1.1 Identify task requirements from work instructions
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Select material for machining based on job requirements and check that it meets task quality requirements
  • 1.4 Check that emergency stops, gauges, guards, controls and safety equipment are functional prior to machine start-up
  • 1.5 Complete machine settings and adjust to meet task requirements in compliance with manufacturer instructions
  • 1.6 Follow workplace procedures for machine start-up
  • 1.7 Complete trial run to check machine is operating correctly and report any problems to supervisor
2 Operate machines
  • 2.1 Feed material into machine in accordance with manufacturer instructions, safety requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Operate machine in accordance with its designed capacity and purpose, and to manufacturer recommendations
  • 2.3 Identify items that do not meet quality requirements and recycle or discard in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Recognise problems with product or machine operation and report to appropriate persons in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Finalise task
  • 3.1 Clean work area, safely dispose of waste and identify items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures and environmental standards
  • 3.2 Clean machinery, complete routine maintenance and leave in a safe mode in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Identify, tag and report faulty equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Complete task documentation in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI419 MSFFM2010 Set up and operate basic static machines Unit of competency