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Apply principles of blade design to sawing procedures

Apply principles of blade design to sawing procedures

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPSAW3251
State Code
OBM07
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
030111 - Wood MacHining And Turning
Original Release Date
29/05/2020
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to select blades for various sawing operations and apply principles of blade design in the selection to maintain quality production output.The unit applies to individuals who maintain the quality of saw blades in a saw technician workshop or timber processing 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 work
  • 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 selecting and sawing logs in multi-species operations
  • 1.4 Identify workplace environmental protection procedures for minimising and disposing of waste material, cleaning tools and equipment, and maximising energy efficiency
2. Maintain quality output
  • 2.1 Follow quality system procedures for the use and care of blades
  • 2.2 Assess blades visually for defects before processing products and completing work
3. Apply blade design principles
  • 3.1 Classify blades according to type and style suitable for different saws and production requirements
  • 3.2 Identify and evaluate blade characteristics, properties and design capacities according to manufacturer specifications and production requirements
  • 3.3 Select blades to suit material being cut and production requirements
  • 3.4 Plan sawing to minimise blade damage and wear, and to optimise blade lifespan
4. Assess the blade condition
  • 4.1 Identify and resolve during daily operations machinery and equipment issues that can cause product waste and adversely affect blade lifespan
  • 4.2 Assess saw blade condition and recognise the need to rectify blade wear and damage
  • 4.3 Record and report blade faults to appropriate personnel according to blade design specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXJ79 FWPSAW3228 Apply principles of blade design to sawing procedures Unit of competency