Assessor Resource

MSFFM3021
Set up, operate and maintain computer numerically controlled (CNC) sizing machines

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency covers setting up, operating and maintaining CNC sizing machines to produce furniture or components.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantities

1.2

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.3

Material for machining is selected and inspected for appropriate quality

1.4

Procedures are determined for minimising waste material

1.5

Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job

2

Set up machines

2.1

CNC program is set to job requirements

2.2

Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked

2.3

Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions

2.4

Machines, cutting tools and jigs are checked for safe and effective operation

2.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation and quality of finished work

2.6

Final adjustments are made to CNC programs and equipment according to workplace procedures

3

Operate machines

3.1

Machines are operated and monitored to ensure product quality and output

3.2

Waste quantities are checked and minimised

3.3

Problems with the required work are identified and reported to appropriate persons

3.4

Items that do not meet quality requirements are repaired, recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures

3.5

Any authorised changes in working procedures are followed

4

Finalise operation and maintain equipment

4.1

Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2

Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode

4.3

Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices

4.4

Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures

4.5

Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures

Locate, interpret and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment or products

maintain required production output and product quality

Identify, set up and operate CNC sizing equipment, including the use of safety cut-outs and guards, to produce a range of complex cutting patterns

Conduct operator maintenance on the machine and related equipment

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

Types, characteristics, uses and limitations of CNC sizing machines

CNC theory, practices and techniques

Characteristics of materials used and uses of products produced

Work flow processes

Procedures for reporting materials, product or equipment faults

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to CNC controlled equipment, standard operating procedures and unprocessed materials.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantities

1.2

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work

1.3

Material for machining is selected and inspected for appropriate quality

1.4

Procedures are determined for minimising waste material

1.5

Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job

2

Set up machines

2.1

CNC program is set to job requirements

2.2

Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked

2.3

Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions

2.4

Machines, cutting tools and jigs are checked for safe and effective operation

2.5

Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation and quality of finished work

2.6

Final adjustments are made to CNC programs and equipment according to workplace procedures

3

Operate machines

3.1

Machines are operated and monitored to ensure product quality and output

3.2

Waste quantities are checked and minimised

3.3

Problems with the required work are identified and reported to appropriate persons

3.4

Items that do not meet quality requirements are repaired, recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures

3.5

Any authorised changes in working procedures are followed

4

Finalise operation and maintain equipment

4.1

Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2

Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode

4.3

Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices

4.4

Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures

4.5

Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

CNC sizing machines include:

CNC beam saws

double end profiling machines

Unit scope includes:

computer programming skills

reading and interpreting drawings

stock control

setting cutting speeds

computer-aided machining operations

saw and tool maintenance

Materials to be sized include:

solid timber

manufactured board

laminate

solid synthetic materials and plastics

Unit context includes:

WHS requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous substances and dangerous goods code, and local safe operating procedures

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving in the set up and operation of machines

competency may be demonstrated in workplaces involved in the manufacture of solid timber furniture, domestic furniture, commercial furniture, kitchen and bathroom cabinets and/or furniture components

Tools include:

machine-specific tools

screwdrivers

hammers

spanners

Personal protective equipment includes:

that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise policies and practices

Information and procedures include:

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment

work instructions, including job sheets, cutting lists, plans, drawings and designs

workplace procedures relating to reporting and communication

manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Locate, interpret and apply relevant information

Apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment

Identify materials used in the work process

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods, equipment or products

maintain required production output and product quality

Identify, set up and operate CNC sizing equipment, including the use of safety cut-outs and guards, to produce a range of complex cutting patterns

Conduct operator maintenance on the machine and related equipment

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Minimise wastage of resources, including materials, time and money

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity

Types, characteristics, uses and limitations of CNC sizing machines

CNC theory, practices and techniques

Characteristics of materials used and uses of products produced

Work flow processes

Procedures for reporting materials, product or equipment faults

Assessors must:

hold training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors

have vocational competency in the furnishing industry at least to the level being assessed with broad industry knowledge and experience, usually combined with a relevant industry qualification

be familiar with the current skills and knowledge used and have relevant, current experience in the furnishing industry.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time rather than a single assessment event and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment must be by observation of relevant tasks with questioning on underpinning knowledge and, where applicable, multimedia evidence, supervisor’s reports, projects and work samples.

Assessment is to be conducted on single units of competency or in conjunction with other related units of competency. Foundation skills are integral to competent performance in the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessment must occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process, equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

Access is required to CNC controlled equipment, standard operating procedures and unprocessed materials.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Work instructions are used to determine job requirements, including design, quality, materials, equipment and quantities 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 
Material for machining is selected and inspected for appropriate quality 
Procedures are determined for minimising waste material 
Procedures are identified for maximising energy efficiency while completing the job 
CNC program is set to job requirements 
Safety equipment, including emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls are checked 
Machine settings and adjustments are made in accordance with job requirements and machine and tool manufacturer instructions 
Machines, cutting tools and jigs are checked for safe and effective operation 
Trial runs are conducted to check machine operation and quality of finished work 
Final adjustments are made to CNC programs and equipment according to workplace procedures 
Machines are operated and monitored to ensure product quality and output 
Waste quantities are checked and minimised 
Problems with the required work are identified and reported to appropriate persons 
Items that do not meet quality requirements are repaired, recycled or discarded according to workplace procedures 
Any authorised changes in working procedures are followed 
Work area is cleaned, hand and/or power tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored in accordance with workplace procedures 
Machinery is cleaned and left in a safe mode 
Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace practices 
Unused hardware is collected and stored for re-use or disposal following workplace procedures 
Waste and scrap materials are dealt with following workplace procedures 

Forms

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