Elements and Performance Criteria
- Interpret plans and loading conditions
- Applicable occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental, legislative and organisationalrequirements relevant to detailing truss or frame plans using advanced computerised systems are followed
- Drawings and documentation are obtained and work requirements interpreted and checked
- Plans are reviewed and loading information is interpreted
- Drawing views and notes are reviewed and additional design requirements and restrictions are identified and followed
- Additional information and data are obtained from appropriate personnel or sources
- Functional and pictorial image of structure, trusses or frames is created based on design requirements
- Design requirements outside normal software limitations are specified and appropriate assistance is sought
- Communication with others is established and maintained in line with OHS requirements
- Test design options and select best option
- Fixed design details are transferred to layout data in line with software requirements
- Frame or truss design types are specified and timber type and species are selected in line with material suitability and availability
- Common industry spacing of frames, trusses and their components are set to the defined design structure in line with industry standards
- Component sizes are fixed to clarify and firm design options
- Layouts, spacing and sizing of individual structural members are progressively selected in line with software requirements
- Design options are produced and design details selected, reviewed and revised in line with software and work order
- Produce layouts and cutting requirements
- Design records are reviewed for design integrity, completeness and consistency in line with applicable certifying authority standards
- Structure layout drawings and truss or frame assembly drawings are produced using software in line with workplace and software requirements
- Component cutting detail is produced in line with manufacturing requirements and schedules
- Design records and documentation are completed and maintained in line with workplace procedures
- Provide advice on design and production issues
- Questions regarding design and assembly requirements are answered and explained comprehensively in a clear and concise manner
- Effective communication techniques are used to assist and develop production personnel
- Alternative materials and sizes for components are provided within the scope of the design and work requirements
- Common site problems are discussed and prevention strategies are examined and adopted to ensure future site practice meets design requirements