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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Determine job requirements
   • Job instructions and specifications are interpreted and understood.
   • Appropriate woodworking machine is selected to meet specifications.
2. Set up woodworking machines
   • Tools/cutters are selected appropriate to task requirements.
   • Cutting tools are sharpened and/or shaped to specification.
   • Tools/cutters are correctly installed using standard operating procedures.
   • Guards/stops are set and adjusted as required.
3. Operate woodworking machines
   • Material to be machined is positioned and secured effectively.
   • Materials are machined to specification using standard operating procedures.
   • Material use is optimised and waste is minimised.
4. Check finished component
   • Machined component is checked against specifications and predetermined finish.

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in determining job requirements from job instructions specifications standard operating procedures and other applicable reference documents checking and clarifying taskrelated information selecting and setting machines selecting and setting machines setting guards and stops handling machining and storing timber and wood measuring materials and components to specified sizestolerances checking for conformance to specifications

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of application and use of general wood working machines interpreting instructions drawings or sketches numerical operations and calculations within the scope of this unit machine settings including installation of blades and cutters clamping for the job including adjustments for sizing and speed the range of toolscutters for different purposes the consequences of incorrect set or cutting angles the consequences of tool holders tools and cutters etc being incorrectly secured the consequences of not using guards etc timber product knowledge including features characteristics and applications methods of optimising quality of appearance retention of shape strength and the minimisation of waste use and application of personal protective equipment safe work practices and procedures hazards and control measures associated with general woodworking machine operations

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package
Overview of assessment	A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to set up and operate wood working machines Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria including required knowledge and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts
Context of and specific resources for assessment	This unit may be assessed on the job off the job or a combination of both on and off the job Where assessment occurs off the job that is the candidate is not in productive work then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety quality communication materials handling recording and reporting associated with performing general woodworking machine operations or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit
Method of assessment	Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid sufficient current and authentic Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation supervisors reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency The candidate must have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures product and manufacturing specifications codes standards manuals and reference materials
Guidance information for assessment

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Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Job requirements	Sizing, appearance in terms of figure, grain or surface finish, allowance of imperfections such as twist, bow, bend, sloping grain, knots, shakes, gum veins etc.
Woodworking machines	Band saws, buzzers, thicknesses, disk sander, bobbin sander, pattern mill, wood lathe, pedestal router and drill
Set up	Installation of the blades and cutters, settings for the job, including adjustments for sizing and speed
Cutting tools	Blades, router bits
Guards/stops	Fixed and variable guards and stops

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