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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Select and set up forming/shaping equipment for a specific operation
   • Most appropriate tools and equipment are selected.
   • Equipment is correctly set up and adjusted for operation to standard operating procedures.
   • Allowances for shrinkage, thickness and inside/outside measurements are correctly made.
2. Operate forming/shaping equipment
   • Machine is safely started up and shut down to standard operating procedures.
   • Material and safety guards are correctly positioned.
   • Equipment is correctly operated and adjusted.
3. Form and shape material
   • Material is levelled, straightened, rolled, pressed or bent to specifications/drawings using fabrication techniques.
   • Correct hot or cold forming procedures are followed.
   • Final form/shape is checked for compliance to specification and adjusted as necessary to standard operating procedures.

Required Skills

Evidence Required

The evidence guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole It must be read in conjunction with the unit descriptor performance criteria range statement and the assessment guidelines for the Metal and Engineering Training Package
Overview of assessment requirements	A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to apply fabrication forming and shaping techniques to meet specifications Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied
Context of 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
Interdependent assessment	This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety quality communication materials handling recording and reporting associated with applying fabrication forming and shaping techniques 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
Consistency of performance	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
Required skills	Look for evidence that confirms skills in
	selecting tools and equipment
	setting up and adjusting equipment
	calculating allowances
	taking measurements
	starting up and shutting down the machine
	positioning material
	positioning safety guards
	obtaining drawings andor specifications
	selecting the most appropriate formingshaping process to achieve the required size and specification
	formingshaping material to size and specification
	checking the final formshape of the object for conformance with specifications
	reworking the object to ensure conformance with specifications
	reading interpreting and following information on written job instructions specifications standard operating procedures charts lists drawings and other applicable reference documents
	planning and sequencing operations
	checking taskrelated information
Required knowledge	Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of
	a variety of hot and cold formingshaping processes
	the machines tools andor equipment required to perform formingshaping processes
	the reasons for selecting chosen tools equipment and processes
	adjustments that can be made to the equipment and the effect of adjustments on the object being formedshaped
	allowances when formingshaping materials
	sources of data relating to allowances
	startup and shutdown procedures
	the material positioningfeeding requirements
	the location and function of all safety guards
	procedures for the formingshaping process
	defects in formedshaped materials
	defects that can be rectified by further workadjustment
	hazards and control measures associated with undertaking fabrication forming and shaping including housekeeping
	safe work practices and procedures

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Range Statement

The range statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables and scope cater for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge between States, Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. The range statement relates to the unit as a whole and provides a focus for assessment. Text in italics in the performance criteria is explained here. The following variables may be present and may include, but are not limited to, the examples listed under the scope. All work is undertaken to relevant legislative requirements, where applicable
Variable	Scope
Tools and equipment	Presses, shapers, benders, rollers, drop hammers etc.
Material	Ferrous and no-ferrous and non-metallic substances
Fabrication techniques	Includes measurements and calculations associated with allowances for shrinkage, thickness and inside/outside measurements
Final form/shape	Pipework, chamfers, cylinders, cones, angles, hoppers, ductwork, 'square to round', 'transitions', 'lobster backs' and all forms of tubular shapes, including hand rails, reticulation pipework, mufflers etc.

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