Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Prepare for cutting

1.1 Read work order and identify cutting requirements

1.2 Identify and follow work health and safety requirements throughout the work

1.3 Select and check tools and equipment for suitability, quality, serviceability and safety prior to use

1.4 Select mat cutting machines and blades suited to the required cut and adjust for angled, circular or oval cuts

1.5 Set cutting equipment components, controls and clamping systems

1.6 Select, accurately measure and lay out board material in accordance with work requirements and to minimise waste

1.7 Plan the work sequence suited to the job

2. Conduct cutting operation

2.1 Place and clamp mat board on machine

2.2 Inspect cut board for compliance with quality and work order requirements and rectify any deficiencies

2.3 Achieve required cut quality, output and wastage within allowable limits through correct operation of cutting equipment

2.4 Identify and report problems occurring during work operations to appropriate persons

2.5 Make routine equipment adjustments to achieve required output

3. Complete work

3.1 Mark completed work for identification and store in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2 Identify and store items for recycling in accordance with workplace procedures

3.3 Clean work area and safely dispose of rubbish

3.4 Accurately complete required workplace documentation

3.5 Check, clean and store tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures