To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
13 units of competency:
6 core units plus
7 elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
2 units from Group A
5 units from Group A and/or Group B, the total of which can include up to 3 units recommended for packaging at Certificate II, III or IV level from this or any other endorsed Training Package or state/territory accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to work undertaken in the sawmilling and processing sector of the industry.
Core Units
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BSBFLM312
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Contribute to team effectiveness
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FWPCOR2201
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Work effectively in the forest and forest products industry
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FWPCOR2202
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Communicate and interact effectively in the workplace
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FWPCOR3201
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Implement safety, health and environment policies and procedures
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FWPCOR3202
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Conduct quality and product care procedures
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FWPCOR3204
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Visually assess materials
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Elective Units
An asterisk (*) next to the unit code indicates that there are prerequisite requirements which must be met when packaging the qualification. Please refer to the Prerequisite requirements table for details. All prerequisite units are included in the qualification.
Group A
Logyard and/or Material Preparation
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FWPCOT3203
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Weigh loads
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FWPCOT3227
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Receive and measure logs
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Sawing Operations
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FWPSAW3229
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Operate a portable sawmill
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FWPSAW3230
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Perform primary log breakdown
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FWPSAW3231
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Perform secondary log breakdown
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FWPSAW3241
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Set up and operate production saws used in sawmill operations
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FWPSAW3243
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Produce sawn green boards
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FWPSAW3250
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Select and saw logs in multi-species operations
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Grading and Testing
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FWPCOT3208
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Test strength of joints
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FWPCOT3240
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Grade heavy structural/engineered products
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FWPCOT3246
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Test heavy structural/engineered products
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FWPCOT3250
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Prepare timber to meet import/export compliance requirements
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FWPCOT3267
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Mechanically stress-grade engineered wood panels
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FWPCOT3284
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Grade, sort and mark timber materials
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FWPCOT3292
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Calibrate and maintain scanning equipment used in sawmilling operations
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FWPCOT3293
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Use scanning equipment for timber grading
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FWPCOT3296
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Mechanically stress grade timber
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FWPSAW3223
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Assess wood chips
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Timber Products
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FWPCOT2241
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Apply wood and timber product knowledge
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FWPCOT2245
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Operate and maintain a table saw
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FWPCOT3234
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Cut material using CNC sizing machines
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FWPCOT3235
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Machine material using CNC machining and processing centres
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FWPCOT3253
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Convert timber residue into products for further use
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FWPCOT3264
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Build and maintain timber stacks
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FWPCOT3272
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Set up and run multi-head moulder/planer to produce simple profiles
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FWPCOT3273
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Set up and run multi-head moulder to produce complex profiles
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FWPCOT3274
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Cut timber products using high-speed optimiser
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FWPCOT3275
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Set up, operate and maintain end matching machines
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FWPCOT3288
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Set up, operate and maintain finger jointing machines
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FWPCOT3290
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Apply knowledge of timber properties, sawmill operations and sawmilling equipment
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FWPCOT3297
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Operate automated stacking equipment
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FWPSAW3249
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Saw logs using CNC optimising systems
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Timber Drying and Treatment
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AHCCHM307
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Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
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FWPCOT3231
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Operate steam boiler
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FWPCOT3232
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Operate heat plant
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FWPCOT3248
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Dry timber in solar assisted kilns
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FWPCOT3249
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Select timber preservation techniques
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FWPSAW3205
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Dry hardwood
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FWPSAW3206
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Dry softwood
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FWPSAW3242
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Treat timber
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Sawdoctoring
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FWPCOT3271
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Hand sharpen knives and blades for commercial and domestic cutting services
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FWPCOT3279
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Assess and maintain saw technology tools
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FWPCOT3280
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Replace saw blades, knives and guides
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FWPCOT3281
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Manufacture profile cutters
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FWPCOT3282
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Assess and maintain saw blade and sawing machine performance
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FWPCOT3283
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Sharpen and position blades or knives in chipper, canter and reducer
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FWPCOT3286
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Identify levelling and tensioning requirements for saw blades
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FWPCOT3294
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Swage and shape saw blades
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FWPCOT3295
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Assess and maintain cutter performance
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FWPCOT3298
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Produce templates
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FWPSAW3232
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Sharpen band saw blades
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FWPSAW3233
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Sharpen circular saw blades
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FWPSAW3234
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File and set saw blades for hand saws and circular saws
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FWPSAW3235
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Recondition saw guides
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FWPSAW3236
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Sharpen tipped circular saw blades
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FWPSAW3237
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Level and tension circular saw blades
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FWPSAW3238
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Replace Stellite tips
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FWPSAW3239
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Assess and maintain wide band saw blades
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FWPSAW3240
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Assess and maintain band saw wheels
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FWPSAW3244
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Align sawing production systems
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FWPSAW3245
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Join band saw blades
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FWPSAW3246
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Hard face saw teeth
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FWPSAW3247
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Replace tungsten tips
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FWPSAW3248
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Profile saw blanks
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Woodchipping
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FWPSAW3215
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Screen wood chips
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FWPSAW3216
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Transfer wood chips
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FWPSAW3223
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Assess wood chips
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FWPSAW3224
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Coordinate and monitor the wood chip stockpile
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Group B
Machinery and Equipment
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FWPCOT2240
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Cut material with a pole saw
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FWPCOT3224
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Plan and monitor equipment maintenance
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FWPCOT3259
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Operate a four wheel drive on unsealed roads
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FWPCOT3260
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Recover four wheel drive vehicles
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FWPFGM3214
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Operate a four wheel drive in a towing situation
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MEM11011*
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Undertake manual handling
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MEM18011*
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Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
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Warehousing & Distribution
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FWPCOT3236
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Coordinate stock control procedures
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RIIMPO321F
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Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
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TLIA3018
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Organise despatch operations
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Load Handling
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AHCMOM207
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Conduct front-end loader operations
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RIIMPO323E
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Conduct civil construction dozer operations
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TLID0001
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Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads
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TLID3011
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Conduct specialised forklift operations
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TLID3043
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Shift loads using gantry equipment
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Safety and Quality Processes
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FWPCOR3203
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Evaluate fire potential and prevention
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FWPCOT3202
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Navigate in remote or trackless areas
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FWPCOT3254
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Implement environmentally sustainable work practices in the work area/work site
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FWPCOT3263
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Maintain and contribute to energy efficiency
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FWPCOT3291
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Apply principles for timber and process optimisation in sawmill operations
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HLTAID003
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Provide first aid
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HLTAID006
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Provide advanced first aid
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MEM13015
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Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
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TLID3035
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Operate a boom type elevating work platform
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TLIF1002
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Conduct housekeeping activities
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Administration and Business
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BSBINM301
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Organise workplace information
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BSBITU306
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Design and produce business documents
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Communication and Relationships
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BSBFLM303
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Contribute to effective workplace relationships
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MEM16006*
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Organise and communicate information
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Competitive Manufacturing
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MSS402001
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Apply competitive systems and practices
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MSS404060
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Facilitate the use of planning software systems in a work area or team
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Planning and Analysis
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BSBFLM305
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Support operational plan
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Prerequisite requirements
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Unit of competency
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Prerequisite requirement
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MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
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MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
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MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
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MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
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MEM18011 Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
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MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
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