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Prepare yarn for textile manufacturing

Prepare yarn for textile manufacturing

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTTX2002B
State Code
W7497
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to prepare yarn for textile production processes.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Set up machine and load yarn
  • 1.1 Production specifications are checked to identify requirements for yarn quantity, quality or colour.
  • 1.2 Yarn batch or job is checked to ensure conformity to specifications.
  • 1.3 Non-conforming materials are reported.
  • 1.4 Yarn is loaded onto machine.
2 Wind yarn onto spool, bobbin or beam, or thread yarn onto machine
  • 2.1 Machine settings are calculated and adjusted to meet production requirements.
  • 2.2 Leasing reed or other mechanisms are set according to specifications where necessary.
  • 2.3 Yarn is threaded onto machine as necessary.
  • 2.4 Machine is operated according to OHS practices.
  • 2.6 Operation and yarn are monitored.
  • 2.7 Yarn breaks are repaired where necessary.
  • 2.8 Faults are corrected where necessary to meet specified requirements and are reported.
  • 2.9 Major machine or product faults are reported.
3 Remove product from machine
  • 3.1 Product is checked against quality standards.
  • 3.2 Product is unloaded or removed according to manufacturer specifications.
  • 3.3 Product is despatched to next process where necessary.
  • 3.4 Cleaning of area is completed to ensure work environment is maintained in a safe and productive manner.
4 Complete records
  • 4.1 Production records and other documentation are accurately completed.
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Machines include
warping machine
beaming machine
winding machine
sizing machine
threading machine
spooling machine
knitting machine
OHS practices
OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
environmental practices
Machine settings may include
yarn type and quality
sections
lubrication
height
tension
speed
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
check machine settings to meet production requirements
operate and monitor machine involving defined procedures and methods
make minor adjustments
check product against quality standards
load and unload products
complete records accurately and completely
apply OHS practices in work operations

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks according to instructions
working systematically with attention to detail according to instructions
identifying improvements and avoiding damage
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXQ02 LMTPRTX01AA Operate machines for production - 1 Unit of competency
W6616 LMTTX2002A Prepare yarn for textile manufacturing Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU29 MSTTX2008 Operate a machine for complex production operations Unit of competency