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Manually prepare and produce screen prints

Manually prepare and produce screen prints

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSP270C
State Code
D3220
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/11/2010
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
12/11/2010
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manually prepare and produce screen prints.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify job requirements
  • 1.1. Material safety data sheets are used to identify safe chemical handling procedures
  • 1.2. Substrate is checked for conformance to job specifications with any irregularities reported and/or rectified
  • 1.3. Ink is checked for conformance to job specifications
  • 1.4. Stencil is checked for conformance to job specifications
2. Prepare machine to print
  • 2.1. Substrate position and stencil registration are adjusted according to job specifications
  • 2.2. Ink is applied to the screen in the quantity required for the screen size
  • 2.3. Equipment is kept clean and spillage is minimised
3. Produce proof print
  • 3.1. Proof print is run off and checked for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying/curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications
  • 3.2. Adjustments are made according to product and machine specifications
  • 3.3. Belt speed and energy required are set to achieve desired curing or drying properties
  • 3.4. Appropriate approval to commence production is sought prior to commencement
4. Run job and monitor print quality
  • 4.1. Printing speed production is adjusted to maximise quality and output
  • 4.2. Print quality is continuously evaluated and adjusted as required
  • 4.3. Effects of ink alterations during run are monitored and any discrepancy is notified according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.4. Workplace documentation on job is completed as required
  • 4.5. Curing and drying are constantly monitored and adjusted according to manufacturer's/ supplier's and job specifications
5. Carry out routine user maintenance
  • 5.1. Equipment is cleaned according to enterprise procedures
  • 5.2. Fault conditions are identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
6. Stack production output
  • 6.1. Output is checked for thorough drying/curing before stacking
  • 6.2. Job status and progress are checked for conformance to job specifications and any necessary action is taken
7. Conduct shutdown of the production process
  • 7.1. Material is transferred to correct destination in a safe manner
  • 7.2. Excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters are removed and cleaned according to OHS requirements and manufacturer's/supplier's specifications
  • 7.3. Waste materials and chemicals are disposed of according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
  • 7.4. Equipment and surrounding areas are cleaned according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications
  • 7.5. Tools and equipment are identified, stored and maintained according to manufacturer's specifications to ensure ease of access and operator safety
  • 7.6. The correct procedure for dealing with spilt chemicals is demonstrated according to OHS requirements
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.
Substrate may include:
material or substance that will hold an image.
Job specifications may include:
job sheets, work tickets or processing orders.
Drying/curing may include:
manual drying systems commonly used in specific industry sections.
Appropriate approval may include:
client approval sought or enterprise approval from supervising personnel.
Workplace documentation may include:
enterprise procedural documents.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
set up screen printing machinery and produce a print that meets job specifications on a range of common substrates, using fundamental manual screening techniques
for valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered over a period of time through a range of methods for assessment to indicate consistent performance
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely replicated workplace environment
manual screen printing equipment.

Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0472 ICPSP270B Manually prepare and produce screen prints Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUN87 ICPSCP270 Manually prepare and produce screen prints Unit of competency