Produce complex gravure printed product

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 12:08 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
ICPPRN322

State Code
AUO11

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
26/03/2015

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

16/09/2015

Field of Education

030103 - Printing

Original Release Date

16/09/2015

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce non-routine gravure printed product.It applies to individuals who operate a gravure press and maintain product quality standards. Individuals may also provide leadership and guidance to members of their team.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Maintain non-routine operation of reel transportation system

1.1 Reel stand is monitored and adjusted to ensure efficient continuous operation
1.2 Web control system is monitored and adjusted to ensure correct tension and accurate continuous positioning of web for efficient operation
1.3 Substrate is added to process according to job instructions

2. Maintain non-routine operation of reel delivery system

2.1 Reel rewind section is monitored and adjusted to maintain correct tension and to avoid marks, blemishes or damage to finished product
2.2 Substrate is removed from process according to job instructions
2.3 Sheeting section is monitored and adjusted to ensure quality and efficient product delivery
2.4 Set-off / marking prevention system is monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of printed product without set-off or marking meets the approved proof standard

3. Maintain complex gravure printing process

3.1 Gravure cylinder condition is monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of printed product meets the sample sheet standard
3.2 Gravure impression roller condition is monitored and maintained to ensure quality of printed product meets the sample sheet standard
3.3 Gravure inking system and doctor blade are monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of printed product meets the sample sheet standard
3.4 Drying systems are monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of printed product meets the approved proof standard

4. Maintain operation of in-line processes

4.1 In-line printing/converting/binding/finishing processes are monitored
4.2 In-line printing/converting/binding/finishing process are adjusted to ensure quality of product meets the approved proof standard

5. Maintain non-routine production process

5.1 Production process is operated in association with fellow workers and according to company specifications and planned daily schedule
5.2 Production is maintained within work health and safety (WHS) requirements and company and manufacturer’s specifications
5.3 Manual and/or automatic control is used as per specification
5.4 Performance is monitored and verified using the process control system according to enterprise procedures
5.5 Ink performance, colour, register and position of print are monitored and adjusted throughout production run
5.6 Production difficulties are anticipated and preventive action is taken to prevent occurrence by timely intervention
5.7 Process adjustments to eliminate problems are reported according to enterprise procedures
5.8 Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures

6. Identify and rectify faults

6.1 Problems in gravure machine are identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
6.2 Adjustments or corrections are carried out according to specified procedures and consistent with operator’s skill level
6.3 Gravure machine operation is checked to ensure correct operation
6.4 Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported according to enterprise procedures

7. Conduct shutdown of production process

7.1 Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures
7.2 Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with WHS requirements
7.3 Unused ink is correctly labelled and stored according to manufacturer/supplier specifications and enterprise procedures
7.4 Solid and liquid waste is removed from operating area and recycled or disposed of, where required, according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
7.5 All product is removed from operating area
7.6 Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures
7.7 Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations

8. Clean and wash up printing machine at end of print run

8.1 Cylinders, plate and roller surfaces are cleaned ready for next run
8.2 Inking system is washed ready for next run, and liquid waste is disposed of according to company and regulatory requirements
8.3 In-line printing/converting/binding/finishing units are cleaned ready for next run
8.4 Reel feed, transportation and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run
8.5 Sheet feed, transport and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run
8.6 Production records or other documentation are accurately completed where required by enterprise procedures

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D3174	ICPPR322C	Produce complex gravure printed product	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
OBP90	ICPPRN3220	Produce complex gravure printed product	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AZO3	ICP31215	Certificate III in Printing	Qualification
AVW9	ICP30515	Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing)	Qualification