Unit of competency Outline
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Troubleshoot and optimise the production process
Troubleshoot and optimise the production process
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSU583C
ICPSU583C
State Code
D3288
D3288
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
11/09/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot and optimise the production process. This unit focuses on the systems analysis and design.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Evaluate production for efficiency purposes
- 1.1. Machine operations, staff and production process organisation are evaluated on an ongoing basis to make production efficiency gains
- 1.2. Production schedule is analysed according to production output, inventory, procurements, time constraints, supply capacities and requirements
- 1.3. Quality standards and safe work practices are examined to ensure compliance
- 1.4. Changeover/make ready processes are reviewed for production efficiency gains
- 1.5. Recommendations covering the above areas are developed and documented
2. Optimise production efficiency
- 2.1. Compliance to specified requirements is checked to ensure efficiency is maintained
- 2.2. Non-compliance is identified and investigated to determine causes
- 2.3. Production standards or machines are set and/or changed according to enterprise procedures
- 2.4. Changeover/ make ready times and processes are monitored to ensure times are maintained or improved
- 2.5. Production schedule is monitored and adjusted according to production output, inventory, procurements, time constraints and supply capacities and requirements to ensure efficiency is maintained
3. Troubleshoot production efficiency problems
- 3.1. Corrective or preventive action is implemented where appropriate
- 3.2. Changes are communicated to relevant personnel in a logical and easily understood manner
- 3.3. Changes are monitored and adjusted to confirm improvement to production efficiency
4. Troubleshoot material and machining problems
- 4.1. Evaluation of material or product structure is conducted to identify options for production and required tuning and adjustments are completed
- 4.2. Idiosyncrasies of machines are reviewed and adjustments or tuning undertaken to compensate or to exploit the idiosyncrasy within the manufacturer's specifications
- 4.3. Options are assessed to determine most effective/efficient method of production, ensuring highest quality and yield from materials and ease of production
- 4.4. Options and recommendations are documented for future reference according to enterprise procedures
5. Document changes and remedies
- 5.1. Changes to the production process are documented according to enterprise procedures
- 5.2. Adjustments to machines are recorded according to enterprise procedures
- 5.3. Documentation is circulated according to enterprise procedures, if required
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.
Production context may include:
production processes and associated machines/equipment include those generally operating in the various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry.
Production schedules may include:
production schedules may apply to daily or production runs, including repetitive production runs, short runs and quick changes.
Range of processes may include:
applies to the development of complex new processes or the modification of existing complex processes based on significant judgement. Applies to the overall production process.
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.
Production context may include:
production processes and associated machines/equipment include those generally operating in the various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry.
Production schedules may include:
production schedules may apply to daily or production runs, including repetitive production runs, short runs and quick changes.
Range of processes may include:
applies to the development of complex new processes or the modification of existing complex processes based on significant judgement. Applies to the overall production process.
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 ability to:
recommend and implement new, more efficient production processes and troubleshoot problems within the production process that effect efficiency gains
produce a portfolio that demonstrates that each element has been carried out. This should include records of standards and monitoring procedures and evidence that they are being effectively carried out
production efficiencies are confirmed through discussions with senior management and review of workplace documentation
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 these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
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, for example:
BSBFLM509A Promote continuous improvement.
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 ability to:
recommend and implement new, more efficient production processes and troubleshoot problems within the production process that effect efficiency gains
produce a portfolio that demonstrates that each element has been carried out. This should include records of standards and monitoring procedures and evidence that they are being effectively carried out
production efficiencies are confirmed through discussions with senior management and review of workplace documentation
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 these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
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, for example:
BSBFLM509A Promote continuous improvement.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0538 | ICPSU583B | Troubleshoot and optimise the production process | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUN21 | ICPSUP583 | Troubleshoot and optimise the production process | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W790 | ICP50110 | Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Digital Production) | Qualification |
| W792 | ICP50310 | Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing) | Qualification |
| W794 | ICP50510 | Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Process Improvement) | Qualification |