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Control washing extractor operation

Control washing extractor operation

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTLA2003A
State Code
W7366
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/11/2010
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
11/11/2010
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to determine requirements for wash loads and control and monitor washing machine operation and processing of product to required specifications and quality.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine wash requirements
  • 1.1 Production schedule and work load priorities are identified
  • 1.2 Washing extractor loads are accurately determined by counting, weight, volume or classification
  • 1.3 Weighing machines are operated and size of load is determined by correctly reading indicator scales
  • 1.4 Washing sequences are selected for a given process or product
  • 1.5 Chemical dispensing is selected for chemical dosing system, where relevant
  • 1.6 Washing requirements are determined for specific loads
  • 1.7 Operator manuals are accessed as required
2 Monitor washing
  • 2.1 Washing machine operation is monitored for correct water, temperature and chemical levels
  • 2.2 Chemicals and dosing system are monitored for correct operation
  • 2.3 Program operation is monitored to ensure correct function
  • 2.4 Washing extractor operational faults are reported
  • 2.5 Required documentation is completed
3 Classify product
  • 3.1 Product is classified and sorted according to finishing requirements
  • 3.2 Product is directed to correct area for finishing
  • 3.3 Work area is checked for maintenance to housekeeping standards
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.
Washing requirements may include:
chemical dosage or formula settings
washing extractor program settings
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
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
other OHS practices relevant to the job and workplace
Required documentation may include:
information on wash load, program settings, chemical dosage
completion of standardised forms
information on wash efficiencies such as wash times
faults or inconsistencies
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:
interpret production schedules and work load priorities
select washing sequences
select and prepare chemicals
determine wash load requirements and extractor settings
control and monitor process operation

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

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
E0987 LMTPRLA03A Control washing machine operation Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV48 MSTLA2003 Control washing extractor operation Unit of competency