Unit of competency Outline
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Operate machines to prepare hides or skins for tanning
Operate machines to prepare hides or skins for tanning
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTHL2003A
LMTHL2003A
State Code
W7353
W7353
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/10/2014
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
17/10/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to perform the tasks associated with operating and carry out operator maintenance of machines used for preparing hides and skins for tanning.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Operate machine to prepare hides or skins for tanning
- 1.1 All necessary settings and preparation for machine operation are identified and assessed in accordance with specifications and workplace standard procedures
- 1.2 Machine is started in accordance with workplace standard operating procedures
- 1.3 Hides or skins are fed through the machine in the appropriate manner and in accordance with OHS practices and workplace procedures
- 1.4 Hides or skins are directed to correct area for next process
- 1.5 Work area around the machine is cleaned and maintained to meet workplace and safety standards
- 1.6 Equipment is stopped or shut down in accordance with all safety and workplace standard procedures
2 Monitor product quality
- 2.1 Quality requirements for the hides or skins are correctly identified and applied for all stages of the process
- 2.2 Quality is visually checked continuously to ensure standard is maintained
- 2.3 Any deviations from normal are recognised and isolated
- 2.4 Variations to product quality are reported
3 Carry out operator maintenance
- 3.1 Minor running problems are identified and reported according to workplace and equipment manufacturer's procedures
- 3.2 Major machine and equipment or product faults are reported
- 3.3 Minor maintenance and cleaning are performed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and workplace procedures
4 Dispose of waste materials
- 4.1 Waste is kept to a minimum through correct application of industry standard and workplace procedures
- 4.2 Machine waste is disposed of in accordance with environmental and workplace procedures
5 Communicate process information
- 5.1 Records and other documentation are clearly and accurately completed where required
- 5.2 Information regarding production status and problems is accurately transferred between changes in shifts, where required
- 5.3 Documentation is maintained at each stage of the process to expedite movement of the hides or skins through the various phases of treatment
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.
Preparation for machine operation may include
pre-start up visual checks, including safety requirements
basic maintenance checks and product setting requirements
start up procedures
machine cleaning
Machines may include
fleshing
splitting
scudding of hides or skins
Equipment may include
electronic monitoring and metering systems
manual chart recording systems
hand tools
laboratory testing and sampling equipment
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 enterprise
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.
Preparation for machine operation may include
pre-start up visual checks, including safety requirements
basic maintenance checks and product setting requirements
start up procedures
machine cleaning
Machines may include
fleshing
splitting
scudding of hides or skins
Equipment may include
electronic monitoring and metering systems
manual chart recording systems
hand tools
laboratory testing and sampling equipment
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 enterprise
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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
prepare and operate machines for hide or skin preparation
monitor product to ensure quality requirements are applied for all stages of process
perform operator maintenance
dispose of waste materials appropriately
transfer relevant production information between shift changes, where required
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
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
prepare and operate machines for hide or skin preparation
monitor product to ensure quality requirements are applied for all stages of process
perform operator maintenance
dispose of waste materials appropriately
transfer relevant production information between shift changes, where required
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
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1857 | LMTPRHL03A | Operate machines to prepare hides or skins for tanning | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAV58 | MSTHL2003 | Operate machines to prepare hides or skins for tanning | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W363 | LMT21207 | Certificate II in Leather Production | Qualification |