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Produce printed and decorated film

Produce printed and decorated film

Unit of competency
National Code
PMBPROD331
State Code
BAI55
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
52
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate and adjust film printing and decorating equipment to produce product.This unit of competency applies to experienced operators who are required to plan the process stages, start up and shut down film printing/decorating equipment, monitor equipment operation, make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity and solve problems within area of responsibility.This unit of competency applies to an experienced operator demonstrating theoretical and technical knowledge and well developed skills in situations that require some discretion and judgement. The experienced operator may work alone or as a member of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan the process stages for printing and decorating on flexible films
  • 1.1 Plan the stages in the printing process and ensure these comply with the quality requirements for product printing
  • 1.2 Identify and allow for changes in materials at each stage of the printing and decorating process
  • 1.3 Plan the availability of the equipment and components for each production stage
  • 1.4 Anticipate the impact of the process on product characteristics and product quality and usability
  • 1.5 Plan work requirements based on workplace approved operating procedures
  • 1.6 Identify equipment and processes to be used for materials preparation, production process and for downstream operations
2 Prepare for flexible printing and decorating operations
  • 2.1 Prepare materials, including base raw materials and additives
  • 2.2 Identify and address hazards connected with both production materials and process
  • 2.3 Check base materials inputs and outputs, dyes and print chemical colours, ancillary supplies and equipment
  • 2.4 Check product quality requirements for the relevant process stage
  • 2.5 Identify and locate equipment emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls
  • 2.6 Plan the task sequences, including times and locations for product quality checks, equipment operation and required production outputs
  • 2.7 Provide for ongoing materials input, waste management and work area housekeeping requirements
  • 2.8 Arrange any required supplementary equipment for product quality testing or routine equipment maintenance and/or adjustments
3 Set up and check printing and decorating equipment
  • 3.1 Set up equipment in accordance with required quality specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 3.2 Check printing and decorating settings and equipment adjustments for conformity to documented procedures
  • 3.3 Inspect materials for conformity with workplace operational requirements, including surface condition and materials thickness
  • 3.4 Discard non-conforming materials or make adjustments to processing operations in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Monitor printing and decorating operation
  • 4.1 Start up, operate and shut down operation as required by procedures
  • 4.2 Monitor printing and decorating operations noting product quality, ink adherence, production outputs, equipment operating pressures, colour, thickness and product integrity
  • 4.3 Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity to production standards where applicable
  • 4.4 Collect material which is able to be reprocessed and reused, and dispose of waste and scrap in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Clean up equipment, lubricate and adjust in accordance with workplace procedures
5 Anticipate and solve problems
  • 5.1 Recognise a problem or a potential problem
  • 5.2 Determine problems needing priority action
  • 5.3 Refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person, with possible causes
  • 5.4 Seek information and assistance as required to solve problems
  • 5.5 Solve problems within area of responsibility
  • 5.6 Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7643 PMBPROD331C Produce printed and decorated film Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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