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Operate forming equipment

Operate forming equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
PMC552070
State Code
BAH34
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate forming equipment, and ancillary equipment that is integral to the process, as typically used to produce plasterboard, cornice and fibre cement sheet.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to prepare materials and equipment, monitor and adjust the equipment, undertake routine quality checks and rectify routine problems.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working 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 Prepare forming equipment for production
  • 1.1 Set up line in accordance with work instructions
  • 1.2 Determine product formation requirements from the production program
  • 1.3 Conduct equipment pre-start procedures and visual checks according to enterprise procedure check list
  • 1.4 Ensure required change parts are in place
  • 1.5 Set up and configure equipment start-up functions to comply with standard operating procedures
  • 1.6 Ensure equipment is safe to use
2 Operate forming equipment
  • 2.1 Start up equipment in accordance with work instructions
  • 2.2 Operate equipment to produce product of required shape, dimensions and consistency
  • 2.3 Monitor equipment conditions and adjust to ensure correct product quality
  • 2.4 Monitor and adjust material properties as required
  • 2.5 Record production data as required
3 Rectify routine problems
  • 3.1 Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
  • 3.2 Determine and rectify fault causes by established enterprise procedures/work instructions
  • 3.3 Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with accordance with established enterprise procedures
  • 3.4 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
4 Shut down equipment
  • 4.1 Ensure line is clear of all product and left in a safe manner for shutdown
  • 4.2 Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 4.3 Clean work area
  • 4.4 Complete appropriate records and logs
  • 4.5 Shut down equipment in an emergency situation
5 Prepare equipment for cleaning and maintenance
  • 5.1 Isolate equipment in accordance with work instructions
  • 5.2 Remove any remaining product or materials safely
  • 5.3 Ensure the area is clear and safe for cleaning or maintenance
6 Control hazards
  • 6.1 Identify hazards from the job to be done
  • 6.2 Identify other hazards in the work area
  • 6.3 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • 6.4 Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA948 PMC552070B Operate forming equipment Unit of competency