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Control bale or mote press operations
Control bale or mote press operations
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTCG2003A
LMTCG2003A
State Code
W7144
W7144
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Original Release Date
16/07/2011
Nominal Hours
20
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to control bale or mote press operations in the cotton ginning process including determining parameters such as final moisture content and standardisation of bale weights.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Operate bale or mote press
- 1.1 All necessary settings and preparation for machinery operation are identified and assessed in accordance with specifications
- 1.2 Press machinery is started in accordance with workplace standard operating procedures
- 1.3 Monitor the feed of lint in the lint slide to the press
- 1.4 Bale tie system is fed in accordance with manufacturer procedures
- 1.5 Work area around machinery is cleaned and maintained to meet workplace and OHS practices
- 1.6 Machinery is stopped or shut down in accordance with all safety and workplace standard operating procedures
2 Carry out operator maintenance
- 2.1 Minor running problems are identified and reported
- 2.2 Major machinery or product faults are reported
- 2.3 Minor maintenance and cleaning are performed in accordance with manufacturer specifications
3 Dispose of waste materials
- 3.1 Waste is kept to a minimum through correct application of workplace run out procedures
- 3.2 Waste is recycled where possible
- 3.3 Machine waste is disposed of in accordance with environmental and safety procedures
4 Monitor product quality
- 4.1 Quality requirements for producing cotton bales are correctly identified and applied for all stages of the process
- 4.2 Bale quality is visually checked continuously to ensure standard is maintained
- 4.3 Final moisture content and weight of bale are monitored
- 4.4 Any deviations from normal are recognised, isolated and reported
5 Communicate process information
- 5.1 Records and other documentation are clearly and accurately completed where required
- 5.2 Information regarding production status or problems is accurately transferred between changes in shifts
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.
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.
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 of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
prepare and operate pressing machinery
monitor product and process quality
undertake basic maintenance of machinery
dispose of waste appropriately
transfer relevant information between shift changes, where required
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 and 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.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
prepare and operate pressing machinery
monitor product and process quality
undertake basic maintenance of machinery
dispose of waste appropriately
transfer relevant information between shift changes, where required
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 and 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXP34 | LMTPRCG03A | Operate bale or mote press | Unit of competency |
