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Analyse product and determine machine settings

Analyse product and determine machine settings

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTGN4008
State Code
BAV82
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
25/07/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to identify and specify product and material characteristics and to specify machine settings and modifications for product change.The unit of competency applies to examining sample material and product characteristics and determining machine settings or modifications that are required.This unit of competency is applicable to all sectors of the textiles clothing and footwear (TCF) industry.Work may involve discretion and judgment, for both self and others, in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes.Products and materials include those typically used within each sector of the TCF industry.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare to determine machine settings
  • 2.1 Analyse pattern or product specifications
  • 2.2 Prepare and use measuring or testing equipment to identify characteristics or specifications of product and material
  • 2.3 Analyse product and material specifications to determine production parameters
3 Analyse machine requirements
  • 3.1 Determine machine requirements and limitations relative to required specifications
  • 3.2 Determine machine WHS requirements
  • 3.3 Translate product and material specifications into machine settings and configurations
4 Specify machine settings and modifications
  • 4.1 Establish modification requirements to meet workplace procedures and specified outcomes and seek approval, where required
  • 4.2 Assess modifications or adaptations in accordance with relevant procedures and specifications
  • 4.3 Evaluate machine modifications and confirm they meet requirements
  • 4.4 Check machine settings and modifications against specification prior to machine setting
  • 4.5 Record machine settings and modifications and communicate them to appropriate team members
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7326 LMTGN4008A Analyse product and determine machine settings Unit of competency
W7325 LMTGN4006A Evaluate equipment and systems Unit of competency