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Manufacture varnish and resin
Manufacture varnish and resin
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPIM335C
ICPIM335C
State Code
D3085
D3085
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manufacture varnishes and resins.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Read and interpret job requirements from documentation
- 1.1. Appropriate processes are identified and confirmed
- 1.2. Appropriate materials and/or equipment are selected according to job specifications
2. Start up machines/equipment
- 2.1. Pre-startup checks are completed and documented according to enterprise procedures
- 2.2. Utilities are checked
- 2.3. Raw materials/feed lines are checked to ensure availability
- 2.4. Pre-startup conditions are reported according to enterprise procedures
- 2.5. Startup is conducted according to enterprise procedures
- 2.6. Machine/equipment operation is verified according to enterprise procedures
3. Maintain varnish/resin production process
- 3.1. Production process is operated in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule
- 3.2. Production is maintained according to OHS requirements and enterprise procedures
- 3.3. Process and equipment are monitored during batch manufacture to ensure operation is maintained
- 3.4. Records/log/checklists are completed according to enterprise procedures
- 3.5. Machines/equipment are inspected and readouts recorded and interpreted
- 3.6. Quality inspections/sampling are undertaken according to enterprise procedures
- 3.7. Consumables are monitored and added to the process according to job specifications
4. Maintain operation of equipment/process conditions
- 4.1. Variations/irregularities of equipment operation or process conditions are identified and reported
- 4.2. Production difficulties are anticipated and preventive action is taken to prevent occurrence by timely intervention according to enterprise procedures
- 4.3. Corrective action is documented and reported according to enterprise procedures
5. Shut down varnish/resin manufacture process
- 5.1. Pre-shutdown checks are carried out and documented according to enterprise procedures
- 5.2. Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures
- 5.3. Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with OHS requirements
- 5.4. Product/materials used in manufacture are removed from operating area where appropriate
- 5.5. Solid and liquid waste is removed from operating area and recycled or disposed of, where required, according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
6. Clean up
- 6.1. Equipment cleaning requirements are identified
- 6.2. Correct equipment/materials for manual or mechanical cleaning are selected
- 6.3. Cleaning is undertaken according to enterprise procedures
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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Processes may include:
Fusion cooking or reaction.
Materials may include:
Range of raw materials/consumables, pigment, varnish, inks, chemicals used in cleaning.
Enterprise procedures may include:
Range of enterprise procedures within defined work area as documented in enterprise procedures (SOPs).
OHS may include:
Includes relevant legislation, regulations and enterprise policies/guidelines.
Machines/equipment may include:
Machines/equipment may include gel tanks, reactors, tanks, refrigeration units, air compressor, pan washer/scrubbers, pumps, valves, other vessels.
Shutdown may include:
In the range from planned shutdown to emergency response.
Application may include:
Varnish/resin manufacture and associated tasks are typically performed by operators working under limited supervision to ensure production requirements are met.
Documentation may include:
Range of work instructions including formulae, job dockets, work sheets, specifications, labels, material safety data sheets.
Adjustments/corrections may include:
In the range from normal operating to emergency response.
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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Processes may include:
Fusion cooking or reaction.
Materials may include:
Range of raw materials/consumables, pigment, varnish, inks, chemicals used in cleaning.
Enterprise procedures may include:
Range of enterprise procedures within defined work area as documented in enterprise procedures (SOPs).
OHS may include:
Includes relevant legislation, regulations and enterprise policies/guidelines.
Machines/equipment may include:
Machines/equipment may include gel tanks, reactors, tanks, refrigeration units, air compressor, pan washer/scrubbers, pumps, valves, other vessels.
Shutdown may include:
In the range from planned shutdown to emergency response.
Application may include:
Varnish/resin manufacture and associated tasks are typically performed by operators working under limited supervision to ensure production requirements are met.
Documentation may include:
Range of work instructions including formulae, job dockets, work sheets, specifications, labels, material safety data sheets.
Adjustments/corrections may include:
In the range from normal operating to emergency response.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
In the range from planned shutdown to emergency response
Demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
Use EITHER fusion cooking OR reaction to manufacture TWO batches of varnish/resin, including in-process testing, according to manufacturer's and job specifications, OHS requirements, enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
In the range from planned shutdown to emergency response
Demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
Use EITHER fusion cooking OR reaction to manufacture TWO batches of varnish/resin, including in-process testing, according to manufacturer's and job specifications, OHS requirements, enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0348 | ICPIM335B | Manufacture varnish and resin | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUP04 | ICPINK335 | Manufacture varnish and resin | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W771 | ICP21110 | Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (Ink Manufacture) | Qualification |