Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 4:50 AM AWST
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Select and prepare materials for production
Select and prepare materials for production
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPIM211C
ICPIM211C
State Code
D3081
D3081
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
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare materials for ink and varnish manufacture.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Read and interpret job requirements and locate materials
- 1.1. Material requirements and quantities are correctly identified from documentation
- 1.2. Materials are located and checked according to enterprise procedures
- 1.3. Required quantities of material are confirmed and shortages and/or defective materials reported/ recorded
2. Prepare materials
- 2.1. Weighing/measuring devices are checked for accuracy and reset if required
- 2.2. Bowls, vats, tanks and pots are selected according to job specifications and checked to ensure they are free from contamination
- 2.3. Quantities of material are weighed/measured
- 2.4. Materials are prepared according to enterprise procedures
- 2.5. Quality checks are undertaken according to enterprise procedures
- 2.6. Materials are adjusted to conform to job specifications
3. Transfer prepared materials to production area
- 3.1. Prepared materials are correctly stored/transferred/located
- 3.2. Documentation is accurately completed 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.
Application may include:
selection/assembly of materials is typically performed by operators, weighers, mixers or stores personnel working under supervision to ensure production requirements are met.
Documentation may include:
range of records including:
formulae
job dockets
work sheets
job cards
manufacturing orders
specifications
labels
material safety data sheets.
Enterprise procedures may include:
range of enterprise procedures within defined work area as documented in enterprise procedures (SOPs).
Materials may include:
range of raw materials, packaging materials and consumables.
Weighing/measuring devices may include:
measuring equipment including:
scales
flow meters
graduated vessels.
Containers may include:
vessels that include:
pans
vats
bowls
tanks
drums
tins
hoppers
bins
pails
pots.
Machines/equipment may include:
pallet mover
drum lifter
wheelbarrow.
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.
Application may include:
selection/assembly of materials is typically performed by operators, weighers, mixers or stores personnel working under supervision to ensure production requirements are met.
Documentation may include:
range of records including:
formulae
job dockets
work sheets
job cards
manufacturing orders
specifications
labels
material safety data sheets.
Enterprise procedures may include:
range of enterprise procedures within defined work area as documented in enterprise procedures (SOPs).
Materials may include:
range of raw materials, packaging materials and consumables.
Weighing/measuring devices may include:
measuring equipment including:
scales
flow meters
graduated vessels.
Containers may include:
vessels that include:
pans
vats
bowls
tanks
drums
tins
hoppers
bins
pails
pots.
Machines/equipment may include:
pallet mover
drum lifter
wheelbarrow.
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:
correctly prepare materials for ink and varnish manufacture according to job specifications
demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
select, measure and prepare TWO batches of materials for use in the production of ink or chemicals, 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:
correctly prepare materials for ink and varnish manufacture according to job specifications
demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
select, measure and prepare TWO batches of materials for use in the production of ink or chemicals, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0344 | ICPIM211B | Select and prepare materials for production | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUO37 | ICPINK211 | Select and prepare materials for production | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J190 | ICP31112 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Ink Manufacture) | Qualification |
| W771 | ICP21110 | Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (Ink Manufacture) | Qualification |