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Operate polymer extruders

Operate polymer extruders

Unit of competency
National Code
PMBPROD213E
State Code
ODA83
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/02/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/05/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/05/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform routine operations relating to the extrusion process, typically for pipe, sheet, profile, film or cable production.This unit applies to an experienced technician working alone or as part of a team.This unit principally refers to the application of introductory-level machine knowledge and consistently performing routine operations for continuous operation of extrusion technology.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Check work requirements
  • 1.1 Identify requirements from production plan or job specifications
  • 1.2 Check polymer materials meet requirements for job
  • 1.3 Identify and perform housekeeping tasks in preparation for work to be undertaken
  • 1.4 Perform pre-operational checks including checking for and acting on hazards
2. Operate extruder
  • 2.1 Check process is operating according to equipment specifications and job requirements
  • 2.2 Ensure extruder is ready for continuous production according to job requirements
  • 2.3 Monitor and maintain supply of polymer materials to support operation of equipment
  • 2.4 Accurately complete logs and quality-assurance records for production output and polymer usage
  • 2.5 Apply waste management strategies to collect and segregate scrap, trim and other materials according to workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Clean equipment and work area according to operational and workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Pause and stop machine cycle in normal and abnormal circumstances according to workplace procedures
3. Change product or grade while operating
  • 3.1 Run down or purge outgoing grade or product according to equipment instructions
  • 3.2 Make required changes for incoming product or grade according to equipment instructions
  • 3.3 Introduce incoming materials or grade according to equipment instructions and check incoming product meets production requirements
4. Respond to process control variances
  • 4.1 Recognise and log process control variances and their issues
  • 4.2 Accurately maintain records and logbooks
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAJ32 PMBPROD213 Operate extruders Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGP1 PMB30121 Certificate III in Polymer Processing Qualification
BGP0 PMB20121 Certificate II in Polymer Processing Qualification