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Splice fabric ply conveyor belts

Splice fabric ply conveyor belts

Unit of competency
National Code
PMBPROD377
State Code
BAI25
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to splice multiple ply textile reinforced conveyor belts (fabric ply belts) which may be new or existing belts. The repairs may be done on-site or in a workshop or off-site repair facility. This unit of competency applies to experienced operators who are required to plan and sequence the splicing job, prepare the belt, make, cure and inspect the splice, remedy faults and nonconformity and solve problems within area of responsibility. This unit of competency applies to an experienced operator demonstrating theoretical and technical knowledge and well developed skills in situations that require some discretion and judgement. The operator may work alone or as a member of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan fabric ply belt splice
  • 1.1 Review belt specifications and work order documentation
  • 1.2 Identify hazards and risk controls
  • 1.3 Plan work, including sequences, times and process stages
  • 1.4 Plan to minimise downtime, economically use materials and meet splice quality specifications
  • 1.5 Assemble equipment, tools and materials required, checking them for condition, quality and compliance tags
2 Prepare fabric ply splice according to procedures
  • 2.1 Isolate equipment and conveyor systems as required
  • 2.2 Restrain belt or belt ends to ensure movement does not occur during splice
  • 2.3 Strip or remove belt cover as required
  • 2.4 Cut belt ends to appropriate steps or patterns
  • 2.5 Prepare belt surfaces for bonding
  • 2.6 Lay up splice using appropriate materials
3 Cure fabric ply splice
  • 3.1 Check that splice meets quality requirements prior to curing
  • 3.2 Vulcanise or otherwise cure the splice according to procedures, as applicable
4 Check fabric ply splice
  • 4.1 Conduct post-cure quality checks on the finished splice
  • 4.2 Carry out subsequent repair in event of splice failure or notify relevant personnel
  • 4.3 Inform customer when belt is ready for use, or prepare belt for storage or delivery
5 Clean work area
  • 5.1 Clean, inspect and store tools and equipment used
  • 5.2 Tag unserviceable tools and equipment, identify faults and inform relevant personnel
  • 5.3 Clean work area and return to approved condition
  • 5.4 Dispose of waste or recycle according to procedures
  • 5.5 Complete appropriate workplace documentation
6 Anticipate and solve problems
  • 6.1 Recognise a problem or a potential problem
  • 6.2 Determine problems needing priority action
  • 6.3 Refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person, with possible causes
  • 6.4 Seek information and assistance as required to solve problems
  • 6.5 Solve problems within area of responsibility
  • 6.6 Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7669 PMBPROD377A Splice fabric ply conveyor belts Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODB06 PMBPROD377E Splice fabric ply conveyor belts Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BCT3 PMB30116 Certificate III in Polymer Processing Qualification
BCU0 PMB40116 Certificate IV in Polymer Technology Qualification