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Use RFID technology to track laundry items

Use RFID technology to track laundry items

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTGN2015
State Code
OBL84
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/05/2020
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
06/05/2020
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to track items for washing, drying and pressing, usually uniforms and linen. This unit applies to operational staff who work in commercial laundries.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.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. Identify purpose and components of RFID system
  • 1.1 Identify RFID system in use at enterprise
  • 1.2 Identify the components of the RFID system and their functions
  • 1.3 Identify customers that use RFID tags for items to be laundered
  • 1.4 Identify types of tags used on items to be laundered
2. Use RFID scanning system
  • 2.1 Prepare to use RFID equipment safely
  • 2.2 Count bundled items for cleaning using scanner correctly
  • 2.3 Identify problems with tags and scanner and report in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Take reading from RFID gateway or reading station for cleaning and laundered items
  • 2.4 Accurately enter data from RFID system in inventory tracking system, using either wireless or manual techniques
  • 2.5 Contribute to report for customer detailing items received and items dispatched based on information from RFID system
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