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Set up and operate weaving looms for production

Set up and operate weaving looms for production

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTTX3022A
State Code
W7535
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to set up and operate weaving looms in a textile enterprise including set up for production changes and the conduct of sample runs.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Conduct sample run on new product and organise sample quality testing
  • 1.1 Loom is set up and operated in accordance with manufacturer and workplace instructions to produce a specified sample of a new design or product
  • 1.2 Sample is produced and tested, or the test is organised, in accordance with workplace procedures to ensure required standards of quality are met
  • 1.3 Test results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements
2 Set up weaving loom
  • 2.1 Product specifications are interpreted correctly in relation to loom setting requirements
  • 2.2 Loom is set in accordance with product specifications, loom manufacturer instructions and workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Loom is operated in accordance with manufacturer and workplace instructions to produce a specified sample
  • 2.4 Loom is set to run at optimum quality and efficiency levels
  • 2.5 Electronic process monitoring is set safely and to the correct functions if applicable
3 Supervise loom operation
  • 3.1 Loom started and stopped safely without creating faults
  • 3.2 Loom is set to produce required quantity and quality of product
  • 3.3 Weaving operators are instructed of any special operating requirements
  • 3.4 Assistance is provided to loom operators as required
4 Readjust machine settings to meet requirements
  • 4.1 Adjustment changes are assessed in accordance with product and loom specifications
  • 4.2 Loom specifications are changed and recorded to meet product requirements
  • 4.3 Appropriate production personnel are informed of the availability of the new loom set-up
  • 4.4 Loom is monitored during production process
5 Maintain records
  • 5.1 Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Looms may include
weaving looms
any ancillary machine typically used in the weaving sector concerned for example loading and unloading equipment
microprocessor or computer controlled looms
both production and service equipment used in the enterprise
broadloom
narrowloom
all shuttle types
Jacquard looms
Product specifications may include may include
quality name
pile height
beat-up
width
weaving construction (pattern)
Electronic process may include
horseshoe wire
knock offs
photo cells
micro switches
fibre optics
missing end detectors (med)
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
interpret production specifications accurately
set loom correctly
operate loom safely and correctly
perform sample runs
arrange or conduct testing of sample
make appropriate readjustments
apply workplace health and safety policies in production operations
maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent Assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
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