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Control batch washer operations

Control batch washer operations

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTLA3007
State Code
OBL59
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
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to use advanced technologies in laundry operations involving the preparation, control and monitoring of continuous batch or tunnel washer operations. It includes determining the order of washing, controlling and monitoring continual batch washers, processing of product to laundry specifications and identifying common operational faults.This unit does not cover skills required for entering and conducting checks or repairs inside continual batch washers. Work inside the machine requires a current permit for working in confined spaces. 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. Prepare for wash
  • 1.1 Determine job and safe work requirements from work information
  • 1.2 Identify type of continuous batch washer and operational requirements
  • 1.3 Identify production schedule and work load priorities
  • 1.4 Conduct equipment start-up checks and identify functions of associated equipment segments
2. Operate continuous batch washer
  • 2.1 Follow operator instructions and start up machine
  • 2.2 Load conveyor and correctly interpret weigh scale
  • 2.3 Achieve correct weight according to product classification and machine manufacturer specification and start washing operations
  • 2.4 Load, unload and transfer laundry in accordance with operational procedures using safe manual handling techniques where automatic systems are not in place
3. Monitor and finalise washing
  • 3.1 Monitor tunnel washer operation and all associated computerised equipment and systems to ensure all processes are functioning accurately
  • 3.2 Interpret operational faults identified by computer equipment and address, document and report in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Remove final load, confirm completion of work load and shut down washer
  • 3.4 Complete shutdown maintenance in accordance with operating procedures
  • 3.5 Meet all housekeeping requirements and complete accurate workplace records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV38 MSTLA3001 Perform advanced laundry operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIY8 MST30622 Certificate III in Laundry Operations Qualification
BEZ8 MST30619 Certificate III in Laundry Operations Qualification