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Run and monitor sack and bag machines

Run and monitor sack and bag machines

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCBF2980
State Code
OBP45
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/05/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/08/2020
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
20/08/2020
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to run and monitor sack and bag machines with a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures, with some accountability for the quality of outcomes.It applies to individuals who perform a range of mainly routine tasks in various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry, using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge in a defined context. They generally work under direct supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Monitor production process
  • 1.1 Identify job specifications
  • 1.2 Maintain required supply of materials throughout production run
  • 1.3 Monitor and adjust paper tension
  • 1.4 Set machine speed according to job specifications and quality requirements
2. Maintain quality
  • 2.1 Identify location of all emergency shutdown buttons and triggers
  • 2.2 Select sample from the machine and check it against the required standards
  • 2.3 Make adjustments as required to maintain standards
  • 2.4 Monitor and make minor adjustments to in-line processes during production as required
  • 2.5 Check samples for defects and remove as required
  • 2.6 Monitor quality and output rate of the production run, resolve concerns within scope of own role and escalate as required
  • 2.7 Monitor wastage and dispose of according to enterprise quality standards
3. Identify problems
  • 3.1 Identify and rectify faults according to quality requirements of finished product and manufacturer specifications
  • 3.2 Identify and resolve problems that reduce output rates
  • 3.3 Identify and resolve faults that affect efficient operation of equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUO52 ICPCBF298 Run and monitor sack and bag machines Unit of competency