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Operate slip casting equipment

Operate slip casting equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
PMC552020
State Code
BAH65
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
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
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate slip casting equipment as typically used for the production of clay and ceramic products. It applies to large production contexts and smaller craft contexts. This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to prepare moulds and equipment, operate the forming equipment, remove product from mould and rectify routine problems. This unit of competency does not apply to drying, firing or finishing operations and does not require the operation of a central control panel.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working 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 Prepare the forming equipment
  • 1.1 Determine the product formation requirements from the production program
  • 1.2 Ensure the required moulds are in place
  • 1.3 Ensure the equipment is set up and prepared as required
  • 1.4 Ensure the required raw materials are selected and poured or connected to the equipment
  • 1.5 Ensure the equipment is safe to use
2 Operate forming equipment
  • 2.1 Operate equipment to produce product to requirements
  • 2.2 Remove product from the mould
  • 2.3 Monitor and adjust slip properties as required
  • 2.4 Transfer product to drying racks/conveyor/trucks as required
  • 2.5 Record production data as required
3 Control hazards
  • 3.1 Identify hazards from the job to be done
  • 3.2 Identify other hazards in the work area
  • 3.3 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • 3.4 Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures
4 Rectify routine problems
  • 4.1 Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
  • 4.2 Determine and rectify fault causes by procedures
  • 4.3 Identify and rectify equipment failure causes to procedures
  • 4.4 Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures
  • 4.5 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA918 PMC552020C Operate slip casting equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAF01 MSMPMC308 Operate slip casting equipment Unit of competency