Unit of competency Outline
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Operate blown insulation equipment
Operate blown insulation equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
PMC552042
PMC552042
State Code
BAH56
BAH56
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
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
50
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate blowing equipment, as used for manufacturing of glass insulation, and ancillary equipment that is integral to the process. This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to prepare, operate and monitor the equipment, check supply and quality of materials stocks, undertake sampling and quality checks and identify and rectify routine problems.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 formation equipment
- 1.1 Interpret job specifications and set up the appropriate line/equipment
- 1.2 Check materials stocks for quality and quantity suitable for production run
- 1.3 Undertake equipment preparation and checks according to established procedures
- 1.4 Conduct initial product run/procedure to produce samples to confirm that quality meets specifications
- 1.5 Make machinery/equipment adjustments and final preparations to ensure that job specifications are met
2 Form the products
- 2.1 Start forming process line and monitor equipment to ensure that quality specifications are met
- 2.2 Monitor operating parameters according to procedures
- 2.3 Make operation adjustments according to established procedures to maintain product quality
- 2.4 Conduct product sampling and quality control checks according to standard procedures to ensure and maintain the forming specifications
- 2.5 Use and observe ancillary equipment and safety procedures in accordance with enterprise requirements
- 2.6 Document and maintain records and production results according to enterprise requirements
- 2.7 Identify processing problems and report to a designated person for rectification
3 Rectify routine problems
- 3.1 Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
- 3.2 Determine and rectify fault causes by procedures
- 3.3 Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures
- 3.4 Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures
- 3.5 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
4 Control hazards
- 4.1 Identify hazards from the job to be done
- 4.2 Identify other hazards in the work area
- 4.3 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
- 4.4 Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WA928 | PMC552042C | Operate blown insulation equipment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCV5 | PMC40116 | Certificate IV in Manufactured Mineral Products | Qualification |
| BCU3 | PMC30116 | Certificate III in Manufactured Mineral Products | Qualification |
| BCT4 | PMC20116 | Certificate II in Manufactured Mineral Products | Qualification |