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Operate a smart card machine and pack product

Operate a smart card machine and pack product

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCBF407
State Code
AUO13
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a smart card machine, monitor production for problems, correctly pack product and clear the machine of materials and wastage.It applies to individuals who have some responsibility for preparation, monitoring and operation of machinery and equipment, maintaining production and quality of output.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 All details required for the job are checked and confirmed against job specifications
  • 1.2 Supply of materials throughout run is maintained
  • 1.3 Machine is run at optimum speed for maintaining quality outputs
  • 1.4 Samples from the machine are selected and checked to ensure they conform to job specifications
  • 1.5 Machines are adjusted to maintain quality of outputs
2. Maintain quality
  • 2.1 Correct procedures for removal of waste are followed according to enterprise procedures
  • 2.2 Samples are continuously monitored for defects, and defects are removed
  • 2.3 Efficiency, quality and output rate of production run are monitored for problems and any deficiencies resolved
  • 2.4 Milled cavities are checked to ensure right cavity depth for the chips
  • 2.5 Die cuts are correct and meet quality standards
  • 2.6 Correct amount of glue is applied by the dispensing station
  • 2.7 Chips are correctly inserted into the cavity by the implanting module
  • 2.8 Print quality meets standards in the job specifications or sample
3. Code and check chips
  • 3.1 Encoder settings are correct and conform to job specifications
  • 3.2 Tester settings are correct and conform to job specifications
  • 3.3 Details of any cards needing to be remade are entered into computer console
4. Monitor printer unit
  • 4.1 Ink and solvent levels are monitored and filled when required and stock levels are recorded according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.2 Quality of inkjet is monitored to ensure it conforms to job specifications
  • 4.3 Chemicals are handled according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • 4.4 Drying is checked as sufficient to key ink to the substrate
5. Identify problems
  • 5.1 Faults that affect quality of the cards are identified and rectified
  • 5.2 Problems that reduce rate of output are identified and fixed
  • 5.3 Faults that affect efficient operation of equipment are identified and deleted
6. Unload and pack cards
  • 6.1 Cards are unloaded according to WHS requirements, manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 6.2 Reconciliation and final quality check are documented
  • 6.3 Cards are prepared (stacked, wrapped and labelled) for next process according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 6.4 Wastage is recorded and disposed of according to enterprise procedures
7. Shut down machine
  • 7.1 Dispensing needle is moved to the safety position and solvent is checked to ensure needle coverage
  • 7.2 Inkjet is cleaned and shutdown according to manufacturer’s specifications
  • 7.3 Encoding computer is shut down correctly to ensure no loss of data
  • 7.4 Milling vacuum is emptied and cleaned
  • 7.5 Machine and work area are cleaned according to enterprise procedures
  • 7.6 Air supply is turned off
  • 7.7 Waste chemicals are handled and disposed of according to WHS requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3075 ICPCF407C Operate a smart card machine and pack product Unit of competency