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Apply visual factory principles and practices to an automotive manufacturing environment
Apply visual factory principles and practices to an automotive manufacturing environment
Unit of competency
National Code
AUM3025A
AUM3025A
State Code
W9144
W9144
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/03/2011
Field of Education
120599 - Employment Skills Programmes, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
03/03/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the application of the skills and knowledge required to employ visual factory principles and practices to an automotive manufacturing environment.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan application of visual factory principles and practices
- 1.1. Applicable legislative, OHS, and organisational requirements relevant to the use of applying visual factory principles and practices are verified and complied with throughout the work activity
- 1.2. Instructions, plans and/or workplace check sheets are read and interpreted to identify processes and materials to complete work tasks
- 1.3. Principal safety concerns in the work area are identified
- 1.4. Principal business processes in the work area, including Kaizen, KanBan and Lean Manufacturing systems are identified
2. Apply Five S principles in identifying opportunities for labelling and signage
- 2.1. Five S activities in the work place are identified
- 2.2. Understandings and responsibilities associated with Five S in the work group are confirmed
- 2.3. Five S audits in the work place are applied
3. Monitor labelling and signage associated with Visual Factory
- 3.1. Existing labelling and signage methods are monitored and inadequacies reported
- 3.2. New labelling and signage proposed as required
- 3.3. Suitability of labelling and signage confirmed
applicable legislation from all levels of government that affect organisational operations. Requirements may include award and enterprise agreements, industrial relations, employee relations, Australian Standards, confidentiality and privacy, the environment, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, relevant industry codes of practice and duty of care.
Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organization and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling including lifting and carrying.
legal
organisational and site guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility
quality assurance
procedural manuals
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
OHS
emergency and evacuation
ethical standards
recording and reporting
access and equity principles and practices
equipment use
maintenance and storage
environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines).
improving productivity, safety, quality, on-time delivery, profits and employee moral by implementing "visual controls".
making working areas more user friendly by answering questions, identifying equipment, materials and locations, describing actions and procedures, and providing safety warnings and precaution information.
helping employees avoid wasting time by giving them the information they need, where and when they need it
posting information about the job to be done, the work area (environment), the equipment and materials to be used, safety and job performance
safety signs, signage on electrical equipment, on valves and equipment, piping, process control, tank and vessels, and comprehensive sign systems listing/simplifying more complex processes.
workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
production planning figures
workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, specifications, drawings and designs
workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications
manufacturers' instructions for the use of equipment and materials.
a system of continuous improvement, usually incrementally and it assumes that every system/procedure/tool can be improved upon.
a signalling inventory management system involving 'pull' demand for stock with the supply system responding to a demand for stores., also known as a Just-In-Time (JIT) system.
a management philosophy focusing on the reduction of the seven wastes of:
over-production
waiting time
transportation
processing inventory
motion
scrap in manufactured products.
a program focussing on having visual order, organisation, cleanliness and standardisation. The results that are expected are improved profitability, efficiency, service and safety. The factors of the Five S are:
sort: is the sorting or 'clean up' of the work area, keeping only what is necessary in terms of materials, tools, equipment and supplies and those that are not frequently used being moved to a separate, common storage area and items not used being discarded. Sorting is the first step in keeping the work area tidy
systematise: is to 'organize'. Arrange and identify everything in a work area for the most efficient and effective retrieval and return to its proper place. Commonly used tools should be readily available. Storage areas, cabinets and shelves should be properly labelled. Clean and paint floors to make it easier to spot dirt, waste materials and dropped parts and tools. Outlined areas on the floor to identify work areas, movement lanes, storage areas, finished product areas, etc. Shadows of tool boards, making it easier to quickly see where each tool belongs.
sweep: is regular cleaning and is associated with inspecting while cleaning the machines, tools, equipment and supplies you work with.
standardisation: is the 'simplification' of work practices. This involves the use of labels and signs, posters and banners to make people aware of, and remind them about the standards.
self-discipline: is to encourage and reinforce self discipline through having a formal system of monitoring the results of the Five S program.
Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures. Requirements may include the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organization and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling including lifting and carrying.
legal
organisational and site guidelines
policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility
quality assurance
procedural manuals
quality and continuous improvement processes and standards
OHS
emergency and evacuation
ethical standards
recording and reporting
access and equity principles and practices
equipment use
maintenance and storage
environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines).
improving productivity, safety, quality, on-time delivery, profits and employee moral by implementing "visual controls".
making working areas more user friendly by answering questions, identifying equipment, materials and locations, describing actions and procedures, and providing safety warnings and precaution information.
helping employees avoid wasting time by giving them the information they need, where and when they need it
posting information about the job to be done, the work area (environment), the equipment and materials to be used, safety and job performance
safety signs, signage on electrical equipment, on valves and equipment, piping, process control, tank and vessels, and comprehensive sign systems listing/simplifying more complex processes.
workplace procedures relating to the use and operation of tools and equipment
production planning figures
workplace instructions, including job sheets, plans, specifications, drawings and designs
workplace procedures relating to reporting and communications
manufacturers' instructions for the use of equipment and materials.
a system of continuous improvement, usually incrementally and it assumes that every system/procedure/tool can be improved upon.
a signalling inventory management system involving 'pull' demand for stock with the supply system responding to a demand for stores., also known as a Just-In-Time (JIT) system.
a management philosophy focusing on the reduction of the seven wastes of:
over-production
waiting time
transportation
processing inventory
motion
scrap in manufactured products.
a program focussing on having visual order, organisation, cleanliness and standardisation. The results that are expected are improved profitability, efficiency, service and safety. The factors of the Five S are:
sort: is the sorting or 'clean up' of the work area, keeping only what is necessary in terms of materials, tools, equipment and supplies and those that are not frequently used being moved to a separate, common storage area and items not used being discarded. Sorting is the first step in keeping the work area tidy
systematise: is to 'organize'. Arrange and identify everything in a work area for the most efficient and effective retrieval and return to its proper place. Commonly used tools should be readily available. Storage areas, cabinets and shelves should be properly labelled. Clean and paint floors to make it easier to spot dirt, waste materials and dropped parts and tools. Outlined areas on the floor to identify work areas, movement lanes, storage areas, finished product areas, etc. Shadows of tool boards, making it easier to quickly see where each tool belongs.
sweep: is regular cleaning and is associated with inspecting while cleaning the machines, tools, equipment and supplies you work with.
standardisation: is the 'simplification' of work practices. This involves the use of labels and signs, posters and banners to make people aware of, and remind them about the standards.
self-discipline: is to encourage and reinforce self discipline through having a formal system of monitoring the results of the Five S program.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and organisation policies and procedures for applying Visual Factory principles and practices
working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work
applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:
use of signage and labelling in the workplace
feedback is provided to the work group on the effectiveness of the activity
achieving work quality goals
completing work area housekeeping requirements
modify activities to cater for variations in organisation context and environment.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process
assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
assessment must take place in accordance with the endorsed
assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of organisation relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, organisation and job role is recommended, for example:
Evidence of the following is essential:
compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and organisation policies and procedures for applying Visual Factory principles and practices
working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work
applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:
use of signage and labelling in the workplace
feedback is provided to the work group on the effectiveness of the activity
achieving work quality goals
completing work area housekeeping requirements
modify activities to cater for variations in organisation context and environment.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process
assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
assessment must take place in accordance with the endorsed
assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of organisation relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge
assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application
assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process
assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, organisation and job role is recommended, for example:
No information
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W563 | AUM30108 | Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing - Manufacturing Specialist (Passenger Motor Vehicle) | Qualification |