Unit of competency Outline
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Set up for basic relief printing
Set up for basic relief printing
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPR393A
ICPPR393A
State Code
D3291
D3291
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to set up for basic relief printing.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm job specifications
- 1.1. Job requirements are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system
- 1.2. Set-up is carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage and availability of all job related components is checked
2. Set up reel system
- 2.1. Unwind and rewind reels are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
- 2.2. Webbing procedures are carried out and web-control system is set up and adjusted according to job specifications
- 2.3. Reels are spliced/joined according to job specifications
- 2.4. Printed web viewing devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
- 2.5. Folder and sheets are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
- 2.6. Set off/marking prevention devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
3. Set up sheet transportation system on sheet-fed machine
- 3.1. Feeder and delivery sections are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
- 3.2. Sheet pick-up and transportation systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
- 3.3. Transfer and control systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
- 3.4. Set-off/marking prevention devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
- 3.5. Substrate is added to and removed from process according to job instructions
4. Select and prepare inks and additives
- 4.1. Quality and suitability of inks, dyes or additives are selected according to job specifications and end-user requirements
- 4.2. Quality and suitability of inks, dyes or additives are checked and appropriate action is taken
- 4.3. Inks, dyes and additives are prepared according to occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, and manufacturer's/supplier's instructions with suitable precautions to minimise waste
- 4.4. Correct colour and weight/volume of ink are mixed and prepared to match the requirements of the printing process and job specifications
- 4.5. Formulation of the ink, colour match and the approved colour are appropriately recorded
- 4.6. Inks, dyes and additives are appropriately labelled, handled and stored according to manufacturer's/supplier's instructions to prevent damage and hazards to personnel and to prolong shelf life
5. Select and prepare embellishment dyes
- 5.1. Quality and suitability of dies are selected according to job specifications and end user requirements
- 5.2. Dyes are prepared according to OHS requirements, manufacturer's/supplier's instructions with suitable precautions to minimise waste
- 5.3. Dyes are appropriately labelled, handled and stored according to manufacturer's/suppliers instructions to prevent damage and hazards to personnel and to prolong shelf life
- 5.4. Impression is set up and adjusted according to job specifications (platen and rotary)
- 5.5. Inking system is set up and adjusted according to the relief process and job specifications (platen and rotary)
- 5.6. Drying system is set up and adjusted according to job specifications
6. Set up machine for basic relief printing
- 6.1. Appropriate relief plates are selected and secured to the machine
- 6.2. Relief plates or formes or cylinders are positioned and set up and adjusted according to job specifications (platen and rotary)
- 6.3. Impression is set up and adjusted according to job specifications (platen and rotary)
- 6.4. Inking system is set up and adjusted according to relief process and job specifications (platen and rotary)
- 6.5. Drying system is set up and adjusted according to job specifications
7. Set up machine for basic embellishment
- 7.1. Appropriate dyes are selected and secured to the machine
- 7.2. Dyes are positioned and set up and adjusted according to job specifications (platen and rotary)
- 7.3. Impression is set up and adjusted according to job specifications (platen and rotary)
8. Conduct proof run
- 8.1. Material to be used for proof is organised correctly
- 8.2. Machine is operated according to manufacturer's and enterprise producers to produce specified proof
- 8.3. Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing organised according to enterprise procedures
- 8.4. Client approval or authority is sought prior to production run where appropriate.
- 8.5. Results are interpreted and adjustment changes are carried out according to product and machine specifications to determine adjustment requirements
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Substrates may include:
range of substrates within the major categories of:
paper
pressure sensitive material
board
plastics
related films or metal.
Inks may include:
range of standard inks commonly used in 1-2 colour printing.
Colour may include:
use of visual colour assessment and densitometry to match basic standard colours under controlled lighting conditions.
Machines may include:
a range of platen, cylinder and rotary printing machines with manual, semi-automated, fully automated or computerised process control.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Substrates may include:
range of substrates within the major categories of:
paper
pressure sensitive material
board
plastics
related films or metal.
Inks may include:
range of standard inks commonly used in 1-2 colour printing.
Colour may include:
use of visual colour assessment and densitometry to match basic standard colours under controlled lighting conditions.
Machines may include:
a range of platen, cylinder and rotary printing machines with manual, semi-automated, fully automated or computerised process control.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
set up reel- or sheet-fed platen, cylinder or rotary printing machines for routine print jobs
conduct a proof run and adjust settings to ensure production speeds are attained
use computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate
find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
demonstrate all safety devices on the machine
manipulate embellishment tools and operations
set up for two basic relief printing jobs (if possible including at least one in-line process) according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
that conditions are typical ambient conditions found in the workplace
access to relevant facilities and equipment, including reelor sheet-fed platen, cylinder or rotary printing machine
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence
third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
practical demonstration by the candidate in setting up machinery for routine print jobs.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICPSU201C Prepare, load and unload reels and cores on and off machine
ICPSU202C Prepare, load and unload product on and off machine
ICPSU207C Prepare machine for operation (basic)
ICPSU211C Prepare ink and additives
ICPPR288A Produce basic relief printed product.
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered over a period of time through a range of methods for assessment to indicate consistent performance.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
set up reel- or sheet-fed platen, cylinder or rotary printing machines for routine print jobs
conduct a proof run and adjust settings to ensure production speeds are attained
use computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate
find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
demonstrate all safety devices on the machine
manipulate embellishment tools and operations
set up for two basic relief printing jobs (if possible including at least one in-line process) according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
that conditions are typical ambient conditions found in the workplace
access to relevant facilities and equipment, including reelor sheet-fed platen, cylinder or rotary printing machine
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence
third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
practical demonstration by the candidate in setting up machinery for routine print jobs.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICPSU201C Prepare, load and unload reels and cores on and off machine
ICPSU202C Prepare, load and unload product on and off machine
ICPSU207C Prepare machine for operation (basic)
ICPSU211C Prepare ink and additives
ICPPR288A Produce basic relief printed product.
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered over a period of time through a range of methods for assessment to indicate consistent performance.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0437 | ICPPR351B | Set up for basic relief printing | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUO08 | ICPPRN393 | Set up for basic relief printing | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J189 | ICP31012 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Mail House) | Qualification |
| J184 | ICP30512 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Printing) | Qualification |