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Set up and monitor in-line scoring, folding and gluing machine for sack or bag manufacture

Set up and monitor in-line scoring, folding and gluing machine for sack or bag manufacture

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCBF302
State Code
AUN15
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, monitor and adjust in-line scoring, folding and gluing machines and materials used in the manufacture of sacks or bags.It applies to individuals who work under direct supervision with limited responsibility for maintaining the production process and ensuring output is in accordance with quality standards.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Set up and adjust units
  • 1.1 All details required for the job are checked and confirmed against job specifications
  • 1.2 Correct materials and tools are checked and available for the job
  • 1.3 Adhesives are appropriate for the substrate, application process and machine
  • 1.4 Work area is safe and ready for production according to safety requirements
  • 1.5 Blades are sharp and fitted as necessary and units are calibrated according to job specifications
  • 1.6 Settings are checked against job specifications before production is commenced
  • 1.7 Machine is stepped to ensure scores and folds are in correct position and paper tension is corrected/adjusted
2. Monitor throughput
  • 2.1 Once settings are fixed, unit is run at speed required to produce a quality product
  • 2.2 Machine is monitored to ensure scores and folds are in correct position and paper tension is correct
  • 2.3 Guide positions are monitored to ensure adhesive is applied evenly and in correct position
  • 2.4 Paper moisture is monitored and correct moisture levels are maintained
  • 2.5 Folds and guillotine cuts are correctly placed
  • 2.6 Glues dry at correct rates for substrate and adequate fibre tears are visible
3. Confirm quality of output
  • 3.1 Sample from the machine is selected and checked to ensure it conforms to required quality standards
  • 3.2 Adjustments are made when standards are not met
  • 3.3 Each in-line process is monitored and minor adjustments are made during production, as necessary
  • 3.4 Samples are continuously monitored for defects, and defects are removed
  • 3.5 Efficiency, quality and output rate of production run are monitored for problems, and any deficiencies resolved
  • 3.6 Wastage is monitored, kept to a minimum and correctly disposed of according to enterprise quality standards
  • 3.7 Locations of all emergency shutdown buttons and triggers are known
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State Code National Code Title Type
BFB9 ICP31320 Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging Qualification