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Set up for basic relief printing

Set up for basic relief printing

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPRN393
State Code
AUO08
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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 safely set up reel-fed or sheet-fed platen, cylinder or rotary printing machines, and conduct a proof run for basic relief printing.It applies to individuals who prepare material, monitor and run equipment and machinery, and apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems. They may also provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.No licensing, legislative 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 work health and safety (WHS) 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 requirements of the printing process and job specifications
  • 4.5 Formulation of ink, colour match and 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 dyes are selected according to job specifications and end-user requirements
  • 5.2 Dyes are prepared according to WHS requirements and 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, formes or cylinders are positioned, 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 procedures 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 the production run where appropriate
  • 8.5 Results are interpreted and adjustments are carried out according to product and machine specifications to determine adjustment requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3291 ICPPR393A Set up for basic relief printing Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBQ05 ICPPRN3930 Set up for basic relief printing Unit of competency