Unit of competency Outline
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Set up equipment for continuous operation
Set up equipment for continuous operation
Unit of competency
National Code
PMBPREP303C
PMBPREP303C
State Code
W7554
W7554
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/08/2014
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
19/08/2014
Nominal Hours
26
Description
This competency covers setting up equipment for a continuous production run. It applies to processes which are essentially continuous in nature, and standard production processes.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify production requirements.
- 1.1 Read specifications and standard operating procedures for production run and equipment.
- 1.2 Identify materials required.
- 1.3 Note production control requirements for production and warm up time, pressure(s), speed(s), temperature(s) and product specifications.
- 1.4 Note key stages in the process for quality checks.
- 1.5 Identify equipment and components required.
- 1.6 Check assembly requirements for items of production and downstream equipment or specialised componentry to ensure efficient work flow will occur.
2. Set up equipment
- 2.1 Check work area to ensure adequate space for the process.
- 2.2 Place equipment and components in required configuration.
- 2.3 Install guards, warning devices and cut-offs as required.
- 2.4 Check all connecting components and services for integrity and effectiveness.
- 2.5 Check dies/ moulds/jigs as required for suitability for production requirements.
- 2.6 Place standard operating procedures and quality procedures in appropriate work stations.
- 2.7 Check work area for operator ergonomic efficiency, access and egress requirements.
3. Explain process to operators when required
- 3.1 Explain particular requirements for machine adjustments, materials characteristics, quality specifications and key production stages to the operator.
- 3.2 Explain standard operating procedures and any particular OHS issues are identified.
- 3.3 Identify and explain appropriate contingency strategies for process faults, quality, OHS issues, materials supply or quality machine malfunctions.
- 3.4 Encourage operators to ask questions and clarify procedures.
4. Produce first-off production sample(s).
- 4.1 Start process following standard operating procedures.
- 4.2 Observe product quality through process and compare to standards.
- 4.3 Compare machine setting ranges to documented requirements.
- 4.4 Use observations of the process outcomes to fine tune the settings and other production variables.
- 4.5 Check final product for the required standards.
- 4.6 Compare standard operating procedures with actual production run and note variances.
5. Fine tune the process.
- 5.1 Use information collected during trial to modify workplace documentation, including standard operating procedures, machine settings and process instructions.
- 5.2 Obtain appropriate advice and permission where variations are outside of quality or specification range.
- 5.3 Advise operators of variations to process and document as required.
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. Add any 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.
Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used.
Context
This competency applies to experienced operators working either independently or as part of a work team.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures means all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards.
Tools and equipment
This competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:
hand carts and trolleys
hoists/lifting equipment not requiring any special permits or licences
basic hand tools required for opening of material packaging
material loading equipment used for loading of raw materials
relevant personal protective equipment.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
inadequate use of guards and warning signs
manual handling hazards
hazardous materials
equipment operations.
Problems
'Anticipate and solve problems' means resolve a wide range of routine and non-routine problems, using product and process knowledge to develop solutions to problems which do not have a known solution/a solution recorded in the procedures.
Typical process and product problems may include:
variations in materials
faulty components
machine malfunction
variation in product
contamination of materials
processing problems.
Variables
Key variables to be monitored include:
variations in the timing of machine cycles
variations in the sequence of product availability
variations in the quality of the raw materials
product integrity and general conformance to specification/sample.
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any 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.
Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used.
Context
This competency applies to experienced operators working either independently or as part of a work team.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures means all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards.
Tools and equipment
This competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:
hand carts and trolleys
hoists/lifting equipment not requiring any special permits or licences
basic hand tools required for opening of material packaging
material loading equipment used for loading of raw materials
relevant personal protective equipment.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
inadequate use of guards and warning signs
manual handling hazards
hazardous materials
equipment operations.
Problems
'Anticipate and solve problems' means resolve a wide range of routine and non-routine problems, using product and process knowledge to develop solutions to problems which do not have a known solution/a solution recorded in the procedures.
Typical process and product problems may include:
variations in materials
faulty components
machine malfunction
variation in product
contamination of materials
processing problems.
Variables
Key variables to be monitored include:
variations in the timing of machine cycles
variations in the sequence of product availability
variations in the quality of the raw materials
product integrity and general conformance to specification/sample.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, required skills and knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A holistic approach should be taken to the assessment.
Assessors must be satisfied that the person can consistently perform the unit as a whole, as defined by the Elements, Performance Criteria and skills and knowledge.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential that competence is demonstrated in the knowledge and skills defined in this unit. These may include the ability to:
identify equipment and components by name and operating principles and function, and to locate, interpret and apply relevant information
maintain workplace records, identify and safely handle products and materials applying safety precautions appropriate to the task
identify critical materials properties and process characteristics in relation to the process requirements and the end product
plan own work process within workplace procedures and explain the reasons for the steps in the process
take appropriate action to observe equipment, materials and products for out of specification results, make adjustments and identify problems to be reported.
Consistent performance should be demonstrated. For example, look to see that:
production quality and output standards are met consistently
problems are anticipated from process observations
problems are efficiently resolved
the process runs consistently and smoothly.
Assessment method and context
Assessment will occur using industrial equipment and will be undertaken in a work-like environment.
Competence in this unit may be assessed:
on a processing plant, allowing for operation under all normal and a range of abnormal conditions
in a situation allowing for the generation of evidence of the ability to respond to problems
by using a suitable simulation and/or a range of case studies/scenarios
through a combination of these techniques.
In all cases it is expected that practical assessment will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge and theoretical assessment will be combined with appropriate practical/simulation or similar assessment. Assessors need to be aware of any cultural issues that may affect responses to questions.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oracy, language and literacy capacity of the assessee and the work being performed.
Specific resources for assessment
This section should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement for this unit of competency. Resources required include suitable access to an operating plant or equipment that allows for appropriate and realistic simulation. A bank of case studies/scenarios and questions will also be required to the extent that they form part of the assessment method. Questioning may take place either in the workplace, or in an adjacent, quiet facility such as an office or lunchroom. No other special resources are required.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Overview of assessment
A holistic approach should be taken to the assessment.
Assessors must be satisfied that the person can consistently perform the unit as a whole, as defined by the Elements, Performance Criteria and skills and knowledge.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential that competence is demonstrated in the knowledge and skills defined in this unit. These may include the ability to:
identify equipment and components by name and operating principles and function, and to locate, interpret and apply relevant information
maintain workplace records, identify and safely handle products and materials applying safety precautions appropriate to the task
identify critical materials properties and process characteristics in relation to the process requirements and the end product
plan own work process within workplace procedures and explain the reasons for the steps in the process
take appropriate action to observe equipment, materials and products for out of specification results, make adjustments and identify problems to be reported.
Consistent performance should be demonstrated. For example, look to see that:
production quality and output standards are met consistently
problems are anticipated from process observations
problems are efficiently resolved
the process runs consistently and smoothly.
Assessment method and context
Assessment will occur using industrial equipment and will be undertaken in a work-like environment.
Competence in this unit may be assessed:
on a processing plant, allowing for operation under all normal and a range of abnormal conditions
in a situation allowing for the generation of evidence of the ability to respond to problems
by using a suitable simulation and/or a range of case studies/scenarios
through a combination of these techniques.
In all cases it is expected that practical assessment will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge and theoretical assessment will be combined with appropriate practical/simulation or similar assessment. Assessors need to be aware of any cultural issues that may affect responses to questions.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oracy, language and literacy capacity of the assessee and the work being performed.
Specific resources for assessment
This section should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement for this unit of competency. Resources required include suitable access to an operating plant or equipment that allows for appropriate and realistic simulation. A bank of case studies/scenarios and questions will also be required to the extent that they form part of the assessment method. Questioning may take place either in the workplace, or in an adjacent, quiet facility such as an office or lunchroom. No other special resources are required.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C5592 | PMBPREP303B | Set up equipment for continuous operation | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAJ42 | PMBPREP303 | Set up equipment for continuous operation | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W522 | MSA30208 | Certificate III in Manufacturing Technology EDIT | Qualification |
| W400 | PMB30107 | Certificate III in Polymer Processing | Qualification |
| W401 | PMB40107 | Certificate IV in Polymer Technology | Qualification |