Unit of competency Outline

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Prepare and maintain the work area

Prepare and maintain the work area

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSUP203
State Code
AUP36
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (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
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake basic housekeeping functions, handle chemicals and liquid waste in the workplace, and prepare and maintain the work area according to work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise procedures. It applies to individuals who perform a range of mainly routine tasks in various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry, using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge in a defined context. They generally work under direct supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Perform general cleaning duties
  • 1.1 Requirements for cleaning duties are identified
  • 1.2 Personal safety equipment, where needed, is selected and used according to WHS and enterprise procedures
  • 1.3 Appropriate cleaning equipment and chemicals/detergents for specific tasks are determined, prepared and mixed to manufacturer’s specifications and WHS procedures
  • 1.4 Procedures for handling, storage and correct disposal of cleaning liquids are carried out according to enterprise, WHS and EPA specifications
  • 1.5 Cleaning is carried out to WHS and enterprise requirements
2. Maintain supplies of materials
  • 2.1 Requests are received, where relevant, and tasks are confirmed and organised according to specific procedures
  • 2.2 Tools and equipment are identified, stored and maintained according to manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure ease of access and operator safety
  • 2.3 Appropriate equipment for transferring material or equipment is identified and organised, where relevant
  • 2.4 Material or equipment is loaded and unloaded using suitable equipment (other than forklift) according to materials handling requirements, safe work practices and correct manual handling techniques
  • 2.5 Material is transferred to correct destination in a safe manner
3. Store and retrieve artwork, information, used plates and film
  • 3.1 Inventory control procedures are followed to ensure correct filing and retrieval of artwork, information, used plates and film
  • 3.2 Artwork and other materials are stored and retrieved according to enterprise procedures to ensure preservation
4. Handle chemicals and liquid waste
  • 4.1 Material safety data sheets are used to identify safe chemical handling procedures
  • 4.2 Chemicals and liquid waste are handled according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise WHS requirements
  • 4.3 Correct procedure for dealing with spilt chemicals is demonstrated according to WHS requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3242 ICPSU203C Prepare and maintain the work area Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBQ65 ICPSUP2030 Prepare and maintain the work area Unit of competency