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Lay out and cut materials

Lay out and cut materials

Unit of competency
National Code
MSMOPS244
State Code
AXO31
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to cut materials to shape. It applies to materials used in plastics fabrication, rubber and other manufacturing industries.This unit of competency applies to an operator who is involved in the fabrication of materials which first need to be cut into specified shapes. The operator will be required to lay out and cut materials to meet quality standards and workplace requirements and resolve routine problems according to procedures.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Check work requirements
  • 1.1 Identify work requirements
  • 1.2 Check product, materials and equipment meet requirements for job
  • 1.3 Interpret plans, patterns, designs or specifications
  • 1.4 Recognise requirements which may not be in accordance with usual practice
  • 1.5 Ask questions of appropriate person to confirm unusual practice
  • 1.6 Ensure housekeeping is to requirements
  • 1.7 Identify and control hazards
  • 1.8 Complete logs and records in accordance with procedures
2 Conduct pre-start checks as required
  • 2.1 Set up tools, jigs, fixtures and equipment ready for production
  • 2.2 Collect materials, patterns and consumables required
  • 2.3 Identify non-conformances and report as required
3 Lay out and cut materials to shape in accordance with procedures
  • 3.1 Develop 3-D or complex shapes into 2-D patterns
  • 3.2 Place material ready to be cut and apply pattern
  • 3.3 Allow for grain or other directionality in material to suit product
  • 3.4 Cut material to pattern, marking points for further processes
  • 3.5 Collect material which is able to be recycled or reused, separate and dispose of waste and scrap
4 Resolve routine problems
  • 4.1 Recognise problems that occur
  • 4.2 Resolve routine problems
  • 4.3 Take appropriate action on other problems
  • 4.4 Complete required records in accordance with procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8267 MSAPMOPS244A Layout and cut materials Unit of competency