Unit of competency Outline
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Operate in-line mail machine
Operate in-line mail machine
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCF105C
ICPCF105C
State Code
D3006
D3006
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to safely operate an intelligent in-line cut sheet form feeder, folder and inserter mail machine.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Monitor operation
- 1.1. Job is signed off by printers and ready for mailing procedures
- 1.2. Machine is jogged to ensure correct positioning and hopper feed operation
- 1.3. All units are monitored to ensure optimum operation
- 1.4. Envelopes are manipulated and fanned to ensure they move efficiently through the machine
- 1.5. Folds, inserts and envelopes are continuously monitored for defects and defects are put aside for remake
- 1.6. Materials are checked and hoppers reloaded as required
2. Check quality
- 2.1. Mail is monitored to ensure quality standards are met
- 2.2. Supervisor is contacted when the quality standards are not met
- 2.3. Sequence is monitored according to job specifications
- 2.4. The number of spoils are documented according to enterprise procedures
3. Pack envelopes
- 3.1. Completed envelopes are unloaded and checked for quality
- 3.2. Completed packages are packed into labelled trays and Australia Post labels are affixed according to job specifications
- 3.3. Sequence numbers and postcodes are in correct pre-sort order ensuring job continuity
- 3.4. The job is reconciled and documented and the supervisor is notified if the job does not reconcile
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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.
Mailing procedures may include:
job could be mailed or returned to client.
Machine may include:
intelligent in-line cut sheet form feeder, folder and inserter.
Units may include:
hoppers, folders, inserters, folders, accumulator, sealers, exit conveyors.
Materials may include:
printed multiple or single inserts and envelopes, water for gluing, glue.
Mailtype may include:
full rate, National pre-sort, DPID.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.
Mailing procedures may include:
job could be mailed or returned to client.
Machine may include:
intelligent in-line cut sheet form feeder, folder and inserter.
Units may include:
hoppers, folders, inserters, folders, accumulator, sealers, exit conveyors.
Materials may include:
printed multiple or single inserts and envelopes, water for gluing, glue.
Mailtype may include:
full rate, National pre-sort, DPID.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
safely operate and monitor production on an in-line mail machine and correctly notify supervisor when problems arise
demonstrate all safety devices on the machine
the individual will complete TWO entire jobs that include multiple inserts
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these
off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICPSU243C Reconcile process outputs.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
safely operate and monitor production on an in-line mail machine and correctly notify supervisor when problems arise
demonstrate all safety devices on the machine
the individual will complete TWO entire jobs that include multiple inserts
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these
off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
ICPSU243C Reconcile process outputs.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0269 | ICPCF105B | Operate in-line mail machine | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUO02 | ICPCBF105 | Operate in-line mail machine | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W770 | ICP21010 | Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts (Mail House) | Qualification |