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Design a process layout

Design a process layout

Unit of competency
National Code
MSS405022
State Code
BAJ92
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to design a process layout, typically a cellular flow, for either a jobbing shop or a continuous process manufacturer. This unit provides the skill for a technical expert to apply the principles of competitive systems and practices to process design layout as distinct from volume production layout. While the application of the unit may be for an initial layout, in many cases it is likely to be for the redesign of an existing layout.The unit is written on the assumption that there is an existing process. Where this is not the case, then additional competency in equipment/process design and selection will also be required through units from an appropriate technical qualification or Training Package.This unit requires the application of skills associated with problem solving, initiative, enterprise, planning and organising in order to design a process for the manufacture of enterprise products that incorporates team operations, product flow, infrastructure and the layout of the physical environment and related technology. This unit has a strong emphasis on gathering, analysing and applying information.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify the products and processes used in the organisation
  • 1.1 Obtain or develop a process map of the existing process.
  • 1.2 Identify all/main products/classes of products.
  • 1.3 Obtain forecast sales and sales pattern of products/classes.
  • 1.4 Obtain profiles of products/classes.
  • 1.5 Group the products/classes into compatible families.
2 Engineer the process
  • 2.1 Make a preliminary selection of required equipment/technology/ process for each process or product family.
  • 2.2 Estimate required resource times for each family.
  • 2.3 Calculate total resourcing required for each family.
  • 2.4 Estimate appropriate lot size.
  • 2.5 Determine viability of proposed families.
  • 2.6 Examine draft proposal for possible improvements in process consistent with the competitive systems and practices strategy of the organisation.
3 Design the infrastructure
  • 3.1 Consult on layout needs with all stakeholders.
  • 3.2 Identify physical infrastructure required by system.
  • 3.3 Identify information and control infrastructure required.
  • 3.4 Identify work organisation required.
  • 3.5 Identify work health and safety (WHS) and other regulatory requirements to be taken into account.
  • 3.6 Identify workforce development and training requirements.
  • 3.7 Check the availability of required infrastructure and compatibility with requirements.
4 Lay out the process
  • 4.1 Draft proposed process flow map.
  • 4.2 Draft proposed configuration diagram.
  • 4.3 Draft proposed space plan/layout.
  • 4.4 Check availability of services/structural suitability, as appropriate.
  • 4.5 Validate proposed layout with all relevant stakeholders.
  • 4.6 Layout the process/work cell.
  • 4.7 Develop implementation plan in liaison with relevant stakeholders.
  • 4.8 Review layout after implementation.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD559 MSS405022A Design a process layout Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OER09 MSS405035 Design a process layout Unit of competency