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Set up, adjust and maintain carding machines

Set up, adjust and maintain carding machines

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTTX3014A
State Code
W7527
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to set up, adjust and maintain carding machines used to process fibres for spinning operations or non-woven web forming operations in a textile enterprise, including set up for production, problem solving, repairs and preventative maintenance.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Set up machines for carding operations
  • 1.1 Specifications and production requirements are interpreted to determine machine settings
  • 1.2 Documentation relating to machine settings, operation and maintenance is interpreted, referenced and applied according to the needs of the task
  • 1.3 Tools appropriate for the machine and task are selected and prepared and used in a safe and effective manner to set up machine for operation
  • 1.4 Machine is set up for operation according to required specifications, including fixing of required attachments, and to run at optimum quality and efficiency levels
  • 1.5 Raw fibres are set up for loading into feed sheet.
  • 1.6 Carding operators are instructed of any special operating requirements
2 Test machine settings
  • 2.1 Carding machine is operated in accordance with manufacturer's and workplace instructions to test settings against specifications and operational standards
  • 2.2 Fibre sample is examined to identify required adjustments to machine settings or pattern specifications
  • 2.3 Quality tests are conducted on sliver or web or organised as required to ensure optimal production outcomes are achieved
  • 2.4 Required adjustments are identified and documented and machine settings adjusted accordingly
  • 2.5 Operation is monitored in all production stages
3 Diagnose and fix carding problems
  • 3.1 Carding machine operations are monitored to assess ensure operational efficiency in accordance with OHS procedures
  • 3.2 Fibre is assessed to identify faults and to assess impact on operational problems
  • 3.3 Problems and faults are identified and analysed to determine root cause
  • 3.4 Diagnosis is established and strategy for repair or replacement of machine components is developed
  • 3.5 Carding machine is returned to optimal performance through repair of faulty operation
  • 3.6 Carding machine is operated to ensure problems have been fixed
4 Communicate operational information
  • 4.1 Records are maintained and reports prepared where necessary
  • 4.2 Adjustments to machines and patterns are documented and discussed with appropriate personnel
  • 4.3 Operational instructions are documented
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Carding machines and related components include
burr handling systems
air filtration equipment
combs
doffer waste system
blending systems
compressed air and hydraulic systems
Specifications may include
weight
temperature
moisture content
lubrication
nep/contamination level
web thickness
compression
Production requirements may include
drafting
twisting
splicing
piecing up, joining
fault identification
heating
steaming
vacuuming
oiling
Machine settings may include
electronic settings
automated setting
mechanical settings
Operational efficiency includes
correct feed rate and
quality of web off take
blending consistency and feed uniformity
Fibres may be
natural or synthetic to be used in woven, knitted, tufted and
non woven products.
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
Faults may include
double ends
high thin places
contamination
piecing up
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 the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
interpret production specifications accurately
set and operate spinning machine safely and correctly
perform sample runs and analyse results
identify and make appropriate readjustments
determine root cause of operational problems
solve operational problems
apply workplace health and safety policies in production operations
maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent Assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU14 MSTTX3011 Set up, adjust and monitor a machine for TCF production Unit of competency