Unit of competency Outline
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Use drum or vessel to prepare or tan hides or skins
Use drum or vessel to prepare or tan hides or skins
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTHL2006A
LMTHL2006A
State Code
W7355
W7355
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/10/2014
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
17/10/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to perform the range of activities associated with using drums or vessels in the preparation and tanning processes for hides or skins.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Confirm instructions
- 1.1 Requirements for the preparation or tanning of hides or skins are confirmed
- 1.2 Clarification is assessed, where necessary, to ensure accuracy of requirements
2 Prepare for drum or vessel processing
- 2.1 Drum or vessel loads and batches are accurately determined by counting, weight, volume or other defined method
- 2.2 Hides or skins to be prepared or tanned are assembled and made ready to be loaded into drum or vessel
3 Load drum or vessel
- 3.1 Drum or vessel is loaded with hides or skins
- 3.2 All relevant OHS practices and manual handling procedures are followed
4 Use drum or vessel to prepare or tan hides or skins
- 4.1 Between load service of equipment is assessed in accordance with manufacturer and workplace procedures
- 4.2 Preparation and filling of drum or vessel is correctly assessed
- 4.3 Formulations or additives are correctly selected and used, as required
- 4.4 Drum or vessel is operated and used in accordance with standard operating instructions
- 4.5 Schedules are followed for the particular process
- 4.6 Drum or vessel operator instructions are correctly followed
5 Monitor drum or vessel process
- 5.1 Drum or vessel use is checked and monitored for correct function
- 5.2 Process parameters are monitored in terms of temperature, time, chemical values etc.
- 5.3 Any deviations from normal are recognised, isolated and reported
6 Unload drum or vessel
- 6.1 Hides or skins are unloaded, where required, using correct manual handling techniques
- 6.2 Hides or skins are directed to correct area for next process
- 6.3 Handling of process liquid or effluent is controlled in accordance with environmental and workplace procedures
7 Maintain records
- 7.1 Records are completed
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.
Preparation may include
counting
weight
volume
other defined method
reversal of preservation
washing
liming
scouring
bleaching
Equipment may include
electronic monitoring and metering systems
manual chart recording systems
basic hand tools
laboratory testing and sampling equipment
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
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.
Preparation may include
counting
weight
volume
other defined method
reversal of preservation
washing
liming
scouring
bleaching
Equipment may include
electronic monitoring and metering systems
manual chart recording systems
basic hand tools
laboratory testing and sampling equipment
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
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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
prepare and use drum/vessel
monitor product to ensure quality requirements are applied for all stages of process
follow schedules
control process liquid or effluent
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
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
prepare and use drum/vessel
monitor product to ensure quality requirements are applied for all stages of process
follow schedules
control process liquid or effluent
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
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1860 | LMTPRHL06A | Use drum or vessel to prepare or tan hides or skins | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAV56 | MSTHL2006 | Use drum or vessel to prepare or tan hides or skins | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W363 | LMT21207 | Certificate II in Leather Production | Qualification |