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Control washing extractor operation

Control washing extractor operation

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTLA2003
State Code
BAV48
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to determine requirements for wash loads, control and monitor washing machine operation, and processing the product.The unit of competency applies to controlling washing machine operation and involves chemical dispensing and monitoring procedures to required specifications.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under direct supervision. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare to control washing extractor operation
  • 2.1 Identify laundry operating procedures, production schedule and work load priorities
  • 2.2 Determine washing extractor loads by counting, weight, volume or classification
  • 2.3 Operate weighing machines and determine size of load by reading indicator scales
  • 2.4 Select washing sequences for a given process or product
  • 2.5 Select chemical dispensing for chemical dosing system, where relevant
  • 2.6 Determine washing requirements for specific loads
  • 2.7 Access operator manuals, as required, and identify workplace procedures
3 Monitor washing
  • 3.1 Monitor washing machine operation for correct water, temperature and chemical levels
  • 3.2 Monitor chemicals and dosing system for correct operation
  • 3.3 Monitor program operation to ensure correct function
  • 3.4 Report washing extractor operational faults
  • 3.5 Complete required documentation
4 Finalise product and check procedures
  • 4.1 Classify product and sort according to finishing requirements
  • 4.2 Direct product to correct area for finishing
  • 4.3 Review and check all procedures
  • 4.4 Check work area for maintenance to housekeeping standards
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7366 LMTLA2003A Control washing extractor operation Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBL61 MSTLA3003 Control washing operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDG1 MST30616 Certificate III in Laundry Operations Qualification
BDG0 MST20416 Certificate II in Laundry Operations Qualification