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Set up and monitor in-line printing operations

Set up and monitor in-line printing operations

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPRN493
State Code
AUP18
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up and monitor either a reel- or sheet-fed machineIt applies to individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge of in-line printing operations and who are responsible for digital production workflow.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm job specifications
  • 1.1 Job requirements are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system
  • 1.2 Set up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time and with minimum wastage
  • 1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked
2. Set up machine for in-line operation
  • 2.1 Substrate transportation system is set up according to job specifications
  • 2.2 Set off / marking prevention devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 2.3 Appropriate image carrier/cutting device is selected and secured to the unit
  • 2.4 Impression is adjusted and set according to job specifications
  • 2.5 Image transfer or inking devices are adjusted and set according to job specifications
3. Conduct proof run
  • 3.1 Material to be used for proof is organised correctly
  • 3.2 Machine is operated according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures to produce a specific proof
  • 3.3 Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures
  • 3.4 Production does not commence without client approval or authority where appropriate
  • 3.5 Results are interpreted and adjustments made according to product and machine specifications
4. Maintain and monitor production process
  • 4.1 Production process is operated and monitored in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule
  • 4.2 Product is monitored and minor adjustments made to ensure quality of output is maintained
  • 4.3 Major adjustments to process are identified and reported to designated personnel according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.4 Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.5 Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures
5. Conduct shutdown of production process
  • 5.1 Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 5.2 Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • 5.3 Unused ink/coating, if used in process, is correctly labelled and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 5.4 All product is removed from operating area
  • 5.5 Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures
  • 5.6 Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations
6. Clean and wash up
  • 6.1 Cylinders, image carriers/cutting devices and roller surfaces are cleaned ready for next run
  • 6.2 Image carriers/cutting devices are removed and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 6.3 Inking system and additional units are washed ready for next run
  • 6.4 Liquid waste is disposed of according to enterprise procedures and regulatory requirements
  • 6.5 In-line units are cleaned ready for next run
  • 6.6 Substrate feed, transportation and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run
  • 6.7 Production records or other documentation are accurately completed where required by enterprise procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3205 ICPPR493C Set up and monitor in-line printing operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBQ15 ICPPRN4930 Set up and monitor in-line printing operations Unit of competency