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Ensure efficient operation of textile machines

Ensure efficient operation of textile machines

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTTX3006B
State Code
W7519
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to ensure efficient operation of textile machines.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Check machine performance
  • 1.1 Machine performance is monitored and reviewed and adjustments made as required, in accordance with manufacturer specifications and OHS practices.
  • 1.2 Machine operations and processes are monitored to ensure correct procedures are assessed and product meets quality standards.
  • 1.3 Machine operator is consulted to assess machine operations and processes.
  • 1.4 Records and documentation of machine performance and maintenance are maintained.
2 Identify problems with machine operation
  • 2.1 Symptoms of machinery fault are identified.
  • 2.2 Visual inspection of machine and product is used to locate fault.
  • 2.3 Fault is located within section or component of machine.
  • 2.4 Operating manuals or documentation are referred to as required.
3 Determine problem cause and solution
  • 3.1 Possible causes of problem are determined.
  • 3.2 Further information is gathered to confirm or eliminate possible cause.
  • 3.3 Appropriate personnel are consulted to confirm cause.
  • 3.4 Immediate solution is determined and trialled or implemented.
  • 3.5 Permanent solution is determined in consultation with appropriate personnel.
4 Conduct routine checks of performance efficiency
  • 4.1 Routine checks of machine performance are assessed against production specifications in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
  • 4.2 Preventative maintenance strategy for machine is checked and assessed in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
  • 4.3 Periodic servicing such as lubrication and greasing, etc. is assessed in accordance with manufacturer instructions as required.
  • 4.4 Machine is cleaned in accordance with manufacturer cleaning instructions.
5 Perform preventative maintenance procedures
  • 5.1 Inspection of parts is conducted according to operating procedures and manufacturer instructions.
  • 5.2 Service and production records are maintained to assist with life cycle monitoring of parts and machine as required.
  • 5.3 Faulty parts are identified for repair, replacement or adjustment as required.
  • 5.4 Parts and consumables to be repaired or replaced are identified and repaired or replaced as required.
  • 5.5 Replacement parts and consumables are inspected, checked and monitored to ensure compliance with operational specifications.
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.
Symptoms may include
product does not meet specification
machine is not operating to specification
sounds not attributed to normal operation
recurrent faults such as yarn breaking, etc.
Machines may include
knitting machines
carding machines
spinning machines
weaving looms
dyeing equipment
tufting looms
finishing equipment
creeling and warping machines
Appropriate personnel may include
textile mechanic
supervisor
senior operator
Immediate solution may include
decommission machine
change settings
adjust operation
perform temporary fix
refer to textile mechanic
Parts and consumables may include
items that require periodic replacement as a result of normal machine and production operations, e.g. belts, globes, combs
OHS practices
OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:
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
environmental practices
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:
operate machines correctly
monitor machine performance against specifications and undertake minor adjustments
clean machines
identify faults
identify and replace replaceable parts and consumables used in normal machine operations
communicate and cooperate with mechanics/technicians and production personnel
complete records accurately and completely
apply OHS practices in work operations

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks according to instructions
working systematically with attention to detail
identifying improvements and avoiding damage
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

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.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W6638 LMTTX3006A Ensure efficient operation of textile machines Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU19 MSTTX3006 Ensure efficient operation of textile machines Unit of competency