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Manually prepare direct emulsion stencil

Manually prepare direct emulsion stencil

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPSCP2330
State Code
OBQ50
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/05/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/08/2020
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
20/08/2020
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to safely select, prepare and store direct emulsion stencils using manual techniques.It applies to individuals working in the printing and graphic arts industry under direct supervision and performing mainly routine tasks such as monitoring equipment and ensuring set processes are followed.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare work area and equipment
  • 1.1 Clean work area according to enterprise procedures
  • 1.2 Inspect equipment and undertake remedial action prior to commencement of work as required
  • 1.3 Select coating trough and confirm it is free of nicks and burrs
2. Prepare screen
  • 2.1 Select screen according to job specifications
  • 2.2 Apply and remove according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • 2.3 Check tension of screen mesh
3. Produce emulsion
  • 3.1 Select emulsion according to requirements for ink type, print resolution, substrate, mesh type and machine type
  • 3.2 Check emulsion expiry date and take action as required
  • 3.3 Prepare emulsion
  • 3.4 Apply and dry emulsion according to manufacturer specifications
4. Process coated screen
  • 4.1 Position image films onto prepared screen and position in cleaned and prepared exposure device
  • 4.2 Position light source according to manufacturer specifications
  • 4.3 Calculate exposure and expose stencil
  • 4.4 Remove exposed screen from vacuum frame exposure device
  • 4.5 Wash exposed screen according to WHS requirements and manufacturer specifications
  • 4.6 Inspect processed stencil or screen for flaws, scum and orientation
  • 4.7 Spot out pinholes and tape according to ink type and job specifications
5. Clean stencil
  • 5.1 Dry processed stencil according to manufacturer specifications
  • 5.2 Remove backing sheet and check stencil for full adhesion
6. Store screen
  • 6.1 Label prepared screen according to enterprise procedures
  • 6.2 Store prepared screen according to manufacturer specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUM95 ICPSCP233 Manually prepare direct emulsion stencil Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFB8 ICP31220 Certificate III in Printing Qualification
BFC3 ICP20120 Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts Qualification