Unit of competency Outline
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Set up machine for basic flat-bed cutting
Set up machine for basic flat-bed cutting
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCBF2310
ICPCBF2310
State Code
OBP33
OBP33
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/08/2020
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
20/08/2020
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up minor flat-bed cutting processes, including kiss cutting, hole punching, hole drilling, slotting, slitting, sheeting, creasing, scoring, and pin perforating, indexing and round cornering.It applies to individuals who work under direct supervision, who are responsible for operating and monitoring equipment and machinery.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for job
- 1.1 Identify job specifications
- 1.2 Carry out set-up of required machinery according to manufacturer specifications
- 1.3 Confirm availability of all job related components
2. Mount flat-bed cutting devices
- 2.1 Mount cutting devices
- 2.2 Register and proof cutting devices
- 2.3 Select and secure cutting devices to machine according to job specifications
3. Prepare delivery systems
- 3.1 Set up and adjust delivery systems
- 3.2 Add substrate to and remove substrate from process
4. Set up machine
- 4.1 Set up and adjust flat-bed cutting devices
- 4.2 Check and adjust cutting pressures
- 4.3 Set machine lays to required position for registration
5. Set-up for other in-line processes
- 5.1 Provide assistance in set-up of major in-line units
- 5.2 Set up minor in-line printing processes
6. Conduct sample run
- 6.1 Set up and operate machine to produce a specified sample according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures
- 6.2 Inspect and test sample as required according to enterprise procedures
- 6.3 Interpret results and determine adjustment requirements
- 6.4 Carry out adjustment changes according to product and machine specifications
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUO99 | ICPCBF231 | Set up machine for basic flat-bed cutting | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFB9 | ICP31320 | Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging | Qualification |
| BFB8 | ICP31220 | Certificate III in Printing | Qualification |
| BFC3 | ICP20120 | Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts | Qualification |