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Gin Cotton
Gin Cotton
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTCG2002A
LMTCG2002A
State Code
W7143
W7143
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Original Release Date
16/07/2011
Nominal Hours
50
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare and operate cotton ginning machinery and perform relevant operator level maintenance. It includes the appropriate recycling and waste disposal processes.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Check seed cotton for moisture
- 1.1 Appropriate test equipment is prepared and checked
- 1.2 Seed cotton is tested formoisture content and results recorded or reported according to workplace procedures
2 Evaluate trash condition of cotton modules
- 2.1 Types of trash in the cotton seed are identified
- 2.2 Trash types are quantified relative to cotton processing requirements
- 2.3 Outcome of evaluation is recorded or reported
3 Operate cotton ginning machinery
- 3.1 All necessary settings and preparation for machinery operation are identified and assessed in accordance with specification and workplace standard procedures
- 3.2 Ginning machinery is started in accordance with workplace standard operating procedures
- 3.3 Work area around machinery is cleaned and maintained to meet workplace and safety requirements
- 3.4 Machinery is stopped or shut down in accordance with all OHS practices and workplace standard operating procedures
4 Carry out operator maintenance
- 4.1 Minor running problems are identified and reported in accordance with workplace and machinery manufacturer procedures
- 4.2 Major machinery or product faults are reported
- 4.3 Minor maintenance and cleaning are performed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
5 Dispose of waste materials
- 5.1 Waste is kept to a minimum through correct application of workplace run out procedures
- 5.2 Waste is recycled where possible
- 5.3 Machine waste is disposed of in accordance with environmental and safety procedures
6 Monitor product quality
- 6.1 Quality requirements for cotton ginning are correctly identified and applied for all stages of the process
- 6.2 Cotton flow is monitored to meet enterprise standard operating procedures
- 6.3 Cotton quality is visually checked continuously to ensure standard is maintained
- 6.4 Any deviations from normal are recognised, isolated and reported
7 Communicate process information
- 7.1 Records and other documentation are clearly and accurately completed where required
- 7.2 Information regarding production status or problems is accurately transferred between changes in shifts
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.
Prepare and check includes:
preparing test equipment
ensuring equipment is functioning correctly and calibrated accurately
Test for moisture content tests includes:
preparing seed cotton for tests
checking moisture content prior to ginning
taking accurate readings
Evaluate trash may include:
identifying types of trash
quantifying trash types
evaluating trash level of cotton seed prior to ginning
Settings and preparation may include:
pre-start up visual checks, including safety requirements
maintenance checks and product setting requirements
start up procedures
machine cleaning
minor running problems - this may refer to adjustments causing non-conforming outcomes
Machinery may include:
feeder system
gin stand
cleaners
lint cleaner
battery condenser
air and drying system
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
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
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
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.
Prepare and check includes:
preparing test equipment
ensuring equipment is functioning correctly and calibrated accurately
Test for moisture content tests includes:
preparing seed cotton for tests
checking moisture content prior to ginning
taking accurate readings
Evaluate trash may include:
identifying types of trash
quantifying trash types
evaluating trash level of cotton seed prior to ginning
Settings and preparation may include:
pre-start up visual checks, including safety requirements
maintenance checks and product setting requirements
start up procedures
machine cleaning
minor running problems - this may refer to adjustments causing non-conforming outcomes
Machinery may include:
feeder system
gin stand
cleaners
lint cleaner
battery condenser
air and drying system
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
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
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
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:
test and evaluate seed cotton for ginning requirements
prepare and operate cotton ginning machinery
monitor product and process quality
dispose of waste appropriately
transfer relevant information between shift changes, where required
Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail and without damage to goods and equipment
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.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
test and evaluate seed cotton for ginning requirements
prepare and operate cotton ginning machinery
monitor product and process quality
dispose of waste appropriately
transfer relevant information between shift changes, where required
Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail and without damage to goods and equipment
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXP33 | LMTPRCG02A | Check seed cotton for ginning requirements | Unit of competency |
| AXP32 | LMTPRCG01A | Operate machinery to gin cotton | Unit of competency |
