Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 10:54 AM AWST
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Produce complex flat-bed die cut or embossed product
Produce complex flat-bed die cut or embossed product
Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCF426C
ICPCF426C
State Code
D3078
D3078
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce complex flat-bed die cutting or embossing.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Maintain operation of reel (OR Element 2)
- 1.1. Reel stand and reel rewind section are monitored and adjusted to ensure efficient continuous operation and to maintain correct tension and to ensure no marks, blemishes or damage to finished product
- 1.2. Web control system is monitored and adjusted to ensure correct tension and accurate continuous positioning of the web for efficient operation
- 1.3. Substrate is added to and removed from the process according to job specifications
2. Maintain operation of sheet transportation system on sheet-fed machine (OR Element 1)
- 2.1. Feeder and delivery systems are monitored and adjusted to ensure continuous and efficient feeding to machine
- 2.2. Sheet pick-up, transport system and sheeting section are monitored and adjusted to ensure accurate and continuous sheet handling and an efficient operation and quality product
- 2.3. Transfer systems are monitored and adjusted to ensure correct and continuous sheet handling and efficient operation
- 2.4. Substrate is added to process according to job specifications
3. Maintain complex flat-bed cutting process
- 3.1. Knife condition is monitored and adjusted to ensure the quality of product meets the standard of the approved sample
- 3.2. Cutting pressures are monitored and adjusted to ensure the quality of product meets the standard of the approved sample
- 3.3. Registration of knife(s) is monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of product meets the standard of the approved sample
- 3.4. Packing of cutting devices is monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of product meets the standard of the approved sample
- 3.5. In-line printing/converting/binding/finishing processes are monitored and adjusted to ensure the quality of product meets the standard of the approved sample
4. Maintain operation of production process
- 4.1. Production process is operated in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule
- 4.2. Production is maintained according to OHS requirements, manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures
- 4.3. Manual and/or automatic control is used according to job specifications
- 4.4. Performance is monitored and verified using the process control system according to enterprise procedures
- 4.5. Production difficulties are anticipated and preventive action is taken to prevent occurrence by timely intervention
- 4.6. Process adjustments to eliminate problems are reported according to enterprise procedures
- 4.7. Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
- 4.8. Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures
5. Identify and rectify problems
- 5.1. Problem in cutting (flat-bed) machine operation is identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
- 5.2. Adjustments or corrections are carried out according to specified procedures and are consistent with operator's skill level
- 5.3. Cutting (flat-bed) machine operation is checked to ensure correct operation
6. Conduct shutdown of production process
- 6.1. Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures
- 6.2. Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with OHS requirements
- 6.3. Substrate waste is removed from operating area and recycled or disposed of, where required, according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
- 6.4. Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures
- 6.5. Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations
7. Clean flat-bed cutting machine at end of run
- 7.1. Knife and machine bed are cleaned ready for next run
- 7.2. Cutting devices are sharpened correctly according to OHS requirements and enterprise procedures
- 7.3. Cutting machine is disengaged and cleaned ready for next run
- 7.4. In-line printing/converting/binding/finishing units are cleaned ready for next run
- 7.5. Reel feed, transportation and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run
- 7.6. Sheet feed, transport and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run
- 7.7. Production records or other documentation are accurately completed where required by enterprise procedures
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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Substrate handling may include:
wide or narrow reel or large or small sheet handling systems.
Cutting process may include:
flat-bed die and forme cutting, embossing.
In-line processes may include:
minor processes that are integral to this competency can include basic in-line operations such as perforating, numbering, slitting that do not in themselves constitute another defined unit of competency. Where a major in-line process is defined as a separate competency (eg flat-bed cutting, folding) it should be assessed as such.
Flat-bed cutting units may include:
a range of machines with dies, cutting formes or drills and manual, semi-automated, fully automated or computerised process control.
Shapes may include:
complex or multiple shapes.
Substrate types may include:
range of substrates within the major categories of paper, pressure sensitive material, board, plastics and related films, or metal.
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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Substrate handling may include:
wide or narrow reel or large or small sheet handling systems.
Cutting process may include:
flat-bed die and forme cutting, embossing.
In-line processes may include:
minor processes that are integral to this competency can include basic in-line operations such as perforating, numbering, slitting that do not in themselves constitute another defined unit of competency. Where a major in-line process is defined as a separate competency (eg flat-bed cutting, folding) it should be assessed as such.
Flat-bed cutting units may include:
a range of machines with dies, cutting formes or drills and manual, semi-automated, fully automated or computerised process control.
Shapes may include:
complex or multiple shapes.
Substrate types may include:
range of substrates within the major categories of paper, pressure sensitive material, board, plastics and related films, or metal.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
produce complex flat-bed die cut or embossed product with different substrates, sizes and patterns according to job specifications
demonstrate all safety devices on the machine
competency must be demonstrated on EITHER flat-bed die cutting OR embossing. For either process produce TWO complex jobs (including in-line processes) with different substrates, sizes and patterns according to manufacturer's and job specifications, enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria
demonstrate use of computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of theses
off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
produce complex flat-bed die cut or embossed product with different substrates, sizes and patterns according to job specifications
demonstrate all safety devices on the machine
competency must be demonstrated on EITHER flat-bed die cutting OR embossing. For either process produce TWO complex jobs (including in-line processes) with different substrates, sizes and patterns according to manufacturer's and job specifications, enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria
demonstrate use of computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate
evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of theses
off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D0341 | ICPCF426B | Produce complex flat-bed die cut or embossed product | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUN59 | ICPCBF426 | Produce complex flat-bed die cut or embossed product | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J188 | ICP30912 | Certificate III in Printing and Graphic Arts (Cartons and Corrugating) | Qualification |