Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce a single-faced web for corrugated board manufacture. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit requires the individual to produce single-faced web for corrugated board manufacture, inspect the quality, maintain production, identify and rectify problems and correctly shut down the machine. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Inspect and adjust quality |
1.1. Inspection and/or testing of sample is organised 1.2. Sample is visually inspected and/or tested according to enterprise procedures 1.3. Results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements 1.4. Adjustment changes are carried out according to product and machine specifications |
2. Maintain operation of reel transportation system |
2.1. Reel stand is monitored and adjusted to ensure efficient continuous operation 2.2. Web control system is monitored and adjusted to ensure correct tension and accurate continuous positioning of the web and efficient operation 2.3. Substrate is added to the process according to job specifications |
3. Maintain single facing process |
3.1. Starch delivery system is monitored and adjusted to suit corrugating process and according to job specifications 3.2. Heat delivery system is monitored and adjusted to suit corrugating process and according to job specifications 3.3. Steam delivery system is monitored and adjusted to suit corrugating process and according to job specifications 3.4. Corrugating roll and pressure rolls are monitored and adjusted to suit corrugating process and according to job specifications 3.5. Speed of machine is optimised according to running conditions 3.6. Appropriate quantity of paper is run with a minimum of wastage |
4. Maintain in-line process(es) |
4.1. Coating units are monitored and adjusted to suit corrugating process and according to job specifications 4.2. Waxing units are monitored and adjusted to suit corrugating process and according to job specifications 4.3. Slitters are monitored and adjusted according to job specifications 4.4. Cut-off knife is monitored and adjusted according to job specifications |
5. Synchronise machine operation |
5.1. Machine down-time is minimised during flute, grade or deckle changes 5.2. Quality of board is maintained according to enterprise procedures or client acceptance standard 5.3. Machine speed is optimised and waste minimised |
6. Maintain production process |
6.1. Production process is operated in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule 6.2. Production is maintained according to OHS requirements, manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures 6.3. Manual and/or automatic control is used according to job specifications 6.4. Performance is monitored and verified using the process control system according to enterprise procedures 6.5. Starch performance is monitored and adjusted throughout production run 6.6. Quality checks are carried out on a regular basis and adjustments made as necessary |
7. Identify and rectify problems |
7.1. Production difficulties are anticipated and preventive action is taken to prevent occurrence by timely intervention 7.2. Process adjustments to eliminate problems are reported according to enterprise procedures 7.3. Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported according to enterprise procedures 7.4. Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures 7.5. Problems in corrugator operation are identified and reported according to enterprise procedures 7.6. Adjustments or corrections are carried out according to specified procedures and are consistent with operator's skill level 7.7. Corrugator operation is checked to ensure correct operation |
8. Conduct shutdown of production process |
8.1. Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures 8.2. Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with OHS requirements 8.3. Solid and liquid waste is removed from operating area and recycled or disposed of, where required, according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures 8.4. All product is removed from operating area 8.5. Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures 8.6. Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations |
9. Clean and wash up |
9.1. In -line wax and coating units are cleaned ready for next run 9.2. Starch delivery system is washed up ready for next run, and liquid waste is disposed of according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures 9.3. Reel feed and transportation systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run 9.4. Production records or other documentation are accurately completed where required by enterprise procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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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:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. This unit may be assessed at the same time as:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Machines may include: |
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Substrate handling may include: |
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In -line processes may include: |
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Substrate types may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Converting, Binding and Finishing |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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