Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce specialised lithographic printed product that requires a certain amount of problem solving and experimentation with the substrate and press settings. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit requires the individual to operate a lithographic press ensuring an efficient specialised production flow that maintains product quality standards. Any production problems are anticipated and rectified with minimum downtime. The machine is correctly shut down and cleaned according to OHS guidelines. |
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. Maintain specialised lithographic printing process |
1.1. Lithographic plate and plate cylinder conditions are monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure the quality of the specialised printed product meets the standard of the sample sheet 1.2. Lithographic blanket and blanket cylinder conditions are monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure the quality of the specialised printed product meets the standard of sample sheet 1.3. Lithographic impression cylinder condition is monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure quality of the specialised printed product meets the standard of sample sheet 1.4. Lithographic inking system is checked and maintained to ensure quality of the specialised printed product meets the standard of sample sheet 1.5. Lithographic dampening system condition is monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure quality of the specialised printed product meets the standard of sample sheet 1.6. Set off/marking prevention and drying system is monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure quality of the specialised printed product meets the standard of sample sheet 1.7. Drying systems are monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure quality of the specialised printed product meets the standard of approved proof |
2. Maintain specialised production process |
2.1. Production process is operated in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule 2.2. Production is maintained according to OHS requirements, manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures 2.3. Manual and/or automatic control is used according to job specifications 2.4. Performance is monitored, evaluated and verified using the process control system according to enterprise procedures 2.5. Ink performance, colour, register and position of print are monitored, evaluated and adjusted throughout production run 2.6. Production difficulties are anticipated and preventive action is taken to prevent occurrence by timely intervention 2.7. Process adjustments to eliminate problems are reported according to enterprise procedures 2.8. Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported according to enterprise procedures 2.9. Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures |
3. Tune and adjust machinery |
3.1. Idiosyncrasies of machines are reviewed and adjustments or tuning undertaken to compensate or to exploit the idiosyncrasy, within manufacturer's specifications 3.2. Options are assessed to determine most effective/efficient method of production, ensuring highest quality and yield from machinery 3.3. A test run confirms correct options and settings or the need for further adjustment or tuning to meet quality standards 3.4. Options and recommendations are documented for future reference according to enterprise procedures 3.5. Instruction on new practices is provided to machine operator or finisher, if required |
4. Troubleshoot machinery and material problems |
4.1. Corrective or preventive action is recommended and implemented where appropriate 4.2. Changes are communicated to relevant personnel in a logical and easily understood manner 4.3. Changes are monitored to confirm improvement to production efficiency 4.4. Ongoing problems are reported according to enterprise procedures |
5. Conduct shutdown of production process |
5.1. Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures 5.2. Plate cylinder is set up and adjusted according to job specifications 5.3. Unused ink is correctly labelled and stored according to manufacturer/supplier specifications and enterprise procedures 5.4. Solid and liquid waste is removed from operating area and recycled or disposed of, where required, according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures 5.5. All product is removed from operating area 5.6. Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures 5.7. Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations |
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 ability to:
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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, for example:
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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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Specialised may include: |
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Inks /coatings may include: |
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Machines may include: |
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Colour matching systems may include: |
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Design may include: |
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Substrate types may include: |
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Substrate handling may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Printing |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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