Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to run and monitor in-line tube making machines for the manufacture of sacks or bags. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit requires the individual to run and monitor in-line tube making machines for the manufacture of sacks or bags. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
ICPCF298C Run and monitor sack and bag machines. |
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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. Monitor throughput |
1.1. Machine is stepped to ensure the scores and folds are in the correct position and paper tension is correct 1.2. Guide positions are monitored and adjusted if necessary to ensure adhesive is applied evenly and in the correct position 1.3. Multi-walls adhere correctly and without creasing 1.4. Paper moisture is monitored and correct moisture levels are maintained 1.5. Perforation occurs to the right depth and in the correct place 1.6. Creasing units and folding units work in the correct location 1.7. Folds and guillotine cuts are correctly placed 1.8. Glues dry at correct rates for in-line processes 1.9. All units run at the speed required by enterprise quality standards |
2. Confirm quality of output |
2.1. A sample from the machine is selected and checked to ensure it conforms to the required quality standards 2.2. Adjustments are made when the standards are not met 2.3. Each in-line process is monitored and minor adjustments are made during production, if required 2.4. Samples are continuously monitored for defects and defects are removed 2.5. The efficiency, quality and output rate of the production run are monitored for problems and any deficiencies resolved 2.6. Wastage is monitored, kept to a minimum and correctly disposed of according to enterprise quality standards |
3. Confirm quality of output |
3.1. Faults which affect the quality of the sacks or bags are identified and rectified 3.2. Problems that reduce the rate of output are identified and fixed 3.3. Faults that affect the efficient operation of equipment are identified and resolved |
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 |
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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Stepped may include: |
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Correct materials may include: |
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Job specifications 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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