Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manually reclaim screens. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit requires the individual to manually reclaim screens. |
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. Select and prepare chemicals |
1.1. Ink and stencil type are correctly identified and screen is assessed for suitability to be reclaimed 1.2. Most appropriate reclamation method is chosen for the job 1.3. Screen reclamation chemicals are selected and prepared according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications 1.4. Appropriate safety gear is selected and worn according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications and OHS requirements |
2. Wash screen |
2.1. Stencil is treated with appropriate chemical to manufacturer's specifications 2.2. Screens are washed using a pressure gun in a suitably ventilated area with the required extraction system 2.3. Stains and hazards are removed using appropriate chemicals according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications and OHS requirements 2.4. Screens are checked for damage and any defects are reported and/or rectified according to enterprise procedures |
3. Store screen |
3.1. Screens are correctly identified and labelled 3.2. Screens are stored in a clean, dry environment according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications |
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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Ink , stencil and frame types may include: |
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Chemical type may include: |
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Enterprise procedures may include: |
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Mesh type may include: |
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Tension measurement techniques may include: |
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Degree of autonomy may include: |
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Quality standards may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Screen Printing |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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