Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the skills and knowledge to perform or coordinate the setting up of machines for production changes. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
The unit applies to the work involved with the setting of machines for product change, usually working independently and being accountable for own results including carrying out assigned tasks, coordinating processes and setting and working to deadlines. Work may be conducted in a variety of environments such as:
Work may be self-directed and unsupervised. Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:
This unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising of resources and machinery for the required work, as well as applying skills and knowledge of machines and equipment to ensure machines are set up for new production outcomes. This unit also requires an ability to communicate in writing and verbally with others as well as team work skills to work with loom operators. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisites |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Set or organise setting of machine |
1.1 Product specifications are interpreted for correct machine setting requirements. 1.2 Specifications are conveyed to appropriate personnel, where required. 1.3 Machine is set according to product specifications and manufacturer instructions. |
2 Conduct sample or trial runs |
2.1 Materials or products to be used for sampling or trialling are obtained or arranged. 2.2 Machine is operated according to manufacturer requirements and OHS practices . 2.3 Specified sample is produced. |
3 Check sample and organise quality testing |
3.1 Sample is checked to ensure quality standards are met. 3.2 Quality testing is assessed or organised as required. |
4 Re-adjust or confirm machine settings to meet requirements |
4.1 Test results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements. 4.1 Adjustment changes are completed according to product and machine specifications. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Demonstrates knowledge of:
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Demonstrates skills to:
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Evidence Guide
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects of evidence to be considered |
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
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Consistency in performance |
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
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Resource implications |
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices. |
Context for assessment |
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment. |
Interdependent assessment |
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units. |
Range Statement
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Legislative/regulatory requirements |
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements. |
Machines may include |
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Materials or products may include |
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OHS practices |
OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:
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Unit Sector(s)
Sector |
Textile Production |