Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. Unit code and title changed. Application changed. Elements and Performance Criteria changed. Range of Conditions removed. Assessment Requirements changed. Supersedes and is equivalent to PMBPROD392 Produce composites using pultrusion.
Application
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to operate, control and optimise pultrusion production-line machinery to produce finished product.
This unit applies to an experienced technician working alone or as part of a team.
The unit principally refers to a continuous production operation similar to a thermoplastic extrusion line, where the operator must apply knowledge of the materials science and skills from learning and experience to set up and operate the line to achieve consistent, optimal productivity.
No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil.
Competency Field
Production – Thermoset Composites Pultrusion
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1. Plan work requirements |
1.1 Identify and check materials requirements, including additives, from job specifications 1.2 Identify equipment and processes required for production and upstream and downstream operations from job specifications 1.3 Perform pre-operational checks including checking for and controlling hazards 1.4 Identify checks and testing processes required for equipment, materials, quality and production management to meet job specifications 1.5 Identify waste management strategies to minimise scrap and trim according to workplace procedures |
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2. Perform pre-production tasks |
2.1 Verify equipment requirements against job specifications 2.2 Set production process according to equipment and workplace specifications, and adjust process to optimise output based on selected materials 2.3 Set up and adjust equipment and production line settings according to equipment and job specifications 2.4 Verify materials, resins and fibres are correct against job specifications 2.5 Set up date, batch and materials markings according to workplace procedures 2.6 Undertake other pre-startup checks according to equipment specifications and workplace procedures |
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3. Operate and make adjustments to control pultrusion process |
3.1 Start up and operate pultrusion process, and make adjustments to settings to meet job specifications 3.2 Ensure process is operating according to equipment specifications and workplace procedures 3.3 Follow checking and testing processes to confirm if output meets job specifications and quality standards, and apply strategies to manage nonconforming outputs 3.4 Maintain continuity of process to support production 3.5 Work efficiently to minimise scrap and trim according to workplace procedures 3.6 Clean, adjust and lubricate equipment according to equipment instructions |
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4. Shut down machinery |
4.1 Determine type of shutdown and process to be followed from equipment instructions and workplace procedures 4.2 Shut down equipment according to equipment instructions and workplace procedures 4.3 Clean equipment efficiently and effectively, using appropriate methods and materials according to equipment instructions 4.4 Put guards, locks and notices in place to prevent inadvertent startup 4.5 Accurately complete workplace shutdown documentation 4.6 Clean and clear work area after shutdown in readiness for next startup |
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5. Anticipate and solve process control variances |
5.1 Recognise exiting or potential process control variances and their causes 5.2 Determine, prioritise and implement remedial and preventative actions based on identified issues and causes 5.3 Monitor process control variances and corrective actions taken until resolved 5.4 Accurately maintain records and logbooks |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.
- Numeracy skills to monitor equipment readings and assess production outputs.
- Reading skills to interpret job and equipment specifications and workplace procedures.
- Writing and oral communication skills to record and report on composites production, shutdown and process control variances.
Other foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Unit Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to PMBPROD392 Produce composites using pultrusion.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet – - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=932aacef-7947-4c80-acc6-593719fe4090
