Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.
Application of an operational knowledge of the materials, equipment and process sufficient to recognise out of specification products, process problems and materials faults.
Knowledge of organisation procedures and relevant regulatory requirements along with the ability to implement them within appropriate time constraints and work standards.
Application of the knowledge of managing risks using the hierarchy of controls applied to the creel rack process. Application of approved hazard control, safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials, equipment operation and cleanup.
Knowledge of and skills in the operation of creeling equipment and main components sufficient for consistent production of quality products including:
production workflow sequences and materials demand
the reasons for checking process control panels and reporting readings which are outside of normal range of process variability
accurately monitoring equipment operation and product quality
the potential effects of variations in raw materials and equipment operation in relation to quality of product
waste management
correct selection and use of equipment, materials, processes and procedures
identify factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies
procedures and guidelines for safe operation of creel racks
typical fault conditions and related fault finding procedures
crimping techniques
quality standards and practices
OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures
workplace practices
recording and reporting practices.
Competence also includes the ability to:
plan own work, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
identify when the operator is able to rectify faults, when assistance is required and who is the appropriate source for assistance
identify and describe own role and role of others involved directly in the creeling moulding process.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
This unit requires the ability to read and interpret typical product specifications, job sheets, procedures, basic machine control panels, material labels and safety information as provided to operators.
Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms.
Basic numeracy is required for measuring and recording data.
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any 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.
Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used.
Context
This competency applies to all creeling operations within the industry. It includes the operation of all relevant additional equipment where that equipment is integral to the creeling process.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures include all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards.
Tools and equipment
This competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:
spools and components of spools
ancillary equipment integral to the operation of the creel racks (does not include belt building or pressing)
hand tools used in the creel rack process
material loading/removing equipment
relevant personal protective equipment.
Set-up checks
Set-up checks includes checking:
crane components for wear
crane safety catch on hook
warning and flashing lights are operating
kinks in crane operating cable
passage for crane is clear
correct materials have been brought to creel racks on pallets that are sealed and dry
steel wire for conformity to specifications
all components are clean of dirt, oil and other contaminants.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
broken wire
moving wire spools
moving equipment (such as spools/creel components)
manual handling hazards.
Completing set-up
Completing set-up includes:
loading top rack with wire fed from bottom of spool.
pulling wires through eyelet boards at front of creel
placing poly between creel and organiser where wire will cross floor
crimping wire using hydraulic crimping press (one to one or doubled).
Parking crane
Parking crane includes ensuring it:
is in position to avoid blocking work area / walk ways
has crane hook raised in line with OHS procedures.
Problems
'Respond to routine problems' means 'apply known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems'. Typical process problems may include:
equipment malfunction
variations in process conditions such as speed
variations in materials or contamination of materials.
Appropriate action for non-routine problems may be reporting to designated person or other action specified in the procedures.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist