Elements and Performance Criteria
- Select and prepare an indent cylinder seed processing machine for use
- An indent shell or cylinder is selected and prepared to job requirements and confirmed against work plan.
- Routine pre-operational checks of the machine are completed to manufacturers' specifications and enterprise requirements.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards in the workplace are recognised, risk assessed and minimised according to enterprise requirements.
- Operate an indent cylinder seed processing machine
- The indent cylinder machine is operated in a safe and controlled manner and monitored for performance and efficiency.
- Risks to self, others and the environment are anticipated and minimisation strategies implemented accordingly.
- Suitable personal protective clothing and equipment is selected, used, maintained and stored according to OHS requirements.
- Environmental implications associated with machinery operation are identified, assessed and reported to the supervisor.
- Complete and report on seed cleaning machinery operation
- Shut-down procedures for the machine are completed to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise requirements.
- Operational records are completed and maintained according to enterprise requirements.
- Malfunctions, faults, observation of irregular performance and damage to the machine are detailed and reported according to enterprise requirements.
- The machine is cleaned and the shells or cylinder are stored according to OHS and enterprise requirements.