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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Identify requirements for packaging testing
   • Confirm work instructions and identify potential health and safety in the workplace hazards and controls with supervisor
   • Select, fit and use appropriate personal protective equipment
   • Identify key packaging equipment and recognise its function and operating principles
2. Prepare for testing
   • Receive and register samples and prepare for testing
   • Ensure that services are available and ready for use
   • Select, prepare and check test equipment and materials are available and ready for use according to testing procedures
   • Identify and report defects in samples, materials and test equipment
3. Perform on-line packaging tests
   • Carry out test method as directed
   • Use equipment and materials as directed
   • Read and interpret results according to testing procedures
   • Identify out-of-standard results and take appropriate action according to workplace procedures
   • Liaise with operators in other work areas to ensure ongoing packaging process runs efficiently and effectively
4. Complete on-line packaging tests
   • Dispose of waste generated according to workplace procedures
   • Clean, store and maintain test equipment according to test equipment instructions
   • Carry out work in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines
   • Record workplace information according to workplace procedures