Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare the equipment and process for operation
- Raw materials are confirmed and available to meet production requirements
- Cleaning and maintenance requirements and status are identified and confirmed
- Machine components and related attachments are fitted and adjusted to meet operating requirements
- Equipment performance is checked and adjusted as required
- Pre-start checks are carried out as required by workplace requirements
- Operate and monitor the washing and drying process
- The process is started and operated according to workplace procedures
- Raw materials are inspected and washed to meet workplace specifications
- Washed materials are transferred to drying stage
- Materials are dried to specification
- Variation in equipment operation is identified and maintenance requirements are reported according to workplace reporting requirements
- Out-of-specification product/process outcomes are identified, rectified and/or reported to maintain the process within specification
- The work area is maintained according to housekeeping standards
- Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines
- Workplace records are maintained according to workplace recording requirements
- Shut down the washing and drying process