Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for wet cleaning
- Production schedule and work load priorities are correctly identified
- Machine and equipment loads are accurately determined by weight or classification
- Weighing machines are operated and size of load is determined by correctly reading indicator scales
- Wet cleaning schedules are followed for a given process or article
- Machine operator instructions are correctly followed
- Records are completed
- Workplace procedures and instruction are read and interpreted
- Operate wet cleaning machine
- Machine is loaded with correct weight for machine according to product classification manufacturers' specifications, workplace procedures and OHS practices
- Wet cleaning program is correctly determined for type of wash
- Water levels and temperature are correctly selected for load type
- Appropriate additives are correctly added to machine
- Machine is operated in accordance with operating instructions
- Additives and dosing system are prepared and monitored for correct operation and faults reported where appropriate
- Articles are unloaded using correct manual handling techniques where required
- Records are completed
- Knowledge of operating processes are applied to perform required tasks
- Monitor wet cleaning machine operation
- Sort and inspect articles