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 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.
Knowledge of and skills in the operation of film conversion equipment and main components sufficient for consistent production of quality products including:
sealing pressure
sealing temperature
sealing time
production workflow sequences and materials demand
reasons for checking process control panels and reporting readings which do not conform to the work instructions
approved hazard control and safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials
equipment operation and cleanup
potential effects of variations in raw materials and equipment operation in relation to quality of product
waste management and importance of reusing non-conforming products wherever possible
correct selection and use of equipment, materials, processes and procedures
plan own work, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
monitor equipment operation and product quality
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 film converting process
identify factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies
use PPE, safely handle products and materials, read relevant safety information and apply safety precautions appropriate to the task
pause or shut down equipment in abnormal circumstances
explain the effect of unauthorised or emergency shutdown in relation to safety and production requirements
distinguish between possible causes of routine conversion faults such as incorrect materials; contaminated materials; equipment faults; seal bar damage; machine failure.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
This unit requires the ability to read and interpret typical product specifications, job sheets, procedures, material labels and safety information as provided to operators.
Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms.
Basic numeracy is required, eg to determine that two 25 kg bags are needed to make up a requirement for 50 kg.
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 operators working either independently or as part of a work team.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures means 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:
hand tools used in the film conversion process
material loading equipment used for loading of raw materials
relevant personal protective equipment.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
cut hazards
nip hazards
compressed air
vapours
slip and fall
temperature
hazardous substances
moving equipment
manual handling hazards.
Problems
Respond to/rectify 'non-routine problems' means 'apply known solutions to a variety of predictable problems'. Typical process and product problems may include:
equipment malfunction
registration
blocking
seal bar temperature or wear/damage.
contamination
seal appearance
seal strength
bag dimensions
variations in materials and/or contamination of materials.
Variables
Key variables to be monitored include:
machine cycle times
temperature variations
guillotine settings
product dimensions
moisture content
permeability.
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