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.
A knowledge of organisation procedures, relevant regulatory requirements and the ability to implement them within appropriate time constraints and work standards.
Application of the knowledge of managing risks using the hierarchy of controls applied to the recycle wash process. Application of approved hazard control and safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials, equipment operation and cleanup.
Knowledge of and skills in the operation of recycle wash equipment and its main components sufficient for consistent production of quality products including:
impact of incorrect or faulty materials
focus of operation of work systems and equipment
hazards of the materials and process and appropriate hazard control procedures
accurately monitor equipment operation
identify factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies
explain the effect of unauthorised or emergency shutdown in relation to safety and production requirements.
Competence also includes the ability to:
plan own work, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
identify when the operator is able to rectify problems, 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 recycle wash process.
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 all work environments and sectors within the plastics industry. It includes the operation of all relevant ancillary equipment.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures include 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 carts and trolleys and other manual handling aids
knives and basic hand tools required for opening of material packaging
hoists/lifting equipment not requiring any special permits or licences
bung spanners and similar
relevant personal protective equipment.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
spills
hazardous materials
moving equipment
manual handling hazards.
Problems
'Respond to routine problems' means 'apply known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems'. Typical process and product problems may include:
equipment malfunction
variations in materials or contamination of materials.
incorrect raw materials/additives
incorrect quantity of materials/additives.
Appropriate action for non-routine problems may be reporting to designated person or other action specified in procedures.
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