Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up a production or packaging line for operation.
This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for line setup | 1.1 Confirm materials are available to meet production requirements 1.2 Confirm availability of tools, equipment and related accessories according to job requirements 1.3 Select and fit personal protective equipment according to job requirements 1.4 Identify processing parameters and settings for production or packaging according to workplace procedures |
2. Set-up the line for operation | 2.1 Identify and confirm cleaning and maintenance requirements 2.2 Inspect equipment according to workplace procedures 2.3 Enter processing or packaging parameters and select or adjust machine settings according to workplace procedures 2.4 Check and adjust equipment performance 2.5 Conduct pre-start checks, adjust equipment performance and confirm equipment is ready and safe to operate, notifying relevant personnel of completion 2.6 Complete line setup to match production or packaging schedule and operating requirements 2.7 Complete records according to workplace requirements |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Reading | Interpret workplace and standard operating procedures relevant to job role Interpret production requirements |
Numeracy | Interpret production and process control indicators and data |
Sectors
Operational (OPR)