This unit applies the operation of finishing equipment.

Laundry or operating procedures can relate to:

manual handling techniques

machine operation

procedure for coding and rewash

reporting procedures for faults, safety checks, etc.

classification of products (code, number, tying, wrapping, customer)

Procedures may relate to:

machines manual over-riding technology application

identification of faults

manual handling for loading and unloading machines

safe use of machines

quality control requirements

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under direct supervision.

This unit is applied according to OHS and workplace practices of the enterprise, which may include:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recycling

This unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising of resources and machinery for the required work, as well as applying skills and knowledge of machines and equipment to ensure production outcomes are met for finishing operations. This unit also requires an ability to interpret schedules and determine finishing requirements and recognise and act on faults or quality inconsistencies.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Operate finishing equipment

1.1 Procedures for checking, start up and stopping of finishing equipment are performed

1.2 Safety requirements related to machine overrides and protective clothing are followed

1.3 Schedules are followed or checked to ensure workplace requirements are met

1.4 Product is classified and sorted according to finishing and rework requirements

1.5 Products are prepared for finishing in accordance with product requirements

1.6 Product is fed into finishing equipment manually or by use of proper aids

1.7 Machines are monitored and adjusted in accordance with specified procedures and consistent with operators' skill level

1.8 Operating faults are identified and reported

2 Inspect product

2.1 Products are inspected for conformance to quality standards

2.2 Products not meeting quality standards are rejected or returned for rework

2.3 Damaged or torn products are identified for repair or return

2.4 Rewash, repair or condemned product in deposited in appropriate container

2.5 Records are completed

3 Prepare finished products for despatch

3.1 Product is folded to meet workplace requirements

3.2 Products are classified

3.3 Storage equipment is checked before products are packed

3.4 Products are stored for distribution in allocated area

3.5 Finished product records are accurately maintained

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level

Demonstrates knowledge of:

machine operation, program selection, and monitoring procedures

level of operator responsibility for equipment maintenance and monitoring

safety and environmental aspects related to workplace and machine and equipment operation and manual handling, including consumable or hazardous materials

workplace practices

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

practices for recording and reporting

Demonstrates skills to:

determine load sizes

use machines and related equipment

classify and sort product

maintain quality requirements for each stage of the process

apply defined procedures

receive and transfer information

read, interpret, and follow information on work specifications , standard operating procedures and work instructions, and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check task-related information

carry out work according to OHS practices

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

interpret production schedules and work load priorities

operate finishing equipment

inspect product

finish and fold product

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

Finishing equipment may include:

pressing equipment, which may include:

roller or chest ironer

towel folder or team folder

tunnel finishers or steam tunnel

stacker or feeder

trouser topper

trouser legger

dolly

puffer

dry press

hand iron

hot head press

coat press

feeding equipment

single or multi roller iron

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise

Sector

Laundry Operations

This unit contains employability skills.