Application
This unit applies to the splitting of leather pieces using a splitting machine. Competency must be demonstrated in the use of one or more skiving or splitting machines and associated equipment. Leather pieces used will generally be single pieces and may include leather and synthetics. 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. The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, 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 work pieces and technology to ensue efficient and effective splitting of leather. This unit also requires and ability to problem solve and communicate operational faults. Self management and planning and organising skills are used to ensure work complies with workplace requirements. |
Prerequisites
Prerequisites |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Prepare work pieces | 1.1 Work bundle is received, checked and any follow up action assessed 1.2 Quality of received component parts is assessed 1.3 Work pieces are laid out in correct sequence in accordance with workplace procedures and specifications |
2 Set up machine | 2.1 Position self to achieve operator comfort and to minimise fatigue 2.2 Machines are cleaned and checked in accordance with OHS practices 2.3 Splitting machine, and associated equipment, is set up, started up, closed down and basic maintenance assessed following standards, operating procedures and safety requirements |
3 Perform machine operation | 3.1 Correct weights are determined using machine adjustments 3.2 Pieces are positioned on machine, as appropriate 3.3 Matrix pattern is placed on leather piece 3.4 Cut pieces are split to correct weights using machine adjustments 3.5 Weight gauges and micrometer are correctly used 3.6 Finished pieces are checked against specifications |
4 Identify poor machine performance | 4.1 The performance of the machine is regularly checked for signs of faulty operations and action taken |
5 Dispatch completed work | 5.1 Pieces are bundled, stacked, stored or dispatched 5.2 Production faults are recorded as required 5.3 Records are completed |
Required Skills
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Demonstrates knowledge of: procedures for operating splitting machine characteristics of a limited range of typical leathers and synthetics used in leather goods production safety and environmental aspects of relevant production and assembly processes workplace procedures OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures quality practices practices for recording and reporting |
Demonstrates skills to: apply defined procedures communicate effectively within the workplace read, interpret, and follow information on work specifications, standard operating procedures and work instructions, and other reference material maintain accurate records sequence operations meet specifications clarify and check task-related information carry out work according to OHS practices |
Evidence Required
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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Demonstrates skills and knowledge to: check work against ticket information and workplace standards prepare workstation and work prior to commencing operations set up splitting machine and associated equipment apply splitting machine operation techniques involving defined procedures check work against specifications apply workplace health and safety policies in work operations maintain accurate records 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 |
Context and specific resources for assessment | Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices. |
Guidance information for assessment | This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units. |
Range Statement
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. |
Operating procedures may include | use of weight gauges and micrometers |
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 |
Sectors
Sector | Leather Production |
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.