Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Determine job requirements

1.1

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)

1.2

Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times

1.3

Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs

1.4

Identify job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions

2

Prepare and pack mould frame

2.1

Select mould frame and rubber for style of master and job requirements

2.2

Prepare rubber and pack mould frame

3

Cure rubber and release mould

3.1

Select appropriate curing system

3.2

Cure, cool and remove assembled mould

3.3

Select tools and procedures for the release of the master pattern

3.4

Release master pattern

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Mould frame includes one (1) or more of the following:

solid systems

component systems

Rubber includes one (1) or more of the following:

silicon

natural rubber

Curing system includes one (1) or more of the following:

vulcaniser

room temperature vulcaniser (RTV)

standard heat and pressure combinations

Tools include one (1) or more of the following:

scalpel

vice