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Perform creel rack operations for belting production

Perform creel rack operations for belting production

Unit of competency
National Code
PMBPROD238E
State Code
ODB54
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/02/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/05/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/05/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate creel racks in the production of steel cord conveyor belts. This unit applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team.The unit principally refers to creel rack operations as a key part of the production line for steel-cord-reinforced synthetic rubber belting.No licensing or certification requirements exist as the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Set up and load creel racks
  • 1.1 Perform set-up checks including verifying wire sequence to support operation
  • 1.2 Load spools onto creel racks and complete required set-up actions in readiness for operation
  • 1.3 Perform housekeeping tasks to prepare for work to be undertaken
  • 1.4 Perform pre-operational checks including checking for and acting on hazards
2. Maintain continuous flow of cord during production
  • 2.1 Replace broken cord as required to support ongoing operation
  • 2.2 Reload creel racks with spools as required to support ongoing operation
  • 2.3 Crimp/join cord as required to support ongoing operation
3. Complete operations
  • 3.1 Dispatch empty spools according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Clean work area and apply waste management strategies according to workplace procedures
4. Respond to process control variances
  • 4.1 Recognise and log process control variances and their causes
  • 4.2 Determine, prioritise and implement remedial and preventative actions based on identified issues and causes
  • 4.3 Accurately maintain records and logbooks
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAJ23 PMBPROD238 Perform creel rack operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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