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Set up and monitor in-line printing operations

Set up and monitor in-line printing operations

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPR493C
State Code
D3205
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
10/09/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to set up and monitor in-line printing operations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm job specifications
  • 1.1. Job requirements are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system
  • 1.2. Set up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time and with minimum wastage
  • 1.3. Availability of all job related components is checked
2. Set up machine for in-line operation
  • 2.1. Substrate transportation system is set up according to job specifications
  • 2.2. Set off/marking prevention devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 2.3. Appropriate image carrier/cutting device is selected and secured to the unit
  • 2.4. Impression is adjusted and set according to job specifications
  • 2.5. Image transfer or inking devices are adjusted and set according to job specifications
3. Conduct proof run
  • 3.1. Material to be used for proof is organised correctly
  • 3.2. Machine is operated according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures to produce a specific proof
  • 3.3. Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures
  • 3.4. Production does not commence without client approval or authority where appropriate
  • 3.5. Results are interpreted and adjustments made according to product and machine specifications
4. Maintain and monitor production process
  • 4.1. Production process is operated and monitored in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule
  • 4.2. Product is monitored and minor adjustments are made to ensure quality of output is maintained
  • 4.3. Major adjustments to process are identified and reported to designated personnel according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.4. Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.5. Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures
5. Conduct shutdown of production process
  • 5.1. Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 5.2. Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with OHS requirements
  • 5.3. Unused ink/coating, if used in process, is correctly labelled and stored according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 5.4. All product is removed from operating area
  • 5.5. Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures
  • 5.6. Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations
6. Clean and wash up
  • 6.1. Cylinders, image carriers/cutting devices and roller surfaces are cleaned ready for next run
  • 6.2. Image carriers/cutting devices are removed and stored according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 6.3. Inking system and additional units are washed up ready for next run
  • 6.4. Liquid waste is disposed of according to enterprise procedures and regulatory requirements
  • 6.5. In-line units are cleaned ready for next run
  • 6.6. Substrate feed, transportation and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run
  • 6.7. Production records or other documentation are accurately completed where required by enterprise procedures
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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Substrate may include:
range of substrates within the major categories of paper, pressure sensitive material, board, corrugated board, plastics and related films or metal.
Image carrier may include:
a device where the selected areas and surface are prepared in such a way as to transfer ink or image to the substrate.
Machines may include:
range of stack, in-line configuration and central impression printing machines with manual, semi-automated, fully automated or computerised process control. Machines can incorporate one or more in-line process operations in addition to the conventional printing processes.
Additional units may include:
includes any ancillary unit that is used in the production of the printed product eg dampening units, ink pumps, tanks and hoses.
In-line processes may include:
processes that are integral to this competency may include in-line operations such as:
numbering
perforating
slitting
embossing
cutting and creasing
thermal transfer
scoring/top cutting
die cutting/stripping
gluing
sprocket hole punching
over printing
ink jet.
Design may include:
the in-line process or operation forms an integral part of the product being produced and would enhance, give a specific shape or provide additional features to the work. The combination of print intricacy and in-line features would be considered to be complex.
Substrate handling may include:
wide and narrow reel- and sheet-fed systems.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
set up and monitor in-line printing operations that would tend to be complex in nature and incorporated into other printing processes
set up and monitor one or more in-line processes on TWO occasions according to job specifications, enterprise procedures and the Performance Criteria
evidence for assessment can be gathered from a combination of activities of a number of units of competency.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment
reel or sheet-fed machine that incorporates an in-line process or operation described in the Range Statement.

Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0458 ICPPR493B Set up and monitor in-line printing operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUP18 ICPPRN493 Set up and monitor in-line printing operations Unit of competency