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Set up and produce hand-fastened product

Set up and produce hand-fastened product

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCF263C
State Code
D3036
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
09/09/2014
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
09/09/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to set up and produce hand-fastened product.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for job
  • 1.1. Job specifications are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system
  • 1.2. Set-up is carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage
  • 1.3. Availability of all job related components is checked
  • 1.4. Fastening system is set up and adjusted according to job specifications
2. Conduct sample run
  • 2.1. Raw material to be used for sample is organised correctly
  • 2.2. Equipment is set up and operated to produce a specified sample according to OHS requirements, manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 2.3. Sample is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures
  • 2.4. Results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements
  • 2.5. Adjustment changes are carried out according to product and equipment specifications
3. Maintain basic fastening (adhesive/ mechanical) process (OR Element 4)
  • 3.1. Registration of fastening is monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of product meets the standard of the approved sample
  • 3.2. Wire straightness, length, cut-off and clinching pressures are monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of product meets the standard of the approved sample OR
  • 3.3. Adhesion is monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of product meets the standard of the approved sample
4. Maintain hand sewing process (OR Element 3)
  • 4.1. Appropriate sewing supports are selected and spaced according to job specifications
  • 4.2. Consistent thread tension is maintained during sewing
  • 4.3. Sections are aligned at the head
  • 4.4. Swelling is monitored and controlled
5. Maintain production process
  • 5.1. Production process is operated in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule
  • 5.2. Production is maintained according to OHS requirements, manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 5.3. Performance is monitored and verified using the process control system according to enterprise procedures
  • 5.4. Production difficulties are anticipated and preventive action is taken to prevent occurrence by timely intervention
  • 5.5. Process adjustments to eliminate problems are reported according to enterprise procedures
  • 5.6. Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
  • 5.7. Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures
6. Identify and rectify problems and faults
  • 6.1. Problems in fastening (adhesive/mechanical) equipment are identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
  • 6.2. Adjustments or corrections are carried out according to specified procedures and are consistent with operator's skill level
  • 6.3. Fastening (adhesive/mechanical) equipment operation is checked to ensure correct operation
7. Clean fastening equipment
  • 7.1. Mechanical fastening unit is disengaged and cleaned ready for next run OR
  • 7.2. Glue system is washed up ready for next run, and liquid waste is disposed of according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
  • 7.3. Substrate waste is removed from operating area and recycled or disposed of, where required, according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
  • 7.4. Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures
  • 7.5. Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations
  • 7.6. 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.
Fastening process may include:
adhesive fastening such as:
cold and hot melt gluing
taping
mechanical fastening such as wire stitching, velo, comb and wire binding
hand section sewing.
Fastening units may include:
a range of manually operated equipment.
Substrate types may include:
range of substrates within the major categories of paper, pressure sensitive material, board, corrugated board, plastics and related films, or metal.
Substrate handling may include:
manual handling of large or small sheets.
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 following is essential:
Correctly set up and produce hand-fastened products according to job specifications and within the production timeframe
Demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources
Demonstrate all safety devices on the machine
Competency must be demonstrated in TWO areas of: adhesive/thermal (drawn on cover or heated binding tape application), mechanical (wire stitcher or heavy duty stapler including saddle and flat stitching), hand sewing (single and multi-section books)
For each area set up equipment and produce TWO basic hand-fastened products of different thickness and spine length to demonstrate equipment adjustment, according to manufacturer's and job specifications, enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria.

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
Assessment off the job must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.

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, for example:
ICPCF220C Produce basic converted or finished product.
Depending on the configuration of equipment and types of jobs, virtually any other converting, binding and finishing set up unit can be assessed at the same time.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0299 ICPCF263B Set up and produce hand-fastened product Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUO59 ICPCBF263 Set up and produce hand-fastened product Unit of competency