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Set up for complex relief printing

Set up for complex relief printing

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPRN451
State Code
AUO93
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up reel - sheet-fed platen, cylinder or rotary printing machines for non-routine relief printing jobs.It applies to skilled individuals working as a print machinist in the printing and graphic arts industry who may prepare material, setup, monitor and operate equipment and machinery, analyse and evaluate information applying solutions to a defined range of problems and who may also provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm non-routine 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 with minimum waste
  • 1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked
2. Set up delivery systems
  • 2.1 Delivery systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
  • 2.2 Substrate is added to and removed from process according to job specifications
3. Select and prepare inks and additives
  • 3.1 Inks, dyes or additives are selected according to job specifications and end-user requirements
  • 3.2 Quality and suitability of inks, dyes or additives are checked and appropriate action is taken
  • 3.3 Inks, dyes and additives are prepared according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, and manufacturer’s/supplier’s instructions with suitable precautions to minimise waste
  • 3.4 Correct colour and weight/volume of ink are mixed and prepared to match the requirements of the printing process and job specifications
  • 3.5 Formulation of the ink, colour match and the approved colour are appropriately recorded
  • 3.6 Inks, dyes and additives are appropriately labelled, handled and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s instructions to prevent damage and hazards to personnel and prolong shelf life
4. Set up machine for complex relief printing
  • 4.1 Appropriate relief plates are selected and secured to the machine
  • 4.2 Relief polymer plates/forme are set up and adjusted according to job specifications (platen)
  • 4.3 Relief polymer cylinders are set up and adjusted according to job specifications (platen)
  • 4.4 Impression is set up and adjusted according to job specifications (platen and rotary)
  • 4.5 Inking system is set up and adjusted according to the relief process and job specifications (platen and rotary)
  • 4.6 Drying system is set up and adjusted according to job specifications
5. Conduct proof run
  • 5.1 Material to be used for proof is organised correctly
  • 5.2 Machine is operated according to manufacturer’s and enterprise procedures to produce a specified proof
  • 5.3 Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing organised according to enterprise procedures
  • 5.4 Production does not commence without client or relevant authority approval where appropriate
  • 5.5 Results are interpreted and adjustment changes are carried out according to product and machine specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3198 ICPPR451C Set up for complex relief printing Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBQ13 ICPPRN4510 Set up for complex relief printing Unit of competency