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Set up, adjust and monitor a machine for TCF production

Set up, adjust and monitor a machine for TCF production

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTTX3011
State Code
BAU14
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to set up, adjust and monitor machines used in a textile enterprise. It includes set up for production and the conduct of sample runs, problem solving, repair and preventative maintenance. This unit of competency applies to the operation of one or more machines and the repair, adjustment, maintenance and testing of the machine/s to ensure efficient working order. Discretion and judgement may be required, for both self and others, in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes. The application of the unit and the evidence requirements may focus on one or more industry sectors or workplace contexts and will be determined by operational conditions and production requirements.This unit does not cover all repair and adjustment functions associated with the machine operation. Skills not covered by this unit include repairs or adjustments associated with general engineering (fitting), electrical and electronic systems, and fluid power systems, according to the nature of the set up, repair or adjustment, and the workplace practices of a particular enterprise. Work may be conducted in a variety of environments, such as operational workplace activities, restricted space, hazardous, controlled or exposed conditions.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
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, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare to set up, adjust and maintain machines
  • 2.1 Interpret specifications and production requirements to determine required machine settings for textile product
  • 2.2 Interpret, reference and apply documentation relating to machine settings, operation and maintenance, according to the needs of the task
  • 2.3 Select, prepare and use tools appropriate for the machine and task to set up machine for operation
  • 2.4 Set up machine according to required specifications for operation or product change, including fixing required attachments and operation run at optimum quality and efficiency levels
  • 2.5 Identify and undertake preliminary operations, as required, and follow required procedures to prepare materials and equipment
  • 2.6 Instruct machine operators of any special operating requirements
3 Test machine settings
  • 3.1 Start, operate, stop, re-start and monitor machine operations in accordance with manufacturer requirements to produce textile material or product
  • 3.2 Operate machine in accordance with manufacturer and workplace instructions to test settings against specifications and operational standards
  • 3.3 Examine textile materials, fibres, yarn, product or sample to identify required adjustments to machine settings or pattern specifications
  • 3.4 Conduct or organise quality tests as required to ensure optimal production outcomes are achieved
  • 3.5 Identify and document required adjustments, and adjust machine settings accordingly
4 Diagnose problems
  • 4.1 Monitor machine operation to assess operational efficiency and safe operation in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Communicate with operator to identify the nature and extent of machine or faults
  • 4.3 Assess product to identify faults, and examine textile product to assess possible impact on operational problems
  • 4.4 Identify and analyse problems and faults to determine root cause
  • 4.5 Establish fault diagnosis and determine strategy for repair, including replacement of yarn or parts, or refer to relevant personnel
5 Operate machine and communicate outcomes
  • 5.1 Return machine to optimal performance through repair of faulty operation or replacement of fibres, yarn or machine parts
  • 5.2 Test machine and produce sample to ensure problems have been fixed
  • 5.3 Set machine to run at optimum quality and efficiency levels to produce required quantity and quality of product
  • 5.4 Set electronic process monitoring safely and to correct functions, as required
  • 5.5 Maintain records and prepare reports, where necessary
  • 5.6 Document adjustments to machines and patterns and communicate to appropriate personnel
  • 5.7 Document operational instructions
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