Unit of competency Outline
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Operate press
Operate press
Unit of competency
National Code
MTMP3083B
MTMP3083B
State Code
W6726
W6726
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/08/2009
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
18/08/2009
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to operate a press (batch or continuous).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Perform start-up operation
- 1.1. Start-up operation is performed to manufacturer's and workplace requirements.
2. Monitor running of press
- 2.1. Flow of product is monitored.
- 2.2. Condition of press cake is monitored.
- 2.3. Build up of fines is monitored.
- 2.4. Fines are removed in accordance with workplace requirements.
- 2.5. Press is operated in accordance with work instructions.
- 2.6. Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements are identified and complied with.
3. Clean press and hood
- 3.1. Press and hood are cleaned regularly in accordance with workplace requirements.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1707 | MTMP3083A | Operate press | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8964 | MTMP3083C | Operate press | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W309 | MTM30407 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (Rendering) | Qualification |