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Plan and implement production within a work area

Plan and implement production within a work area

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTGN4005A
State Code
W7324
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
030105 - Textile Making
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to plan and implement production within a work team within a textiles, clothing or footwear (TCF) industry workplace.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine production requirements
  • 1.1 Projected quantity and quality requirements, standard times and production capacities are identified
  • 1.2 Production process and material handling options are identified
  • 1.3 Resources required for the project or production order are established
2 Prioritise work
  • 2.1 Work is prioritised taking into account production demands, customer requests and requirements and efficiency standards of the workplace
3 Sequence production
  • 3.1 Steps required for the process are identified ensuring most efficient use of resources
  • 3.2 Documentation is prepared in accordance with workplace practices
4 Organise team and resources
  • 4.1 Work team is selected and organised in accordance with workplace practices
  • 4.2 Facility, equipment and material and resources required for the production process are identified and organised in accordance with the production schedule and OHS practices
5 Implement and monitor work flow
  • 5.1 Work flow is monitored to ensure production schedule is maintained
  • 5.2 Methods are implemented to ensure that work is directed to each work area or location as required, and potential congestion areas are identified
  • 5.3 Troubleshooting occurs on a regular basis in response to breakdowns, absenteeism and other factors
6 Implement variations to production plan
  • 6.1 Systematic implementation of variations to the production plan are coordinated to ensure production meets the schedule and specifications
  • 6.2 Work is re-allocated in accordance with production priorities, where required
  • 6.3 Inefficiencies are identified and dealt with in accordance with workplace production practices
  • 6.4 Team or individual responsibilities are defined and communicated
7 Maintain records
  • 7.1 Records are maintained and reports prepared, where necessary, in accordance with workplace 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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Production planning may relate to:
establishing an overall plan for manufacture/product delivery
repetitive production runs
short runs
quick changes
a diversity of styles
indent orders
stock services replenishment
Production process may include:
JIT
VAM
quick response
quality circles
team processes
benchmarking
Product schedule may include:
plant layout and machine involvement and personnel required for particular operations
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Employability Skills Statement, Elements and Performance Criteria, Range Statement and Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
establish production requirements
prioritise work
select and organise work team
ensure efficiency of production schedule
deal with inefficiencies
apply OHS practices in production operations
maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent Assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
E1435 LMTPRGN01A Plan and implement production within a work team Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV84 MSTGN4005 Plan and implement production within a work area Unit of competency