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ICPCF407C
Operate a smart card machine and pack product

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit requires the individual to operate a smart card machine and produce cards. The individual will monitor production for problems and to ensure quality. The operator will correctly pack cards at the end of the process and clear the machine of materials and wastage.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to operate a smart card machine and pack product.

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Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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:

operate a smart card machine and produce cards according to job specifications and within the production timeframe

demonstrate all safety devices on the machine

operate a smart card machine and produce cards over two different jobs

evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity.

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

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

access to a smart card printing and encoding machine.

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

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

OHS when ensuring that the work area is safe and ready for production according to safety requirements

communication skills when recording details of production wastage

planning and organising when coding and checking chips before operating the printer unit

teamwork when maintaining the production process in association with other staff

applying mathematical ideas and techniques when monitoring the rate of machine output

using technology when operating a smart card machine

problem solving by monitoring the efficiency, quality and output rate of the production run and resolving any problems as they arise

Required knowledge

operation of the card printing unit

operation of the card encoding unit

production quality requirements

waste disposal procedures

smart card technology

correct material handling procedures

principles of printing and ink usage

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.

Correct materials may include:

glues, papers, coated and uncoated, pre-printed.

Job specifications may include:

job sheets, batch processing orders, job specs.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
All details required for the job are checked and confirmed against job specifications 
The supply of materials throughout the run is maintained 
Machine is run at optimum speed for maintaining quality outputs 
Samples from the machine are selected and checked to ensure they conform to job specifications 
Machines are adjusted to maintain quality of outputs 
Correct procedures for the removal of waste are followed according to enterprise procedures 
Samples are continuously monitored for defects and defects are removed 
The efficiency, quality and output rate of the production run are monitored for problems and any deficiencies resolved 
Milled cavities are checked to ensure the right cavity depth for the chips 
Die cuts are correct and meet quality standards 
The correct amount of glue is applied by the dispensing station 
The chips are correctly inserted into the cavity by the implanting module 
Print quality meets the standards in the job specifications or sample 
Encoder settings are correct and conform to job specifications 
Tester settings are correct and conform to job specifications 
The details of any cards needing to be remade are entered into computer console 
Ink and solvent levels are monitored and filled when required and stock levels are recorded according to enterprise procedures 
Quality of inkjet is monitored to ensure it conforms to job specifications 
Chemicals are handled according to OHS requirements 
Drying is checked as sufficient to key ink to the substrate 
Faults that affect the quality of the cards are identified and rectified 
Problems that reduce the rate of output are identified and fixed 
Faults that affect the efficient operation of equipment are identified and resolved 
Cards are unloaded according to OHS requirements, manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures 
Reconciliation and final quality check are documented 
Cards are prepared (stacked, wrapped and labelled) for next process according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures 
Wastage is recorded and disposed of according to enterprise procedures 
Dispensing needle is moved to the safety position and solvent is checked to ensure coverage of the needle 
Inkjet is cleaned and shutdown according to manufacturer's specifications 
The encoding computer is shut down in the correct manner to ensure no loss of data 
The milling vacuum is emptied and cleaned 
The machine and work area are cleaned according to enterprise procedures 
The air supply is turned off 
Waste chemicals are handled and disposed of according to OHS requirements 

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