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ICPPR452C
Produce specialised relief printed product

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit requires the individual to operate a platen, cylinder or rotary printing machine to produce a specialised printed product that maintains product quality standards. Any production problems are anticipated and rectified with minimum downtime. The machine is correctly shut down and cleaned according to OHS guidelines.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to produce a specialised relief printed product that requires a certain amount of problem solving and experimentation with the substrate and press settings.

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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 ability to:

operate a platen, cylinder or rotary printing machine to produce a specialised printed product that maintains product quality standards. Any production problems are anticipated and rectified with minimum downtime. The machine is correctly shut down and cleaned according to OHS guidelines

demonstrate use of computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate

demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources

monitor production output and make necessary adjustments to maintain print quality on a relief printing machine whilst producing a specialised print on TWO occasions (if possible using different substrates and if possible including at least TWO in-line processes) according to job specifications, enterprise procedures and the Performance Criteria

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

platen, cylinder or rotary printing 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, for example:

ICPPR352C Produce complex relief printed product

ICPPR451C Set up for complex relief printing.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

OHS in relation to operating machinery such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning is started

communication of ideas and information by providing feedback to internal and external clients about printing processes and job specifications

collecting, analysing and organising information by interpreting machine feedback to ensure specialised product requirements are achieved

planning and organising activities by determining the most effective processes to produce a specialised printed product

teamwork when working with others to maintain the production process

mathematical ideas and techniques by calculating consumables and personnel requirements to meet production schedules

problem-solving skills by identifying print problems and correcting during print run to produce a specialised printed product

use of technology by using machinery to the full extent of its capacity to produce specialised printed product

Required knowledge

major OHS concerns when setting up the reel transportation system

reel wander cause

cause of the web to break at the unwind unit

a print fault that would result from the reel being run out of centre

possible faults in the unwind section that could cause a web break

OHS concerns that are there when operating the sheet transportation system

result of worn suckers at the feeder suction head

sheet detection types that are on this machine

amount of movement that the sheet should have when being registered by the side lay

cause of mis-register of the sheet at the feeder

visible signs of the sheet being registered in the feeder

gripper malfunction affect on the sheet control and transfer

adjustment of the sheet transfer mechanisms

cause of the feeder stack to become uneven

result of the feeder stack not being loaded level

rectifying the unevenness of the feeder stack

OHS risks that are associated with rewinding and sheeting

a safety feature that is in the delivery system if the web jams up

sheet cut-off wander

effect of poorly adjusted nip rollers when rewinding and sheeting

effect that machine speed will have on sheet delivery

advantage of spraying moving sheets with anti set off powder in the delivery

items in the delivery that could cause marking of the printed image

remedial steps that may be necessary to eliminate marking of the printed image

faults that could result from incorrectly set grippers in the transfer section of a machine

adjustments that are made to devices to maintain sheet control in the delivery

result if the plate lifts at the grip edge during a print run

effect on the printed product of a build-up of ink on the impression cylinder

cause of the ink to lie back in the duct

rectifying the problem of paper surface picking

cause of diminished impression during the print run

cause of the plate surface to prematurely wear during production

effect of eating or drinking near the machine when using UV inks

link between driers and set off and marking

causes of UV ink to dry

cause of the substrate blistering

effect of incorrect drying temperature on the finished product

effect of inadequate communication within the work team on a lithographic printing machine

safety features within the organisation that aid in maintaining effective production

ramifications if machine guards are removed and/or micro switches are disconnected on a machine

legally responsibility for the removal of machine guards and/or disconnection of micro switches

other measurement besides optimum solid ink density that can be measured to assess print quality

most accurate method of checking register during a production run

need to take immediate action when production problems are anticipated

action that is taken to eliminate further processing of unacceptable printed product

effect on a stack of paper if the relative humidity is increased in the press room

procedure to care for a newly delivered skid of paper to the press room

waste sorting

advantage of keeping reusable waste

industry standards that can be applied to enhance effective communication with the client

necessary procedures that the client should follow to "OK" a printed product

need to call service personnel to correct a machine problem?

enterprise procedures that are in place to report any machine operating problems

result if correct shutdown procedures were not followed

need for correct shutdown procedures that are conducted with fellow workers

advantages that result from proper labelling and storage of excess inks and materials

clear labelling of the printed product prior to removal from the press room

use of completed records in the final analysis of the job

benefits of comprehensive records when considering the production of future jobs

machine manuals, safety and other documentation that are relevant to this task and where they are kept and information that is included in these documents

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.

In-line processes may include:

minor processes that are integral to this competency can include basic in-line operations such as perforating, numbering, date coding, slitting that do not in themselves constitute another defined unit of competency. Where a major in-line process is defined as a separate competency (eg flat-bed cutting, folding) it should be assessed as such.

Inks/coatings may include:

range of inks commonly used in 3 or more colour printing, including standard and special colours.

Machines may include:

range of platen, cylinder and rotary machines with manual, semi-automated, fully automated or computerised process control.

Colour matching systems may include:

use of densitometers and spectrophotometry.

Design may include:

3 or more colours, complex graphics and text. Critical "tight" registration, fit and position, registration should be at least that required for four-colour process work.

Substrate types may include:

range of substrates within the major categories of paper, pressure sensitive material, board, plastics and related films, or metal.

Substrate handling may include:

wide and narrow reel, and large and small sheet handling systems.

Specialised may include:

specialised within this context relates to the set up and production of print runs that involve new products, or a new mix of substrates and inks that requires a certain amount of problem solving and experimentation with the substrate and press settings. The set up of equipment and production involves the development of new set up and production approaches based on solving technical problems arising from new product or equipment combinations.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Relief polymer forme or plate cylinder condition is monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure the quality of the specialised printed product meets the standard of the sample sheet 
Relief polymer impression surface condition is monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure the quality of specialised printed product meets the standard of sample sheet 
Relief polymer inking system is monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure quality of specialised printed product meets the standard of sample sheet 
Drying systems are monitored, evaluated and adjusted to ensure quality of specialised printed product meets the standard of approved proof 
Production process is operated in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule 
If required, in-line printing/converting/binding/finishing processes are monitored and adjusted to ensure quality of product meets the standard of the approved proof 
Production is maintained according to OHS requirements, manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures 
Manual and/or automatic control is used as required according to job specifications 
Performance is monitored and verified using the process control system according to enterprise procedures 
Ink performance, colour, register and position of print are monitored and adjusted throughout production run 
Production difficulties are anticipated and preventive action is taken to prevent occurrence by timely intervention 
Process adjustments to eliminate problems are reported according to enterprise procedures 
Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures 
Idiosyncrasies of machines are reviewed and adjustments or tuning undertaken to compensate or to exploit the idiosyncrasy, within manufacturer's specifications 
Options are assessed to determine most effective/efficient method of production, ensuring highest quality and yield from machinery 
A test run confirms correct options and settings or the need for further adjustment or tuning to meet quality standards 
Options and recommendations are documented for future reference according to enterprise procedures 
Instruction on new practices is provided to machine operator or finisher, if required 
Corrective or preventive action is recommended and implemented where appropriate 
Changes are communicated to relevant personnel in a logical and easily understood manner 
Changes are monitored to confirm improvement to production efficiency 
Ongoing problems are reported according to enterprise procedures 
Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise procedures 
Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with OHS requirements 
Unused ink is correctly labelled and stored according to manufacturer's/supplier's specifications and enterprise procedures 
Solid and liquid waste is removed from operating area and recycled or disposed of, where required, according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures 
All product is removed from operating area 
Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported, according to enterprise procedures 
Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations 

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