Assessor Resource

ICPPRN493
Set up and monitor in-line printing operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up and monitor either a reel- or sheet-fed machine

It applies to individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge of in-line printing operations and who are responsible for digital production workflow.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Confirm job specifications

1.1 Job requirements are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system

1.2 Set up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time and with minimum wastage

1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked

2. Set up machine for in-line operation

2.1 Substrate transportation system is set up according to job specifications

2.2 Set off / marking prevention devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications

2.3 Appropriate image carrier/cutting device is selected and secured to the unit

2.4 Impression is adjusted and set according to job specifications

2.5 Image transfer or inking devices are adjusted and set according to job specifications

3. Conduct proof run

3.1 Material to be used for proof is organised correctly

3.2 Machine is operated according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures to produce a specific proof

3.3 Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures

3.4 Production does not commence without client approval or authority where appropriate

3.5 Results are interpreted and adjustments made according to product and machine specifications

4. Maintain and monitor production process

4.1 Production process is operated and monitored in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule

4.2 Product is monitored and minor adjustments made to ensure quality of output is maintained

4.3 Major adjustments to process are identified and reported to designated personnel according to enterprise procedures

4.4 Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures

4.5 Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures

5. Conduct shutdown of production process

5.1 Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

5.2 Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with work health and safety (WHS) requirements

5.3 Unused ink/coating, if used in process, is correctly labelled and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures

5.4 All product is removed from operating area

5.5 Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures

5.6 Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations

6. Clean and wash up

6.1 Cylinders, image carriers/cutting devices and roller surfaces are cleaned ready for next run

6.2 Image carriers/cutting devices are removed and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures

6.3 Inking system and additional units are washed ready for next run

6.4 Liquid waste is disposed of according to enterprise procedures and regulatory requirements

6.5 In-line units are cleaned ready for next run

6.6 Substrate feed, transportation and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run

6.7 Production records or other documentation are accurately completed where required by enterprise procedures

Evidence of the ability to:

set up and monitor in-line printing operations that tend to be complex in nature and incorporated into other printing processes

set up and monitor one or more in-line processes on TWO occasions according to job specifications, enterprise procedures and performance criteria.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify important information from the job ticket

explain what to do if vital information is missing from the job ticket

describe devices to control the substrate in the in-line unit

list problems typically caused by an incorrectly set transportation section

discuss any work health and safety (WHS) concerns of setting up the in-line unit

identify what other parts of the machine need to be set up prior to the in-line unit

name parts of the in-line unit responsible for position

outline precautions to be observed when setting the impression

list checks to perform after a proof run on any in-line operation or process

name the person to notify if there is a problem with any aspect of the job during make ready

describe methods used to minimise waste during make ready

describe signs of wear of the image carrier

describe how printed material should be marked by the operator if it is below acceptable standard

list print faults the operator identifies during the print run

describe how frequently product quality should be assessed

list WHS requirements to be observed during machine shutdown

discuss what areas of the in-line unit may require repair

explain how to determine workflow of the product

name the person responsible for the repair of the machine

outline procedures to be observed when storing image carriers or cutting devices

discuss WHS concerns of storing cutting devices

discuss procedures for disposal of liquid waste

describe specific components of the in-line unit to be cleaned thoroughly

discuss the effect on machine production if components are not cleaned thoroughly following print run

outline what can happen if production information is not completed on the job ticket

identify records to be completed in the event of a reprint or repeat print run.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the printing field of work and include access to:

special purpose tools, equipment and materials

reel or sheet-fed machine.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Confirm job specifications

1.1 Job requirements are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system

1.2 Set up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time and with minimum wastage

1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked

2. Set up machine for in-line operation

2.1 Substrate transportation system is set up according to job specifications

2.2 Set off / marking prevention devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications

2.3 Appropriate image carrier/cutting device is selected and secured to the unit

2.4 Impression is adjusted and set according to job specifications

2.5 Image transfer or inking devices are adjusted and set according to job specifications

3. Conduct proof run

3.1 Material to be used for proof is organised correctly

3.2 Machine is operated according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures to produce a specific proof

3.3 Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures

3.4 Production does not commence without client approval or authority where appropriate

3.5 Results are interpreted and adjustments made according to product and machine specifications

4. Maintain and monitor production process

4.1 Production process is operated and monitored in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule

4.2 Product is monitored and minor adjustments made to ensure quality of output is maintained

4.3 Major adjustments to process are identified and reported to designated personnel according to enterprise procedures

4.4 Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures

4.5 Waste is sorted according to enterprise procedures

5. Conduct shutdown of production process

5.1 Correct shutdown sequence is followed according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures

5.2 Shutdown is conducted in association with fellow workers and in compliance with work health and safety (WHS) requirements

5.3 Unused ink/coating, if used in process, is correctly labelled and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures

5.4 All product is removed from operating area

5.5 Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures

5.6 Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations

6. Clean and wash up

6.1 Cylinders, image carriers/cutting devices and roller surfaces are cleaned ready for next run

6.2 Image carriers/cutting devices are removed and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures

6.3 Inking system and additional units are washed ready for next run

6.4 Liquid waste is disposed of according to enterprise procedures and regulatory requirements

6.5 In-line units are cleaned ready for next run

6.6 Substrate feed, transportation and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run

6.7 Production records or other documentation are accurately completed where required by enterprise procedures

Evidence of the ability to:

set up and monitor in-line printing operations that tend to be complex in nature and incorporated into other printing processes

set up and monitor one or more in-line processes on TWO occasions according to job specifications, enterprise procedures and performance criteria.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

identify important information from the job ticket

explain what to do if vital information is missing from the job ticket

describe devices to control the substrate in the in-line unit

list problems typically caused by an incorrectly set transportation section

discuss any work health and safety (WHS) concerns of setting up the in-line unit

identify what other parts of the machine need to be set up prior to the in-line unit

name parts of the in-line unit responsible for position

outline precautions to be observed when setting the impression

list checks to perform after a proof run on any in-line operation or process

name the person to notify if there is a problem with any aspect of the job during make ready

describe methods used to minimise waste during make ready

describe signs of wear of the image carrier

describe how printed material should be marked by the operator if it is below acceptable standard

list print faults the operator identifies during the print run

describe how frequently product quality should be assessed

list WHS requirements to be observed during machine shutdown

discuss what areas of the in-line unit may require repair

explain how to determine workflow of the product

name the person responsible for the repair of the machine

outline procedures to be observed when storing image carriers or cutting devices

discuss WHS concerns of storing cutting devices

discuss procedures for disposal of liquid waste

describe specific components of the in-line unit to be cleaned thoroughly

discuss the effect on machine production if components are not cleaned thoroughly following print run

outline what can happen if production information is not completed on the job ticket

identify records to be completed in the event of a reprint or repeat print run.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the printing field of work and include access to:

special purpose tools, equipment and materials

reel or sheet-fed machine.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

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
Job requirements are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system 
Set up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time and with minimum wastage 
Availability of all job related components is checked 
Substrate transportation system is set up according to job specifications 
Set off / marking prevention devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 
Appropriate image carrier/cutting device is selected and secured to the unit 
Impression is adjusted and set according to job specifications 
Image transfer or inking devices are adjusted and set according to job specifications 
Material to be used for proof is organised correctly 
Machine is operated according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures to produce a specific proof 
Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures 
Production does not commence without client approval or authority where appropriate 
Results are interpreted and adjustments made according to product and machine specifications 
Production process is operated and monitored in association with fellow workers and according to enterprise procedures and planned daily schedule 
Product is monitored and minor adjustments made to ensure quality of output is maintained 
Major adjustments to process are identified and reported to designated personnel according to enterprise procedures 
Faulty performance of equipment is identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures 
Waste is sorted 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 work health and safety (WHS) requirements 
Unused ink/coating, if used in process, is correctly labelled and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures 
All product is removed from operating area 
Machine faults requiring repair are identified and reported to designated person according to enterprise procedures 
Repair/adjustment is verified prior to resumption of operations 
Cylinders, image carriers/cutting devices and roller surfaces are cleaned ready for next run 
Image carriers/cutting devices are removed and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s specifications and enterprise procedures 
Inking system and additional units are washed ready for next run 
Liquid waste is disposed of according to enterprise procedures and regulatory requirements 
In-line units are cleaned ready for next run 
Substrate feed, transportation and delivery systems are disengaged and cleaned ready for next run 
Production records or other documentation are accurately completed where required by enterprise procedures 

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