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ICPSUP203
Prepare and maintain the work area

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake basic housekeeping functions, handle chemicals and liquid waste in the workplace, and prepare and maintain the work area according to work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise procedures.

It applies to individuals who perform a range of mainly routine tasks in various sectors of the printing and graphic arts industry, using limited practical skills and fundamental knowledge in a defined context. They generally work under direct supervision.

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

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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.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Perform general cleaning duties

1.1 Requirements for cleaning duties are identified

1.2 Personal safety equipment, where needed, is selected and used according to WHS and enterprise procedures

1.3 Appropriate cleaning equipment and chemicals/detergents for specific tasks are determined, prepared and mixed to manufacturer’s specifications and WHS procedures

1.4 Procedures for handling, storage and correct disposal of cleaning liquids are carried out according to enterprise, WHS and EPA specifications

1.5 Cleaning is carried out to WHS and enterprise requirements

2. Maintain supplies of materials

2.1 Requests are received, where relevant, and tasks are confirmed and organised according to specific procedures

2.2 Tools and equipment are identified, stored and maintained according to manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure ease of access and operator safety

2.3 Appropriate equipment for transferring material or equipment is identified and organised, where relevant

2.4 Material or equipment is loaded and unloaded using suitable equipment (other than forklift) according to materials handling requirements, safe work practices and correct manual handling techniques

2.5 Material is transferred to correct destination in a safe manner

3. Store and retrieve artwork, information, used plates and film

3.1 Inventory control procedures are followed to ensure correct filing and retrieval of artwork, information, used plates and film

3.2 Artwork and other materials are stored and retrieved according to enterprise procedures to ensure preservation

4. Handle chemicals and liquid waste

4.1 Material safety data sheets are used to identify safe chemical handling procedures

4.2 Chemicals and liquid waste are handled according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise WHS requirements

4.3 Correct procedure for dealing with spilt chemicals is demonstrated according to WHS requirements

Evidence of the ability to:

correctly perform general cleaning duties

maintain supplies of materials, information, used plates and film, and store and retrieve artwork

handle chemicals and liquid waste.

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 health and safety factors that must be considered when:

using cleaning chemicals and other relevant materials and substrates used in the workplace

dealing with personal safety equipment required to perform cleaning duties

operating machinery – such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning

safely transporting finished products

disposing of liquid waste as well as storing and disposing chemicals

lifting – must use the correct techniques and demonstrate an understanding of weight limitations, and how to place loads to avoid back injury

explain how to correctly handle supplies and parts, as well as record necessary details in the transfer of finished product

outline how to operate inventory control systems and follow filing inventory procedures utilised in the work environment

describe key information on accurate storage and retrieval of materials

explain the nature of various materials and substrates

outline environmental considerations associated with storage of artwork, photographic materials and plates

describe potential dangers of handling supplies or parts

summarise potential accidents possible when cleaning or handling supplies.

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 Support field of work and include access to a production environment.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.


Submission Requirements

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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. Perform general cleaning duties

1.1 Requirements for cleaning duties are identified

1.2 Personal safety equipment, where needed, is selected and used according to WHS and enterprise procedures

1.3 Appropriate cleaning equipment and chemicals/detergents for specific tasks are determined, prepared and mixed to manufacturer’s specifications and WHS procedures

1.4 Procedures for handling, storage and correct disposal of cleaning liquids are carried out according to enterprise, WHS and EPA specifications

1.5 Cleaning is carried out to WHS and enterprise requirements

2. Maintain supplies of materials

2.1 Requests are received, where relevant, and tasks are confirmed and organised according to specific procedures

2.2 Tools and equipment are identified, stored and maintained according to manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure ease of access and operator safety

2.3 Appropriate equipment for transferring material or equipment is identified and organised, where relevant

2.4 Material or equipment is loaded and unloaded using suitable equipment (other than forklift) according to materials handling requirements, safe work practices and correct manual handling techniques

2.5 Material is transferred to correct destination in a safe manner

3. Store and retrieve artwork, information, used plates and film

3.1 Inventory control procedures are followed to ensure correct filing and retrieval of artwork, information, used plates and film

3.2 Artwork and other materials are stored and retrieved according to enterprise procedures to ensure preservation

4. Handle chemicals and liquid waste

4.1 Material safety data sheets are used to identify safe chemical handling procedures

4.2 Chemicals and liquid waste are handled according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise WHS requirements

4.3 Correct procedure for dealing with spilt chemicals is demonstrated according to WHS requirements

Evidence of the ability to:

correctly perform general cleaning duties

maintain supplies of materials, information, used plates and film, and store and retrieve artwork

handle chemicals and liquid waste.

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 health and safety factors that must be considered when:

using cleaning chemicals and other relevant materials and substrates used in the workplace

dealing with personal safety equipment required to perform cleaning duties

operating machinery – such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning

safely transporting finished products

disposing of liquid waste as well as storing and disposing chemicals

lifting – must use the correct techniques and demonstrate an understanding of weight limitations, and how to place loads to avoid back injury

explain how to correctly handle supplies and parts, as well as record necessary details in the transfer of finished product

outline how to operate inventory control systems and follow filing inventory procedures utilised in the work environment

describe key information on accurate storage and retrieval of materials

explain the nature of various materials and substrates

outline environmental considerations associated with storage of artwork, photographic materials and plates

describe potential dangers of handling supplies or parts

summarise potential accidents possible when cleaning or handling supplies.

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 Support field of work and include access to a production environment.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

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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
Requirements for cleaning duties are identified 
Personal safety equipment, where needed, is selected and used according to WHS and enterprise procedures 
Appropriate cleaning equipment and chemicals/detergents for specific tasks are determined, prepared and mixed to manufacturer’s specifications and WHS procedures 
Procedures for handling, storage and correct disposal of cleaning liquids are carried out according to enterprise, WHS and EPA specifications 
Cleaning is carried out to WHS and enterprise requirements 
Requests are received, where relevant, and tasks are confirmed and organised according to specific procedures 
Tools and equipment are identified, stored and maintained according to manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure ease of access and operator safety 
Appropriate equipment for transferring material or equipment is identified and organised, where relevant 
Material or equipment is loaded and unloaded using suitable equipment (other than forklift) according to materials handling requirements, safe work practices and correct manual handling techniques 
Material is transferred to correct destination in a safe manner 
Inventory control procedures are followed to ensure correct filing and retrieval of artwork, information, used plates and film 
Artwork and other materials are stored and retrieved according to enterprise procedures to ensure preservation 
Material safety data sheets are used to identify safe chemical handling procedures 
Chemicals and liquid waste are handled according to manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise WHS requirements 
Correct procedure for dealing with spilt chemicals is demonstrated according to WHS requirements 

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Assessment Cover Sheet

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