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ICPSUP352
Plan operational processes

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and plan for new, or to modify existing, operational or production processes.

It applies to individuals who perform a range of defined tasks relating to the printing and graphic arts industry, and may also provide some leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.

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

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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. Identify production requirements

1.1 Overall production schedule is examined to identify production requirements

1.2 Material requirements are identified according to production requirements

1.3 Current processes are identified in consultation with other staff

2. Review customer order specifications

2.1 Customer order specifications are obtained and examined

2.2 Supporting production data is examined

2.3 Production process to be used is determined based on information supplied in production plan

3. Determine process operations

3.1 Existing process operations are reviewed in consultation with management

3.2 Existing problems are clarified with team and customers

3.3 Work operations required are identified in consultation with team

3.4 Suitable machinery or equipment is identified in consultation with team

3.5 Cost and duration are estimated against production estimates

3.6 Recommendations on possible solutions are made and documented

4. Determine production sequence

4.1 Steps required for the process are identified

4.2 Material and equipment requirement lists are prepared and documented

4.3 Quality assurance steps and specifications are identified

4.4 Process steps are documented and clearly represented

Evidence of the ability to:

produce a portfolio that includes documentation showing planning of operational processes (either a new process or modification of an existing process) in any ONE of pre-press, printing, screen printing, converting, binding and finishing, corrugating or laminating.

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:

Production requirements

summarise production plan information that will aid in determining a suitable production process

explain the relevance of production schedules, material requirements and customer requirements to process operations

describe the possible impacts of changes to process technology or product on existing production areas including:

whether existing machinery or equipment can be utilised

special provisions needed for new equipment or machinery

expected production life of equipment

Reviewing, testing and costing

explain the method used to review existing processes

explain the methods used to estimate costs and cost savings

explain the role of test and trials in identifying suitable processes

Determining production sequence

explain how steps for the process and equipment and material requirements are identified and documented

explain how quality assurance requirements are identified

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 special purpose tools, equipment and materials.

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. Identify production requirements

1.1 Overall production schedule is examined to identify production requirements

1.2 Material requirements are identified according to production requirements

1.3 Current processes are identified in consultation with other staff

2. Review customer order specifications

2.1 Customer order specifications are obtained and examined

2.2 Supporting production data is examined

2.3 Production process to be used is determined based on information supplied in production plan

3. Determine process operations

3.1 Existing process operations are reviewed in consultation with management

3.2 Existing problems are clarified with team and customers

3.3 Work operations required are identified in consultation with team

3.4 Suitable machinery or equipment is identified in consultation with team

3.5 Cost and duration are estimated against production estimates

3.6 Recommendations on possible solutions are made and documented

4. Determine production sequence

4.1 Steps required for the process are identified

4.2 Material and equipment requirement lists are prepared and documented

4.3 Quality assurance steps and specifications are identified

4.4 Process steps are documented and clearly represented

Evidence of the ability to:

produce a portfolio that includes documentation showing planning of operational processes (either a new process or modification of an existing process) in any ONE of pre-press, printing, screen printing, converting, binding and finishing, corrugating or laminating.

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:

Production requirements

summarise production plan information that will aid in determining a suitable production process

explain the relevance of production schedules, material requirements and customer requirements to process operations

describe the possible impacts of changes to process technology or product on existing production areas including:

whether existing machinery or equipment can be utilised

special provisions needed for new equipment or machinery

expected production life of equipment

Reviewing, testing and costing

explain the method used to review existing processes

explain the methods used to estimate costs and cost savings

explain the role of test and trials in identifying suitable processes

Determining production sequence

explain how steps for the process and equipment and material requirements are identified and documented

explain how quality assurance requirements are identified

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 special purpose tools, equipment and materials.

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
Overall production schedule is examined to identify production requirements 
Material requirements are identified according to production requirements 
Current processes are identified in consultation with other staff 
Customer order specifications are obtained and examined 
Supporting production data is examined 
Production process to be used is determined based on information supplied in production plan 
Existing process operations are reviewed in consultation with management 
Existing problems are clarified with team and customers 
Work operations required are identified in consultation with team 
Suitable machinery or equipment is identified in consultation with team 
Cost and duration are estimated against production estimates 
Recommendations on possible solutions are made and documented 
Steps required for the process are identified 
Material and equipment requirement lists are prepared and documented 
Quality assurance steps and specifications are identified 
Process steps are documented and clearly represented 

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