Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.
Application of knowledge of the materials, equipment and process sufficient to recognise out of specification products, process problems and materials faults.
Knowledge of organization procedures and relevant regulatory requirements along with the ability to implement them within appropriate time constraints and work standards.
Competence includes the ability for the practical completion of the job to:
apply and/or describe differences between LPG and natural gas, different types of raw materials used, range of products made using this method, component parts of open flame moulding equipment
plan own work, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
monitor equipment operation and product quality
identify when the operator is able to rectify faults, when assistance is required and who is the appropriate source for assistance
identify and describe own role and role of others involved directly in the flame rotational moulding process
identify factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies
use PPE, safely handle products and materials, read relevant safety information and apply safety precautions appropriate to the task
pause shut down equipment in abnormal circumstances
explain the effect of unauthorised or emergency shutdown in relation to safety and production requirements
distinguish between possible causes of routine faults such as incorrect quantity of materials, contaminated materials/additives,equipment faults, mould damage, wrong raw materials/additives,incorrect quantity of materials/additives,machine failure.
original manufacturer instructions and guidelines for the use of the equipment
relevant procedures relating to safe working practices prescribed for the equipment
local OHS legislation and/or regulations
site specific instructions based on production requirements.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
This unit requires the ability to read and interpret typical product specifications, job sheets, procedures, material labels and safety information as provided to operators.
Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms.
Basic numeracy is required, eg to determine that two 25 kg bags are needed to make up a requirement for 50 kg.
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any 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.
Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used.
Context
This competency applies to operators working either independently or as part of a work team.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures means all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards.
Tools and equipment
This competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:
hand tools as required
interpretation of production schedules/work cards as appropriate
relevant personal protective equipment.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
noise, light, energy sources
humidity, air temperatures, radiant heat
stationary and moving machinery, parts and components.
Problems
'Respond to routine problems' means 'apply known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems'. Typical process and product problems may include:
equipment - blockages in gas burner, mould incorrectly placed on machine
process - even temperatures, temperature profiles
product - wall thickness profile, too thick/too thin product.
Variables
Key variables to be monitored include:
mould design
equipment temperatures
range of products
product residence time
rotational speeds
cooling methods.
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