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 material and equipment conditions which may lead to out-of-specification production.
Knowledge of organization procedures, quality requirements at each production stage and relevant regulatory requirements along with the ability to implement them within appropriate time constraints and work standards.
Application of the knowledge of managing risks using the hierarchy of controls applied to the composites process. Application of approved hazard control and safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials, equipment operation and cleanup.
Knowledge as a basis for solving problems including:
equipment has been isolated following appropriate workplace procedures and techniques
ensuring appropriate lines of communication have been followed
ensuring appropriate shutdown procedures have been followed
correct storage/disposal of raw materials
hazards of the materials and process and appropriate hazard control procedures
nature of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and electronic principles which affect machine operation
the hierarchy of control, including engineering controls
waste management and importance of non-conforming materials
Competence also includes the ability to:
plan own work, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
identify and describe own role and role of others involved directly in the production process
identify factors which may affect production output in other areas and appropriate remedies
identify when assistance is required to solve problems.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
This unit requires the ability to read and interpret typical product specifications, job sheets and complex machine control panels such as those displaying SPC information.
Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms, quality assurance and production reports.
Basic numeracy is required, eg to determine how many 2 kg, 3 kg and 5 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 the shutdown and removal from service of equipment or lines. This competency applies to all work environments and sectors within the plastics, rubber and cablemaking industry. It includes the removal from operation of all relevant ancillary equipment.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures include all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards.
Tools and equipment
This unit of competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:
hoists/lifting equipment not requiring any special permits or licences
spanners and similar hand tools
relevant personal protective equipment.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
equipment hazards
hazardous materials
manual handling hazards.
Problems
'Anticipate and solve problems' means resolve a wide range of routine and non-routine problems, using product and process knowledge to develop solutions to problems which do not have a known solution recorded in the procedures.
Typical process and product problems may include:
inappropriate isolation practices
site contamination.
Appropriate action for problems outside area of responsibility may be reporting to an appropriate person.
Appropriate action for solving problems within area of responsibility includes asking questions and seeking assistance from appropriate persons/sources.
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