Assessor Resource
PMC552032C
Operate pressing equipment
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024
This unit of competency applies to operators in a large plant who are responsible for looking after the operation of mechanical press forming equipment for clay, ceramic and concrete products.
This unit does NOT apply to extruding, slip forming, or manual forming.
This competency is typically performed by operators working either independently or as part of a team. At all times they would be liaising and cooperating with other members of the team.
This unit of competency covers the operation of pressing equipment including identifying and isolating equipment malfunctions. It involves preparing equipment for operation, monitoring equipment and facilitating output changes.
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