Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for stress-grading
- Set up equipment
- Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.
- Complete pre start-up checks on equipment to ensure operational effectiveness.
- Set up spray guns or branding rolls for use in line with work order.
- Complete calibration process using verification panels and set grade thresholds in line with organisational procedures.
- Stress grade panels
- Conduct operator maintenance
- Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.
- Check and clean photo-electric cells and reflectors in line with environmental protection practices.
- Check and refill spray guns or branding rolls.
- Adjust and maintain mechanical stress grade rollers, auto-feed and load pressure in line with manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Keep stress-grading area clear of dust and debris in line with organisational safety procedures.
- Record and report production outcomes, equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.