Required skills

OHS in relation to operating machinery such as safely switching off machinery before cleaning is started

communication of ideas and information by interpreting job tickets and requirements

collecting analysing and organising information by collecting and assessing data about printing process and machine specifications and characteristics and how these interact

planning and organising activities by providing input into production scheduling about time requirements for set up to ensure efficient operation

teamwork when working with other workers to coordinate set up to ensure efficient operation

mathematical ideas and techniques by calculating cylinder position and substrate requirements for the job

problemsolving skills by recognising proofing faults and determining adjustments to correct them

use of technology by using monitoring equipment and interpreting readouts

Required knowledge

vital information required on job ticket

checks prior to set up availability of materials etc

correct cylinders chosen for the job

important considerations when handling gravure cylinders

parts of the unit that need to be checked to ensure the cylinder is correctly installed

OHS factors that need to be considered when operating the reel infeed and delivery systems

how the printing side of the material ischosen

what would be the effect of low web tension on the print

what other types of web splices could be used appropriately for the job

risks associated with the rewind of the machine

what would be the effect of excessive web tension at the rewind of the machine

what are the environmental and OHS concerns with regard to inks and additives

how is the suitability of ink matched to the particular job

what would happen if the ink were too viscose

how would an ink that was slightly light be modified to meet the needs of the job

what methods are available to check the ink for correct colour

who passes the colour prior to running the job

what precautions are necessary when handling doctor blades

how are the machine specifications determined relating to the specific job

what steps should be taken to ensure that the inking system was adjusted correctly

why is the inking system ink level maintained at a certain level

what is the optimum make ready speed for the job

what steps are taken to incorporate the inline processes into the make ready

how is the equipment used in inline processing protected against damage during set up

what methods can be used to minimise waste during make ready

what procedures are undertaken to have the print approved

what quality control measurements should be applied to the proof to test against known standards

what do you check on the initial print prior to running

how are the settings to be adjusted determined

what process is used to plot the success of the machine adjustment

how are the final results recorded for future reference

what machine manuals safety and other documentation are relevant to this task and where are they kept and information included in these documents

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to

correctly set up gravure printing machines for routine print jobs The individual will conduct a proof run and adjust settings to ensure production speeds are attained

demonstrate use of computerised control monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate

demonstrate an ability to find and use information relevant to the task from a variety of information sources

demonstrate all safety devices on the machine

set up a press on TWO occasions for basic gravure printing if possible including at least ONE inline process according to manufacturers specifications enterprise procedures and the Performance Criteria

evidence for assessment may be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone or through an integrated assessment activity

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

assessment may take place on the job off the job or a combination of these Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment

gravure printing machine with inline units

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

ICPSUC Prepare load and unload reels and cores on and off machine

ICPSU201C Prepare, load and unload reels and cores on and off machine

ICPSUC Prepare machine for operation basic

ICPSU207C Prepare machine for operation (basic)

ICPSUC Prepare ink and additives

ICPSU211C Prepare ink and additives

ICPPRC Produce basic gravure printed product

ICPPR322C Produce basic gravure printed product.

Inks/coatings may include:

Colour matching systems may include:

Machines may include:

Design may include:

In-line processes may include:

Substratetypes may include:

Wide or narrow reel handling systems may include:

Routine may include: