1. Confirm job specifications
   • Job requirements are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system
   • Set up is carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage
   • Availability of all job related components is checked
2. Set up machine
   • Dye or block is selected and checked against job ticket
   • Dye or block is locked into chase and checked for correct positioning
   • Chase is mounted in press
   • Foil transfer or feed system is set up and adjusted according to image size and job specifications
   • If required, in-line loading and ejection units are set up for basic processes and adjusted according to machine requirements and job specifications
3. Set up delivery systems
   • Delivery systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications
4. Select foils
   • Foils are selected according to job specifications and end-user requirements
   • Quality and suitability of foils are checked and appropriate action taken
   • Foils are selected according to suitability of substrate, physical and chemical performance and properties
   • Foils are prepared according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, and manufacturer’s/supplier’s instructions with suitable precautions to minimise waste
   • Foils are appropriately labelled, handled and stored according to manufacturer’s/supplier’s instructions to prevent damage and hazards to personnel and to prolong shelf life
5. Conduct proof run
   • Material to be used for proof is organised correctly
   • Machine is operated according to manufacturer’s and enterprise procedures to produce a specified proof
   • Proof is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing organised according to enterprise procedures
   • Production does not commence without client authority where appropriate
   • Results are interpreted and adjusts made according to product and machine specifications to determine adjustment requirements

This section specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Evidence of the ability to:

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

Web systems only

Sheet or product delivery system (as relevant)