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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Identify job requirements
   • Substrate is checked against job specifications with any irregularities reported and rectified where possible
   • Ink is checked against job specifications
   • Stencil is checked against job specifications
2. Prepare machine to print
   • Substrate position and stencil registration are adjusted according to job specifications
   • Ink is applied to screen in quantity required for screen size
   • Equipment is kept clean and spills are minimised
3. Produce proof print
   • Proof print is run off and checked for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying or curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications
   • Adjustments are made according to product and machine specifications
   • Belt speed and energy required are set to achieve desired curing or drying properties
   • Appropriate approval to commence production is sought prior to commencement
4. Run job and monitor print quality
   • Printing speed production is adjusted to maximise quality and output
   • Print quality is continuously evaluated and adjusted as required
   • Effects of ink alterations during run are monitored and any discrepancy is notified according to enterprise procedures
   • Workplace documentation is completed as required
   • Curing and drying are constantly monitored and adjusted according to manufacturer or supplier and job specifications
5. Carry out routine user maintenance
   • Equipment is cleaned according to enterprise procedures
   • Fault conditions are identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
6. Stack production output
   • Output is checked for thorough drying or curing before stacking
   • Job identification is labelled and recorded
   • Job status and progress are checked against job specifications and any necessary action is taken
7. Conduct shutdown of production process
   • Material is transferred to correct destination in safe manner
   • Excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters are removed and cleaned according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications
   • Waste materials and chemicals are disposed of according to manufacturer or supplier specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
   • Equipment and surrounding areas are cleaned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and enterprise procedures
   • Tools and equipment are stored and maintained according to manufacturer or supplier to ensure ease of access and operator safety
   • Correct procedure for dealing with spilt chemicals is demonstrated according to WHS requirements

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

complete TWO different jobs on a semi- automatic machine according to relevant job, manufacturer, enterprise and health and safety requirements.

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

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Knowledge Evidence

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

outline the process for recording and reporting any substrate irregularities

describe the process for checking ink compatibility and stencil compatibility

discuss limitations when setting the substrate position and the precautions required when applying ink to the screen

describe the products and materials that are used to keep the equipment clean

describe health and safety concerns when producing a semi-automatic print

outline the quality control devices that are used to check the print standards and variables or tolerances to note when checking the print against the proof

describe the relationship between ink film thickness and ink density and acceptable maximum and minimum ink densities

discuss the properties that determine belt speed and heat unit settings for curing

identify the person responsible for final approval before commencing the production run

outline the process for quality inspection during printing and the frequency of inspection

discuss the importance of monitoring ink during the print run

discuss the purpose of workplace documentation

outline health and safety concerns in relationship to monitoring drying or curing systems

describe the maintenance that should be carried out on this machine and the importance of reporting faulty equipment

describe stacking, storing and handling processes and the importance of labelling and recording processes

describe the health and safety practices that must be adhered to when reclaiming screens

describe the importance of keeping equipment and surrounding areas clean, including the cleaning of screens and squeegees

describe the correct procedures for disposing of liquid waste

outline the processes for storing screens to minimise damage

identify required manuals, safety and other documentation and briefly outline the relevant information in each source.

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