Required skills

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

communication of ideas and information by obtaining approval to commence a production run

collecting analysing and organising information by checking the substrate for conformance to the job specifications

planning and organising activities by producing a proof print prior to running a job

teamwork when maintaining the production process in association with others

mathematical ideas and techniques by setting the belt speed and required energy

problemsolving skills by continuously evaluating and adjusting print quality

use of technology by using semiautomatic and computerised machines to produce screen prints

Required knowledge

the substrate finished size length of run andorder of colours

colour sequence

the correct placement of image on the sheet

the significance of substrate guideslays

the procedure for setting up the frame position relative to the print image and base in preparation for printing

the selection of the ink system

the set parameters of belt speed and head units

OHS concerns that are there when using a semiautomatic machine

the type of squeegeeflood coater and squeegee angle used

the production of a proof print and what needs to be checked on the proof

continuous monitoring of print quality and dryingcuring of ink

the purpose of workplace documentation

check that are made of printed sheets for dryingcuring before stacking

the procedure that you take for disposing of unused ink and solvent rags

checks that are made to determine that prints are driedcured

frequency and type of maintenance that should be performed

machine manuals safety and other documentation that are relevant to this task and where are they kept

information that is 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 following is essential

correctly produce screen prints using semiautomatic machines according to job specifications

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

produce TWO different one or twocolour print runs using a semiautomatic machine according to manufacturers and job specifications enterprise procedures and the listed Performance Criteria

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

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

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 product on and off machine

ICPSU202C Prepare, load and unload product on and off machine

ICPSUC Operate and monitor machines basic

ICPSU208C Operate and monitor machines (basic)

ICPSPC Prepare machine and dryingcuring unit

ICPSP351C Prepare machine and drying/curing unit

any basic set up units

Drying/curingunits may include:

Quality standards may include:

Enterprise procedures may include:

Types of machine may include:

Complexity may include:

Degree of autonomy may include: