Required skills

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

communication of ideas and information by correctly identifying and labelling screens

collecting analysing and organising information by correctly identifying ink and stencil type

planning and organising activities by selecting and preparing chemicals and solvents before washing and storing screens

teamwork when maintaining the production process in association with fellow workers

mathematical ideas and techniques by preparing the reclamation chemicals

problemsolving skills by rectifying damage to screens according to enterprise procedures

use of technology by using a pressure gun with associated safety equipment

Required knowledge

significance of mesh count

treatment of screens with different mesh counts

mesh and frame faults

common faults that could occur in meshes and frames

inkstencil types

ink removal procedures for THREE different inks

stencil removal procedures for TWO stencil types

chemical selection and preparation

chemicals available for screen reclamation

reasons for selecting chemicals and method for screen reclamation

chemical handling and disposal

main considerations when handling and disposing of chemicals

reclamation techniques

various screen reclamation techniques available in the industry

reasons for selecting and applying a specific technique for screen reclamation

OHS constraints

hazards to be aware of in reclaiming screens

enterprise material handling policies

enterprise policies on management of waste

personal protective clothing that should be worn when reclaiming screens

manuals safety and other relevant documentation and the 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 following is essential

reclaim screens preferably of different mesh and stencil types commonly used in the industry using manual techniques according to job specifications

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

reclaim THREE screens preferably of different mesh and stencil types commonly used in the workplace using manual techniques according to manufacturers and job specifications enterprise procedures and the listed 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

skills and knowledge are demonstrated in a range of situations and in an environment that realistically reflects the workplace

access to a range of relevant tools equipment materials resources and documentation used when reclaiming screens in the printing industry

application of the most current workplace procedures processes and techniques used in the printing industry

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

Ink, stencil and frametypes may include:

Chemical type may include:

Enterprise procedures may include:

Mesh type may include:

Tension measurement techniques may include:

Degree of autonomy may include:

Quality standards may include: