Elements and Performance Criteria
- Select ink for special colour work or other specialised purpose
- Inks and additives are selected according to job specifications
- Quality and suitability of inks or additives are checked and appropriate action is taken
- Inks are selected according to end use of product, suitability of substrate, adhesion, physical and chemical resistance, and light fastness, drying method and print process
- Maintain and calibrate equipment
- Prepare ink for special colour work or other specialised purpose
- Inks and additives are prepared according to OHS requirements and manufacturer's/supplier's instructions with suitable precautions to minimise waste
- Correct colour and weight/volume of ink are calculated, mixed and prepared to match the requirements of the job specification and the printing machine to be used
- Formulation of the ink and the approved colour is appropriately recorded
- Store and handle ink