This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level

Demonstrates knowledge of

Machine operation and control systems program selection and machine monitoring procedures

Level of operator responsibility for equipment operation maintenance and monitoring

Characteristics and hazards of chemicals and dispensing systems

Safety and environmental aspects related to workplace and machine and equipment operation and manual handling including consumable or hazardous materials

OHS practices including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to

ensure load sizes are within machine limits

program and use commercial laundry machines and related equipment including dispensing and dosing systems

prepare and monitor chemicals safely

classify and sort product

maintain quality requirements for each stage of the process

read interpret and follow information on work specifications standard operating procedures and work instructions and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check taskrelated information

carry our work according to OHS practices

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to

Laundry equipment is programmed according to production schedules and work load priorities

Laundry equipment is programmed according to required washing sequences

Laundry equipment is programmed according to chemical requirements and proportions

Monitoring requirements for the particular process operation are conducted

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations including work areas materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment

Interdependent Assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units

Legislative/regulatory requirements

Machine or equipment may include:

Laundry or operating procedures may include:

Programming procedures may include:

Machine loads may be determined by:

OHS practices