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Range Statement
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used.ContextThis competency applies to all work environments and sectors within rotational moulding, polyurethane, composites and thermoforming where moulds are used. It includes the operation of all relevant additional equipment where that equipment is integral to the process.ProceduresAll operations are performed in accordance with procedures.Procedures include all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards. Tools and equipmentThis competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:use of handling aid (eg handcarts, hoists, jigs and gantries)pedestrian forklifthand tools (eg applicators, dispensers, measuring devices, cutters and cleaning utensils)relevant personal protective equipment.HazardsTypical hazards include:handling moulds/products not cooled properly manual handlingnoiselight energy sourceshumidityair temperaturesradiant heatstationary and moving machinery, parts or components.ProblemsRespond to/rectify 'non-routine problems' means 'apply known solutions to a variety of predictable problems'. Typical process problems may include:badly prepared mouldleakage/spillage of raw materialsincorrect quantity of materialscontaminated materials/additivesequipment faultsmould damage.Typical product problems may include:malformed productdamage of product on removalcrackingwarpingpoor surface finish.