1. Plan own work requirements.
   • Identify equipment and processes to be used for production process and upstream and downstream operations from production plan or request.
   • Identify and check materials required including additives.
   • Implement measures to control identified hazards in line with procedures and duty of care.
   • Identify and check emergency stops, guards and controls.
   • Identify requirements for materials, quality, production and equipment checks.
   • Identify materials, waste management and housekeeping needs.
2. Set up equipment, mould and materials to procedures.
   • Determine equipment requirements.
   • Adjust controls as required for factors such as ambient conditions, temperature and materials.
   • Check equipment, raw material and mould all match job requirements.
   • Check materials, resins, fibres, release agents are correct.
   • Take appropriate action for non-conforming materials.
   • Set up date, batch and materials markings to specifications, as required.
   • Complete pre-start checks.
3. Hand operate chopper gun/depositor.
   • Use chopper gun/depositor to apply materials to the mould to procedures.
   • Monitor product quality, thickness, colour and integrity.
   • Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformances as required.
   • Collect and segregate scrap, trim and other materials as required.
   • Shut off machine safely and correctly as required following procedures.
4. Anticipate and solve problems.
   • Recognise a problem or a potential problem..
   • Determine problems needing priority action.
   • Refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person, with possible causes.
   • Solve problems within area of responsibility.
   • Seek information and assistance as required to solve problems
   • Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Application of knowledge of the materials equipment and process sufficient to recognise material and equipment conditions which may lead to out of specification production

Knowledge of organization procedures quality requirements at each stage of production and relevant regulatory requirements along with the ability to implement them within appropriate time constraints and work standards

Application of the knowledge of managing risks using the hierarchy of controls applied to the composites process Application of approved hazard control and safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials equipment operation and cleanup

Show knowledge as a basis for solving processing and material problems including

operation of resinglass depositor equipment and components

production workflow sequences and materials demand

properties of the materials required to form a composite structure of the required strength and surface finish including the importance of gel coat properties and bonding

requirements for correct spraying of materials to the mould surface

pot life of the resins used

cleanout procedures

impact effects of variations in raw materials and equipment operation in relation to quality of final product

correct selection and use of equipment materials processes and procedures

polymer properties and their interactions with process conditions

relationships between polymer properties and process conditions

changes to polymer properties to better suit process requirements

product problems related to polymer properties

product problems related to process conditions

adjustments to process conditions to meet polymer and product requirements

Competence also includes the ability to

plan own work including predicting consequences and identifying improvements

identify and describe own role and role of others involved directly in the process

maintain output and product quality using appropriate instruments controls test information and readings

identify factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies

identify when the when assistance is required to solve problems

Language literacy and numeracy requirements

This unit requires the ability to read and interpret typical product specifications job sheets procedures material labels and safety information as provided to operators

Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms

Numeracy is required to the level of determining required weightsvolumes of materials in a resin mix for different circumstances say using a data sheet number of layers of impregnated matrix required to yield the required product laminate thickness and similar activities

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 this training package

Overview of assessment

A holistic approach should be taken to the assessment

Assessors must be satisfied that the person can consistently perform the unit as a whole as defined by the Elements Performance Criteria and skills and knowledge

Where the assessee does not currently possess evidence of competency in PMBPRODA Operate resinglass depositor equipment it may be coassessed with this unit

Where the assessee does not currently possess evidence of competency in PMBPROD2980A Operate resin-glass depositor equipment, it may be co-assessed with this unit.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

It is essential that competence is demonstrated in the knowledge and skills defined in this unit These may include the ability to

identify critical material properties and process variable in relation to the process requirements of the end product

make adjustments to the process as required

identify and take appropriate action on problems and potential problems

Consistent performance should be demonstrated For example look to see that

composites production standards are met consistently

all safety procedures are always followed

Assessment method and context

Assessment will occur on choppergun depositor equipment and will be undertaken in a worklike environment

Competence in this unit may be assessed

using an appropriate processing plant

in a situation allowing for the generation of evidence of the ability to recognise anticipate and respond to problems

by using a suitable simulation andor a range of case studiesscenarios

through a combination of these techniques

In all cases it is expected that practical assessment will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge and theoretical assessment will be combined with appropriate practicalsimulation or similar assessment Assessors need to be aware of any cultural issues that may affect responses to questions

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oracy language and literacy capacity of the assessee and the work being performed

Specific resources for assessment

This section should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement for this unit of competency Resources required include suitable access to an operating plant or equipment that allows for appropriate and realistic simulation A bank of case studiesscenarios and questions will also be required to the extent that they form part of the assessment method Questioning may take place either in the workplace or in an adjacent quiet facility such as an office or lunchroom No other special resources are required

Access must be provided to appropriate learning andor assessment support when required Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities