1. Plan own work requirements.
   • Identify equipment and processes used for production process and upstream and downstream operations from production plan or request.
   • Identify materials required, including additives.
   • Recognise hazards and follow appropriate hazard control/minimisation methods.
   • 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. Start up casting process.
   • Determine equipment requirements.
   • Set process to specifications as required.
   • Check centrifugal casting equipment settings and adjustments are as required.
   • Check materials, resins and fibres are correct.
   • Discard, or make adjustments to the process for, non-conforming materials.
   • Set up date, batch and materials markings to specifications, as required.
   • Complete other pre-start checks in accordance with procedures.
   • Start up casting process.
3. Operate and make adjustments as required to the centrifugal casting process.
   • Operate equipment to form product to specification noting key variables.
   • Monitor controls/displays/terminals for production/process data.
   • Monitor product/process quality, thickness, colour and integrity.
   • Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity to standard as required.
   • Maintain continuity of process.
   • Collect and reprocess/discard scrap/waste and other materials in accordance with procedures.
   • Clean, adjust and lubricate equipment as required.
   • Pause or stop equipment in an emergency, following workplace and emergency procedures.
4. Shut down machine to procedures
   • Determine type of shut down
   • Select appropriate cleaning method
   • Clean efficiently and adequately as required
   • Leave machine in appropriate condition and with appropriate locks, tags or notices
   • Complete relevant documentation
   • Ensure area is clean and clear after the shut down, in readiness for the next start-up
5. 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.
   • Seek information and assistance as required to solve problems.
   • Solve problems within area of responsibility.
   • 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 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 centrifugal casting process Application of approved hazard control and safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials equipment operation and cleanup

Knowledge as a basis for solving processing and material problems including

products materials and material characteristics

properties of the materials required to form a composite structure of the required strength and surface finish

pot life of the resins used

quality requirements at each production stage

function and operating principles of equipment machine components and ancillary equipment

impact of machine speed temperature pressure time during cycles on product quality and production output

nature of mechanical hydraulic pneumatic electrical and electronic principles which effect machine operation and product development

safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials equipment operation and cleanup

the hierarchy of control including engineering controls

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

changes to materials at various stages of production

waste management and importance of nonconforming materials

operation or product quality

check centrifugal casting equipment for correct setup to job specifications and implement adjustments or report deviations immediately

make measurements when required and identify product outofspecification

distinguish between causes of faults

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

interpret from production requests the correct selection and use of equipment materials processes and procedures

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

make adjustments to equipment operation to rectify variations in equipment

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

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

identify when the operator is able to rectify faults and when assistance is required

Language literacy and numeracy requirements

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

Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms and production reports

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 centrifugal casting equipment it may be coassessed with this unit

Where the assessee does not currently possess evidence of competency in PMBPROD296A Operate centrifugal casting 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 materials properties and centrifugal casting composites process characteristics in relation to the process requirements and the end product

plan own work process within workplace procedures and explain the reasons for the steps in the process

take appropriate action to observe equipment materials and products for out of specification results make adjustments and identify problems to be reported

Consistent performance should be demonstrated For example look to see that

production quality and output standards are met consistently

problems are anticipated from process observations

problems are efficiently resolved

the process runs consistently and smoothly

Assessment method and context

Assessment will occur on an industrial centrifugal casting machines equipment and will be undertaken in a worklike environment

Competence in this unit may be assessed

using an appropriate industrial centrifugal casting machine

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