Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LMTHL2003A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate machines to prepare hides or skins for tanning

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency LMTHL2003A - Operate machines to prepare hides or skins for tanning
Description This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to perform the tasks associated with operating and carry out operator maintenance of machines used for preparing hides and skins for tanning.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to operating machines to prepare hides or skins for tanning. Work may be conducted in restricted spaces or exposed conditions or controlled or open environments.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under direct supervision. The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employmentstandard operating procedureswork instructionsoral, written and visual communicationquality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section outputhousekeepingtasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control and recyclingThis unit requires the application of skills associated with planning, organising and problem solving for the operation and maintenance of machinery and technology used in tanning. This unit also requires an ability to monitor quality outcomes and communicate process information with others. Self management skills are used to ensure work complies with workplace requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Prerequisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Operate machine to prepare hides or skins for tanning
  • All necessary settings and preparation for machine operation are identified and assessed in accordance with specifications and workplace standard procedures
  • Machine is started in accordance with workplace standard operating procedures
  • Hides or skins are fed through the machine in the appropriate manner and in accordance with OHS practices and workplace procedures
  • Hides or skins are directed to correct area for next process
  • Work area around the machine is cleaned and maintained to meet workplace and safety standards
  • Equipment is stopped or shut down in accordance with all safety and workplace standard procedures
       
Element: Monitor product quality
  • Quality requirements for the hides or skins are correctly identified and applied for all stages of the process
  • Quality is visually checked continuously to ensure standard is maintained
  • Any deviations from normal are recognised and isolated
  • Variations to product quality are reported
       
Element: Carry out operator maintenance
  • Minor running problems are identified and reported according to workplace and equipment manufacturer's procedures
  • Major machine and equipment or product faults are reported
  • Minor maintenance and cleaning are performed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and workplace procedures
       
Element: Dispose of waste materials
  • Waste is kept to a minimum through correct application of industry standard and workplace procedures
  • Machine waste is disposed of in accordance with environmental and workplace procedures
       
Element: Communicate process information
  • Records and other documentation are clearly and accurately completed where required
  • Information regarding production status and problems is accurately transferred between changes in shifts, where required
  • Documentation is maintained at each stage of the process to expedite movement of the hides or skins through the various phases of treatment
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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 for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

prepare and operate machines for hide or skin preparation

monitor product to ensure quality requirements are applied for all stages of process

perform operator maintenance

dispose of waste materials appropriately

transfer relevant production information between shift changes, where required

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

Context and specific resources for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Guidance information for assessment

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

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Demonstrates knowledge of:

industry and product processes and equipment

characteristics and hazards of chemicals and other materials used on hides and skins or in the process

machine preparation and operation procedures

maintenance procedures and specifications

quality standards and manual handling procedures

safety and environmental aspects of relevant processes, particularly waste disposal

workplace procedures

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

practices for recording and reporting

Demonstrates skills to:

interpret specifications and set machine for operation

operate machine and feed hides or skins correctly

recognise and isolate deviations from normal

identify minor running problems and report major machine, equipment or product faults

minimise waste

interpret and apply established procedures

document, assess, and transfer information

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

maintain accurate records

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check task-related information

carry out work according to OHS practices

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

Preparation for machine operation may include

pre-start up visual checks, including safety requirements

basic maintenance checks and product setting requirements

start up procedures

machine cleaning

Machines may include

fleshing

splitting

scudding of hides or skins

Equipment may include

electronic monitoring and metering systems

manual chart recording systems

hand tools

laboratory testing and sampling equipment

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
All necessary settings and preparation for machine operation are identified and assessed in accordance with specifications and workplace standard procedures 
Machine is started in accordance with workplace standard operating procedures 
Hides or skins are fed through the machine in the appropriate manner and in accordance with OHS practices and workplace procedures 
Hides or skins are directed to correct area for next process 
Work area around the machine is cleaned and maintained to meet workplace and safety standards 
Equipment is stopped or shut down in accordance with all safety and workplace standard procedures 
Quality requirements for the hides or skins are correctly identified and applied for all stages of the process 
Quality is visually checked continuously to ensure standard is maintained 
Any deviations from normal are recognised and isolated 
Variations to product quality are reported 
Minor running problems are identified and reported according to workplace and equipment manufacturer's procedures 
Major machine and equipment or product faults are reported 
Minor maintenance and cleaning are performed in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and workplace procedures 
Waste is kept to a minimum through correct application of industry standard and workplace procedures 
Machine waste is disposed of in accordance with environmental and workplace procedures 
Records and other documentation are clearly and accurately completed where required 
Information regarding production status and problems is accurately transferred between changes in shifts, where required 
Documentation is maintained at each stage of the process to expedite movement of the hides or skins through the various phases of treatment 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

LMTHL2003A - Operate machines to prepare hides or skins for tanning
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