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.
Application of knowledge of materials, equipment and process sufficient to recognise conditions which may lead to out-of-specification production. For example, contaminates such as dirt, moisture or oils on the mould surface will cause surface blemishes on the product.
Knowledge and ability to implement organisation procedures and relevant regulatory requirements, within appropriate time constraints and work standards.
Application of the knowledge of managing risks using the hierarchy of control applied to preparation of mould surfaces. Application of approved hazard control and safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials, equipment operation and clean up.
Knowledge of and skills in the processes, materials and equipment used for the preparation of mould surfaces, including:
correct selection and use of equipment, tools and consumables required to deliver the specified mould surface
effects of contamination on surface quality
different mould release systems and the appropriate application techniques for each
typical problems with each mould release system
waste management and the importance of re-using non-conforming products wherever possible
factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies (eg mould/tool design, resin type).
Competence also includes the ability to:
plan own work, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
identify when the operator is able to rectify faults, when assistance is required and who is the appropriate source for assistance
identify and describe own role and role of others involved directly in the applicationprocess.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
Operators need to be able to interpret job specifications and recognise labels for different mould releases. They also need to be able to communicate work requirements with other operators.
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.
Context
This competency applies to the preparation of mould surfaces for gel coating or thermoforming. It includes the operation of all relevant additional equipment where that equipment is integral to the surface preparation process. It includes the demoulding of a previous product or protective surface to procedures where relevant.
Procedures
All 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 equipment
This unit of competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:
applicators (such as brushes, spray gun)
cleaning tools (such as plastic scrapers, buffs and polishers)
cutters
measuring devices
relevant personal protective equipment.
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
hazardous materials and vapours
moving equipment
manual handling hazards.
Problems
Respond to routine problems means 'apply known solutions to a limited range of predictable problems'. Typical process and product problems may include:
mould damage/ cracks on the mould
equipment wear and breakage
overuse of tools, requiring rework
build up on mould surface
variations in materials or contamination of materials.
Appropriate action for non-routine problems may be reporting to designated person or other action specified in the procedures.
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