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

PMBPROD240 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Cut materials

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PMBPROD240 - Cut materials
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to use specialised equipment or procedures to cut materials to size, shape or to a pattern.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to identify the requirements for the job, prepare material and equipment for the work, operate cutting tools/equipment, and recognise routine and non-routine problems and take appropriate action.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence shall be based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.

In all plants it may be appropriate to assess this unit concurrently with units such as:

teamwork

communication.

The collection of performance evidence:

should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operations and provide for demonstration of responding to problems

will typically include a supervisor/third-party report or other evidence, focusing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency

must include the use of industry appropriate materials, tools, equipment, data and documentation

may use industry-based simulation for all or part of the unit particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.

Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment that reflects realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from demonstration of skills and one or more of:

walk-throughs

pilot plant operation

industry-based case studies/scenarios

‘what ifs’.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.

The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.

Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.

In addition the assessor or anyone acting in subject matter expert role in assessment shall demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they shall assess with a subject matter expert who does meet these requirements.

Technical competence can be demonstrated through one or more of:

relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment

appropriate workplace experience undertaking the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

appropriate workplace experience supervising/evaluating the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

Currency can be demonstrated through one or more of:

being currently employed undertaking the type of work being assessed

being employed by the organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed and having maintained currency in accordance with that organisation’s policies and procedures

having consulted/had contact with an organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed within the last twelve months, the consultation/contact being related to assessment

conducting on the job training/assessments of the type of work being assessed

being an active member of a relevant professional body and participating in activities relevant to the assessment of this type of work.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Production
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: Check work requirements
  • Identify work requirements from procedures
  • Identify product, materials and equipment requirements for job
  • Recognise hazards and adopt steps required to ensure safety
  • Check with supervisor/appropriate person if requirements are not in accordance with usual practice
       
Element: Conduct pre-start checks as required
  • Check safety gates and guards are in position and working
  • Check raw materials are correct
  • Undertake other pre-start checks in accordance with procedures
       
Element: Use tools/equipment
  • Operate cutting tools/equipment to cut materials to procedures
  • Monitor dimensions, quality and quantity of cuts
  • Remedy faults and non-conformances by correcting operation or adjusting tools/equipment as required
  • Collect material which is able to be recycled or reused, separate and dispose of waste and scrap
       
Element: Resolve routine problems
  • Identify likely faults that occur during the operation/task
  • Identify and take action on causes of routine faults in accordance with procedures
  • Make sure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures
  • Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Check work requirements

1.1

Identify work requirements from procedures

1.2

Identify product, materials and equipment requirements for job

1.3

Recognise hazards and adopt steps required to ensure safety

1.4

Check with supervisor/appropriate person if requirements are not in accordance with usual practice

2

Conduct pre-start checks as required

2.1

Check safety gates and guards are in position and working

2.2

Check raw materials are correct

2.3

Undertake other pre-start checks in accordance with procedures

3

Use tools/equipment

3.1

Operate cutting tools/equipment to cut materials to procedures

3.2

Monitor dimensions, quality and quantity of cuts

3.3

Remedy faults and non-conformances by correcting operation or adjusting tools/equipment as required

3.4

Collect material which is able to be recycled or reused, separate and dispose of waste and scrap

4

Resolve routine problems

4.1

Identify likely faults that occur during the operation/task

4.2

Identify and take action on causes of routine faults in accordance with procedures

4.3

Make sure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures

4.4

Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and demonstrate the ability to:

read and interpret procedures, job specifications, material labels and safety data sheets (SDS)

select and use tools, equipment and materials to meet job specifications

conduct pre-start checks

operate and shut down the cutting tools/equipment to cut materials to procedures

monitor key variables, including:

material characteristics

material availability

dimensions, quality and quantity of cuts

type of cutting equipment

cutting edge condition

operate the equipment and make adjustments to meet product quality and production output specifications

identify hazards and apply relevant hazard controls

apply safety procedures

apply housekeeping procedures

apply waste management procedures

recognise early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems

recognise routine and non-routine problems

identify when the operator is able to rectify faults, when assistance is required and who is the appropriate source for assistance

take action to resolve faults or report faults to appropriate personnel

distinguish between possible causes of routine faults, including:

deficiencies in materials

procedural errors

blunt or worn tools

power failures

tool malfunction/failures

equipment adjustments/set-up

changes to materials during the cutting process

communicate effectively with team/work group and supervisors

complete workplace records

do basic arithmetical manipulations, including additions, subtractions, divisions, multiplications, fractions and percentages.

Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge relevant to their job sufficient to operate under routine only supervision and to solve routine problems including knowledge of:

types of materials that commonly require cutting in the sector and their behaviour when cut

types of cutting equipment commonly used and their suitability for different materials

function of the cutting tools/equipment being used

principles of operation of the equipment

the potential effects of variations in raw materials and equipment operation in relation to quality of product

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

routine problems, their probable causes and relevant corrective actions

organisation procedures relevant to the work environment/job role

hierarchy of control

hazards that may arise in the job/work environment and:

their possible causes

potential consequences

appropriate risk controls.

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Check work requirements

1.1

Identify work requirements from procedures

1.2

Identify product, materials and equipment requirements for job

1.3

Recognise hazards and adopt steps required to ensure safety

1.4

Check with supervisor/appropriate person if requirements are not in accordance with usual practice

2

Conduct pre-start checks as required

2.1

Check safety gates and guards are in position and working

2.2

Check raw materials are correct

2.3

Undertake other pre-start checks in accordance with procedures

3

Use tools/equipment

3.1

Operate cutting tools/equipment to cut materials to procedures

3.2

Monitor dimensions, quality and quantity of cuts

3.3

Remedy faults and non-conformances by correcting operation or adjusting tools/equipment as required

3.4

Collect material which is able to be recycled or reused, separate and dispose of waste and scrap

4

Resolve routine problems

4.1

Identify likely faults that occur during the operation/task

4.2

Identify and take action on causes of routine faults in accordance with procedures

4.3

Make sure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures

4.4

Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Regulatory framework

The latest version of all legislation, regulations, industry codes of practice and Australian/international standards, or the version specified by the local regulatory authority, must be used.

Applicable legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice include:

health, safety and environmental (HSE) legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to the workplace, equipment and production processes and hazardous materials

Australian/international standards relevant to the materials being used and products being made

any relevant licence and certification requirements.

All operations to which this unit applies are subject to stringent HSE requirements, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation, and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and such requirements the legislative requirements take precedence.

Procedures

All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures.

Procedures are written, verbal, visual, computer-based or in some other form, and include one or any combination of:

emergency procedures

work instructions

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

safe work method statements (SWMS)

formulas/recipes

batch sheets

temporary instructions

any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant.

Tools and equipment

Tools and equipment include one or more of:

guillotines

power saws

jig saws

band saws

thermal cutting devices

programmable logic controllers (PLC) if fitted.

Additional tools and equipment will be selected as required from:

hand tools

hoists/lifting equipment not requiring any special permits or licences

manual handling aids, such as hand carts and trolleys

relevant personal protective equipment (PPE).

Hazards

Hazards must be identified and controlled. Identifying hazards requires consideration of:

blades and cutting equipment

weight, shape, volume of materials to be handled

hazardous products and materials

sharp edges, protrusions or obstructions

slippery surfaces, spills or leaks

rotational equipment or vibration

smoke, dust, vapours or other atmospheric hazards

electricity

gas

gases and liquids under pressure

structural hazards

equipment failures

machinery, equipment and product mass

other hazards that might arise.

Routine problems

Routine problems must be resolved by applying known solutions.

Routine problems are predictable and include one or more of:

incorrect pattern, marking errors

equipment wear or breakage

variations in temperature

loss of power or drives

controller sequence or timer issues.

Known solutions are drawn from one or more of:

procedures

training

remembered experience.

Non-routine problems must be reported according to according to relevant 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

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify work requirements from procedures 
Identify product, materials and equipment requirements for job 
Recognise hazards and adopt steps required to ensure safety 
Check with supervisor/appropriate person if requirements are not in accordance with usual practice 
Check safety gates and guards are in position and working 
Check raw materials are correct 
Undertake other pre-start checks in accordance with procedures 
Operate cutting tools/equipment to cut materials to procedures 
Monitor dimensions, quality and quantity of cuts 
Remedy faults and non-conformances by correcting operation or adjusting tools/equipment as required 
Collect material which is able to be recycled or reused, separate and dispose of waste and scrap 
Identify likely faults that occur during the operation/task 
Identify and take action on causes of routine faults in accordance with procedures 
Make sure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures 
Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

PMBPROD240 - Cut materials
Assessment task 1: [title]

Student name:

Student ID:

I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessor name:

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Date:

Assessment Record Sheet

PMBPROD240 - Cut materials

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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