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

PMBPROD317 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Print and decorate rigid products

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PMBPROD317 - Print and decorate rigid products
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate and adjust equipment to print or decorate rigid products.This unit of competency applies to experienced operators who are required to plan the process stages, start up and shut down printing equipment, monitor equipment operation, make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity and solve problems within area of responsibility.This unit of competency applies to an experienced operator demonstrating theoretical and technical knowledge and well developed skills in situations that require some discretion and judgement. The experienced operator may work alone or as a member of a team or group and will work 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.

Where the assessee does not currently possess evidence of competency in PMBPROD217 Operate printing equipment, it may be co-assessed with this unit.

The collection of performance evidence:

should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operation of an operating plant

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 an appropriate industrial item of equipment requiring demonstration of operation, start and stop procedures and responding to problems

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: Plan process stages for printing and decorating
  • Plan the stages in the printing and decorating process and ensure these comply with the quality requirements for production
  • Identify and allow for changes in materials at each stage of the printing and decorating process
  • Plan the availability of the equipment and components for each production stage
  • Anticipate the impact of the process on product characteristics and product quality and usability
  • Plan work requirements based on procedures
       
Element: Identify work requirements for printing and decorating operations
  • Prepare materials, including base raw materials and additives
  • Identify and address hazards connected with both production materials and process
  • Check materials inputs and outputs, dyes and print chemical colours, ancillary supplies and equipment are within specifications
  • Check product quality requirements for the relevant process stage
  • Identify and check equipment emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls
  • Plan the task sequences, including times and locations for product quality checks, equipment operation and required production outputs
  • Provide for ongoing materials input, waste management and work area housekeeping requirements
  • Arrange any required supplementary equipment for product quality testing or routine equipment maintenance and/or adjustments
       
Element: Set up and check printing and decorating equipment
  • Comply with equipment information, required quality specifications and set-up procedures
  • Set up equipment in accordance with required specifications and procedures
  • Check printing and decorating equipment settings and adjustments and conformity to procedures
  • Check materials are correct
  • Check that surface preparation operations provide for an even and consistent surface for printing
  • Discard non-conforming materials or make adjustments to processing operations in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Monitor printing and decorating operation
  • Start up, operate and shut down equipment as required by procedures
  • Monitor printing and decorating operations
  • Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity to production standards where applicable
  • Collect material which is able to be reprocessed and reused, and dispose of waste and scrap in accordance with procedures
  • Clean up equipment, lubricate, and adjust in accordance with workplace procedures
       


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

Plan process stages for printing and decorating

1.1

Plan the stages in the printing and decorating process and ensure these comply with the quality requirements for production

1.2

Identify and allow for changes in materials at each stage of the printing and decorating process

1.3

Plan the availability of the equipment and components for each production stage

1.4

Anticipate the impact of the process on product characteristics and product quality and usability

1.5

Plan work requirements based on procedures

2

Identify work requirements for printing and decorating operations

2.1

Prepare materials, including base raw materials and additives

2.2

Identify and address hazards connected with both production materials and process

2.3

Check materials inputs and outputs, dyes and print chemical colours, ancillary supplies and equipment are within specifications

2.4

Check product quality requirements for the relevant process stage

2.5

Identify and check equipment emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls

2.6

Plan the task sequences, including times and locations for product quality checks, equipment operation and required production outputs

2.7

Provide for ongoing materials input, waste management and work area housekeeping requirements

2.8

Arrange any required supplementary equipment for product quality testing or routine equipment maintenance and/or adjustments

3

Set up and check printing and decorating equipment

3.1

Comply with equipment information, required quality specifications and set-up procedures

3.2

Set up equipment in accordance with required specifications and procedures

3.3

Check printing and decorating equipment settings and adjustments and conformity to procedures

3.4

Check materials are correct

3.5

Check that surface preparation operations provide for an even and consistent surface for printing

3.6

Discard non-conforming materials or make adjustments to processing operations in accordance with workplace procedures

4

Monitor printing and decorating operation

4.1

Start up, operate and shut down equipment as required by procedures

4.2

Monitor printing and decorating operations

4.3

Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity to production standards where applicable

4.4

Collect material which is able to be reprocessed and reused, and dispose of waste and scrap in accordance with procedures

4.5

Clean up equipment, lubricate, and adjust in accordance with workplace procedures

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, instruments/control panels, material labels and safety data sheets (SDS)

set up printing equipment and materials to meet specifications

start up and operate the equipment

monitor key variables, including:

equipment operating conditions

condition of graphics and lettering film

colour

output rate

product quality

ink adherence

production outputs

equipment operating pressures

colour

thickness

product integrity and general conformance to specification

make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity

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

safely shut down equipment in normal and abnormal circumstances

leave machine in appropriate condition with any required locks, tags or notices

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

distinguish between causes of problems, including:

operational problems

instrument failure/malfunction

electrical failure/malfunction

mechanical failure/malfunction

wrong readings

equipment design deficiencies

materials properties

process variables

recognise and prioritise problems requiring action

resolve non-routine problems

communicate effectively with team/work group and supervisors

complete workplace records

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

Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge relevant to their job sufficient to operate independently and to solve routine and non-routine problems, including knowledge of:

printing/decorating process and stages of production

characteristics of materials and their behaviour in relation to process conditions and stages of production

quality requirements at each production stage

mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and electronic principles which effect machine operation

common adjustments in process variables and their impact on product quality and production output

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

possible changes to materials properties to better suit specific process requirements

non-routine problems that may arise, the range of possible causes and appropriate 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:

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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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Plan process stages for printing and decorating

1.1

Plan the stages in the printing and decorating process and ensure these comply with the quality requirements for production

1.2

Identify and allow for changes in materials at each stage of the printing and decorating process

1.3

Plan the availability of the equipment and components for each production stage

1.4

Anticipate the impact of the process on product characteristics and product quality and usability

1.5

Plan work requirements based on procedures

2

Identify work requirements for printing and decorating operations

2.1

Prepare materials, including base raw materials and additives

2.2

Identify and address hazards connected with both production materials and process

2.3

Check materials inputs and outputs, dyes and print chemical colours, ancillary supplies and equipment are within specifications

2.4

Check product quality requirements for the relevant process stage

2.5

Identify and check equipment emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls

2.6

Plan the task sequences, including times and locations for product quality checks, equipment operation and required production outputs

2.7

Provide for ongoing materials input, waste management and work area housekeeping requirements

2.8

Arrange any required supplementary equipment for product quality testing or routine equipment maintenance and/or adjustments

3

Set up and check printing and decorating equipment

3.1

Comply with equipment information, required quality specifications and set-up procedures

3.2

Set up equipment in accordance with required specifications and procedures

3.3

Check printing and decorating equipment settings and adjustments and conformity to procedures

3.4

Check materials are correct

3.5

Check that surface preparation operations provide for an even and consistent surface for printing

3.6

Discard non-conforming materials or make adjustments to processing operations in accordance with workplace procedures

4

Monitor printing and decorating operation

4.1

Start up, operate and shut down equipment as required by procedures

4.2

Monitor printing and decorating operations

4.3

Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity to production standards where applicable

4.4

Collect material which is able to be reprocessed and reused, and dispose of waste and scrap in accordance with procedures

4.5

Clean up equipment, lubricate, and adjust in accordance with workplace procedures

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, manual handling 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:

printing equipment and its major components.

Additional tools and equipment will be selected as required from:

hand tools used in the process

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:

fumes/vapours

weight, shape, volume of materials to be handled

hazardous products and materials

rotational equipment or vibration

sharp edges, protrusions or obstructions

slippery surfaces, spills or leaks

smoke, dust or other atmospheric hazards

high temperatures

electricity

gas

gases and liquids under pressure

structural hazards

equipment failures

machinery, equipment and product mass

other hazards that might arise.

Problems

Non-routine problems must be resolved by applying operational knowledge to develop new solutions, either individually or in collaboration with relevant experts, to:

determine problems needing action

determine possible fault causes

develop solutions to problems which do not have a known solution

follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred

report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person.

Non-routine problems are unexpected problems or variations of previous problems and include one or more of:

unstable process variables

sub-optimal operation

variations in feed rates

variations in quality

emergency situations

intermittent faults.

Operational knowledge includes one or more of:

procedures

training

technical information, such as journals and engineering specifications

remembered experience

relevant knowledge obtained from appropriate people.

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
Plan the stages in the printing and decorating process and ensure these comply with the quality requirements for production 
Identify and allow for changes in materials at each stage of the printing and decorating process 
Plan the availability of the equipment and components for each production stage 
Anticipate the impact of the process on product characteristics and product quality and usability 
Plan work requirements based on procedures 
Prepare materials, including base raw materials and additives 
Identify and address hazards connected with both production materials and process 
Check materials inputs and outputs, dyes and print chemical colours, ancillary supplies and equipment are within specifications 
Check product quality requirements for the relevant process stage 
Identify and check equipment emergency stops, gauges, guards and controls 
Plan the task sequences, including times and locations for product quality checks, equipment operation and required production outputs 
Provide for ongoing materials input, waste management and work area housekeeping requirements 
Arrange any required supplementary equipment for product quality testing or routine equipment maintenance and/or adjustments 
Comply with equipment information, required quality specifications and set-up procedures 
Set up equipment in accordance with required specifications and procedures 
Check printing and decorating equipment settings and adjustments and conformity to procedures 
Check materials are correct 
Check that surface preparation operations provide for an even and consistent surface for printing 
Discard non-conforming materials or make adjustments to processing operations in accordance with workplace procedures 
Start up, operate and shut down equipment as required by procedures 
Monitor printing and decorating operations 
Make adjustments to remedy faults and non-conformity to production standards where applicable 
Collect material which is able to be reprocessed and reused, and dispose of waste and scrap in accordance with procedures 
Clean up equipment, lubricate, and adjust in accordance with workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

PMBPROD317 - Print and decorate rigid products
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Assessment Record Sheet

PMBPROD317 - Print and decorate rigid products

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