Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up a machine for basic flat-bed die cutting or embossing.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare job | 1.1 Job specifications are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system 1.2 Set-up is carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage 1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked |
2. Prepare cutting or embossing devices | 2.1 Appropriate cutting devices or dies are selected and secured to machine 2.2 Cutting devices or dies are registered and proofed 2.3 Cutting devices or dies are correctly mounted |
3. Set up delivery system | 3.1 Delivery systems are set up and adjusted 3.2 Substrate is added to and removed from the process according to job specifications |
4. Set up machine | 4.1 Flat-bed cutting or embossing devices are set up and adjusted 4.2 Cutting/embossing pressures are set up and adjusted 4.3 Machine lays are set to correct position for registration |
5. Set up in-line units for basic processes | 5.1 Minor in-line printing/converting/binding units are set up for basic processes and adjusted according to machine requirements and job specifications 5.2 Assistance is given in set up of major in-line printing/converting/binding units |
6. Conduct sample run | 6.1 Material to be used for sample is organised correctly 6.2 Machine is set up and operated to produce a specified sample according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements, manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures 6.3 Sample is visually inspected and/or tested or laboratory testing is organised according to enterprise procedures 6.4 Results are interpreted to determine adjustment requirements 6.5 Adjustments are carried out according to product and machine specifications |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
correctly set up a machine for basic flat-bed die cutting or embossing for TWO jobs, changing the type and size of substrates and design of finished patterns according to job specifications and within the production timeframe
demonstrate all safety devices on the machine.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
identify work health and safety factors for:
setting up and/or operating machine delivery systems
setting up cutting devices
list the information, required when setting up transportation systems, concerning die cutting or embossing that is found in the job documentation or production control system
identify checks needed for:
mounting cutting devices on a flat-bed
registering and proofing cutting devices
securing cutting devices to the machine
setting up, adjusting and operating flat-bed cutting devices
determine the selection criteria of particular cutting devices
identify important areas to consider/check:
during feeder unit set up
to ensure suitability of in-line processes
list steps to ensure the delivery system operates effectively
determine machine pressure, machine cutting depths and adjustments needed to in-line units
identify details of the completed sample to examine to ensure conformance with client requirements
explain product testing procedures available and how often they should be used
common faults that can occur with the flat-bed cutting process
determine factors that indicate a need to replace knives/blades/cutting edges
explain cutting edges storing to guard against damage and deterioration
identify machine manuals, safety and other documentation relevant to this task, where they are kept, and the information included in them
Reel Systems Only
identify checks needed:
during webbing procedures
of the reel delivery system that may need adjustment according to job specifications, and to be observed to prevent damage to the finished product
for adjustments to the unwind reel that may be needed to suit various jobs
Sheet Systems Only
facilitate accurate sheet pick-up and transportation
identify ways folded sheets can be secured for dispatch.
Assessment Conditions
Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the converting, binding and finishing field of work and include access to flat-bed die cutting or embossing machine and special purpose tools, equipment and materials.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.1, 4.2, 5.1, 6.2, 6.5 | Recognises and evaluates texts to establish job requirements from information contained within relevant systems |
Oral Communication | 5.2 | Participates effectively in spoken interactions to confirm or clarify understanding |
Navigate the world of work | 6.2, 6.3 | Complies with legislative requirements and follows organisational policies and procedures relevant to own role |
Interact with others | 5.2 | Cooperates with others as part of familiar routine activities, and contributes to specific activities requiring joint responsibility and accountability |
Get the work done | 1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1-4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 6.1-6.5 | Determines priorities and sequences steps involved in clearly defined tasks Implements actions as per instructions, making slight adjustments if necessary Plans, identifies and assembles resources required to complete tasks Follows routine instructions for using digital technology by reading data from electronic monitoring and control systems |
Range Statement
This section specifies 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.
Delivery systems MUST include EITHER: | reel OR sheet. |
Setting up and adjusting MUST include EITHER: | unwind reel webbing procedures web control system folder and sheeter OR feeder and delivery system sheet pick-up system transfer system sheet transfer and control. |
Sectors
Converting, Binding and Finishing