Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up a machine for complex rotary 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 for job | 1.1 Job specifications are read and interpreted from job documentation or production control system 1.2 Set-up is planned and carried out correctly in minimum time with minimum wastage 1.3 Availability of all job related components is checked |
2. Mount rotary cutting or embossing devices | 2.1 Cutting devices or dies are correctly mounted to die 2.2 Cutting devices or dies are registered and proofed on die cylinder 2.3 Appropriate cutting devices or dies are selected and secured to machine according to job specifications |
3. Set up delivery systems | 3.1 Delivery systems are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 3.2 Substrate is removed according to job specifications |
4. Set up machine for basic rotary cutting | 4.1 Rotary cutting devices are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 4.2 Cutting pressures are set up and adjusted according to job specifications 4.3 Counter knives/anvils are set in correct position |
5. Set up in-line units | 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 machine for EITHER rotary die cutting OR embossing; for either process, set up TWO complex jobs (including in-line processes) with different substrates, sizes and patterns according to manufacturer’s and job specifications, enterprise procedures and listed performance criteria, 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 that must be considered when either:
setting up and/or operating sheet transport and delivery systems
setting up and adjusting rotary cutting devices
OR
setting up reel delivery systems
determine information concerning rotary die cutting or embossing found in the job documentation or production control system, and interpret this information to ensure smooth workflow throughout the factory
determine factors to consider when deciding on a cutting system
explain checks for when cutting devices are mounted on a cylinder
identify methods used for registering and proofing cutting devices
explain checks for when cutting devices are attached to the machine
list criteria that determines selection of particular cutting devices
list steps to ensure the delivery system operates effectively
identify important areas or sections of the feeder unit set up
identify areas of the delivery system to observe to maintain neat delivery of finished work and prevent damage to the finished product
list necessary checks when substrate is removed from the machine
list ways the finished product can be secured for despatch
explain machine pressure and machine cutting depths
explain adjusting lays for registration, what to check, and when it is done
identify problems that occur if counter knives/anvils are incorrectly set
determine the largest/smallest size sheet that can be processed on this machine
list necessary checks to ensure suitability of in-line process
determine details of the completed sample to examine to ensure conformance with the client requirements
list common faults that can occur with the rotary cutting process
determine factors that indicate a need for replacement of knives/blades/cutting edges
explain how cutting edges and counter knives (anvils) should be stored 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
For Reel Systems Only
list adjustments required to the:
unwind reel to suit various jobs
sheeter during production
folder during production
rewind wheel during production
identify important areas to consider during webbing procedures
determine important areas of the reel delivery system to adjust according to job specifications
For Sheet Systems Only
list adjustments:
required to the sheeter during production
that can be made to the machine to facilitate accurate sheet pick-up and transportation.
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 relevant facilities, 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, 4.1, 4.2, 6.5 | Recognises and interprets text to establish job requirements from information in relevant procedures and specifications |
Oral Communication | 5.2 | Participates effectively in spoken interactions to confirm or clarify understanding |
Navigate the world of work | 6.2, 6.3 | Recognises and follows legislative requirements and 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, 6.1-6.5 | Determines priorities and sequences steps involved in clearly defined, familiar tasks Implements actions as per instructions, making slight adjustments if necessary Plans, identifies and assembles resources required to complete tasks Follows routine procedures 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 systems OR sheet systems. |
Setting up and adjusting MUST include EITHER: | unwind and rewind reels web control system folder and sheeter OR feeder and delivery systems sheet pick-up and transportation systems transfer systems. |
Sectors
Converting, Binding and Finishing