The unit applies to the skills needed to operate production machinery not covered by other textile production units. Examples of skills covered by this unit include the use of specialised machines such as stud machines, fusing or gluing machines and bevelling and cutting machines. It does not include the use of machines used for weaving, spinning, knitting, tufting, creeling, dyeing, packing, folding and finishing operations as these skills are covered by other textile production units.

The machine operation preparation skills covered by this unit do not include the set-up or maintenance of machinery where such tasks are normally performed by textile mechanics, fitters or electricians.

The unit does not cover the use of machines used for weaving, spinning, knitting, tufting, creeling, dyeing, packing, folding and finishing operations where these skills are covered by other textile production units. The unit also does not cover materials handling equipment such as forklifts.

Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.

The application of this unit is according to OHS practices of the enterprise and workplace practices, which may include:

requirements prescribed by legislation, awards, agreements and conditions of employment

standard operating procedures

work instructions

oral, written and visual communication

quality practices, including responsibility for maintenance of own work quality and contribution to quality improvement of team or section output

housekeeping

tasks related to environmental protection, waste disposal, pollution control, and recycling

This unit requires the application of skills associated with planning and organising for the safe and efficient use of specialised machines. This unit also requires the ability to check the quality of products, identify and communicate inconsistencies or other problems and complete workplace documentation. Self management skills are applied to ensure workplace and quality standards are achieved.

Prerequisites

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Prepare for specialised machine operation

1.1 Work pieces or materials are laid out in sequence.

1.2 Work area, bench or seating are set up or prepared according to OHS practices.

1.3 Specialised machine is prepared and adjusted according to the specifications for the work.

1.4 Problems are reported and recorded.

2 Operate specialised machine

2.1 Specialised machine is operated.

2.2 OHS practices are followed.

2.3 Work is assessed for compliance with quality standards and production specifications.

2.4 Specialised machine is checked during production and adjusted to ensure optimum performance.

3 Despatch completed work

3.1 Production outputs are checked against quality standards.

3.2 Any machine or product faults identified are reported and recorded.

3.3 Outputs are directed to the next operation.

3.4 Work documentation is completed as required.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level

Demonstrates knowledge of:

operating procedures for specialised machinery

quality standards and practices

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

workplace practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

perform production tasks

carry out specialised machine operation

read, interpret and follow information on work specifications, standard operating procedures and work instructions, and other reference material

maintain accurate records

communicate within the workplace

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check task-related information

carry out work according to OHS practices

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

check work against job specifications and workplace standards

prepare workstation and work before commencing operations

apply machine operation techniques

carry out minor machine maintenance according to workplace practices

understand and use workplace fault reporting practices

apply OHS practices in work operations

maintain accurate records

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks according to instructions

working systematically with attention to detail

working systematically with attention to detail

identifying improvements and avoiding damage

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

Specialist machine may include

stud machine

fusing or gluing or backing machine

labelling machine

bevelling machine

cutting machine

OHS practices

OHS practices include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may relate to:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

environmental practices

Sector

Textile Production

This unit contains employability skills.