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Evidence Guide: ICPSCP375 - Automatically produce complex screen prints

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ICPSCP375 - Automatically produce complex screen prints

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Load substrate

  1. Substrate is checked against job specifications with any irregularities reported and rectified where possible
  2. Substrate position and stencil registration are adjusted according to job specifications
Substrate is checked against job specifications with any irregularities reported and rectified where possible

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Substrate position and stencil registration are adjusted according to job specifications

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Apply ink to screen

  1. Ink is applied to screen in quantity required for screen size
  2. Equipment is kept clean and spills are minimised
  3. Colour is mixed and ink is checked against job specifications
  4. Feeder is set and adjusted to suit substrate
Ink is applied to screen in quantity required for screen size

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Equipment is kept clean and spills are minimised

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Colour is mixed and ink is checked against job specifications

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Feeder is set and adjusted to suit substrate

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Produce proof print

  1. Proof print is run off and checked for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying or curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications
  2. Adjustments are made according to product and machine specifications
  3. Appropriate approval to commence production is sought prior to commencement
  4. Belt speed and energy required are set to achieve desired properties and printing speeds are adjusted to suit
Proof print is run off and checked for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying or curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications

Completed
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Adjustments are made according to product and machine specifications

Completed
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Appropriate approval to commence production is sought prior to commencement

Completed
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Belt speed and energy required are set to achieve desired properties and printing speeds are adjusted to suit

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Run job and monitor print quality

  1. Printing speed production is adjusted to maximise quality and output
  2. Print quality is continuously evaluated and adjusted as required
  3. Effects of ink alterations during run are monitored and appropriate action taken according to manufacturer or supplier and job specifications
  4. Workplace documentation is completed as required
  5. Curing and drying are constantly monitored and adjusted according to manufacturer or supplier and job specifications
Printing speed production is adjusted to maximise quality and output

Completed
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Print quality is continuously evaluated and adjusted as required

Completed
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Effects of ink alterations during run are monitored and appropriate action taken according to manufacturer or supplier and job specifications

Completed
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Workplace documentation is completed as required

Completed
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Curing and drying are constantly monitored and adjusted according to manufacturer or supplier and job specifications

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Carry out routine user maintenance

  1. Equipment is lubricated, cleaned and adjusted according to manufacturer or supplier specifications
  2. Faults are identified and reported according to enterprise procedures
Equipment is lubricated, cleaned and adjusted according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

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Faults are identified and reported according to enterprise procedures

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Handle production output

  1. Output is checked for thorough drying or curing before stacking
  2. Job status and progress are checked against job specifications and any necessary action is taken
Output is checked for thorough drying or curing before stacking

Completed
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Job status and progress are checked against job specifications and any necessary action is taken

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Shut down machine

  1. Excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters are removed and cleaned according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications
  2. Waste materials are disposed of according to manufacturer or supplier specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
  3. Equipment and surrounding areas are cleaned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and enterprise procedures
Excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters are removed and cleaned according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

Completed
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Waste materials are disposed of according to manufacturer or supplier specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures

Completed
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Equipment and surrounding areas are cleaned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and enterprise procedures

Completed
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Assessed

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1 Load substrate

1.1 Substrate is checked against job specifications with any irregularities reported and rectified where possible

1.2 Substrate position and stencil registration are adjusted according to job specifications

2 Apply ink to screen

2.1 Ink is applied to screen in quantity required for screen size

2.2 Equipment is kept clean and spills are minimised

2.3 Colour is mixed and ink is checked against job specifications

2.4 Feeder is set and adjusted to suit substrate

3 Produce proof print

3.1 Proof print is run off and checked for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying or curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications

3.2 Adjustments are made according to product and machine specifications

3.3 Appropriate approval to commence production is sought prior to commencement

3.4 Belt speed and energy required are set to achieve desired properties and printing speeds are adjusted to suit

4 Run job and monitor print quality

4.1 Printing speed production is adjusted to maximise quality and output

4.2 Print quality is continuously evaluated and adjusted as required

4.3 Effects of ink alterations during run are monitored and appropriate action taken according to manufacturer or supplier and job specifications

4.4 Workplace documentation is completed as required

4.5 Curing and drying are constantly monitored and adjusted according to manufacturer or supplier and job specifications

5 Carry out routine user maintenance

5.1 Equipment is lubricated, cleaned and adjusted according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

5.2 Faults are identified and reported according to enterprise procedures

6 Handle production output

6.1 Output is checked for thorough drying or curing before stacking

6.2 Job status and progress are checked against job specifications and any necessary action is taken

7 Shut down machine

7.1 Excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters are removed and cleaned according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

7.2 Waste materials are disposed of according to manufacturer or supplier specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures

7.3 Equipment and surrounding areas are cleaned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and enterprise procedures

Required Skills and Knowledge

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1 Load substrate

1.1 Substrate is checked against job specifications with any irregularities reported and rectified where possible

1.2 Substrate position and stencil registration are adjusted according to job specifications

2 Apply ink to screen

2.1 Ink is applied to screen in quantity required for screen size

2.2 Equipment is kept clean and spills are minimised

2.3 Colour is mixed and ink is checked against job specifications

2.4 Feeder is set and adjusted to suit substrate

3 Produce proof print

3.1 Proof print is run off and checked for colour, strength, registration, adhesion, clarity, gloss level, drying or curing, artwork detail and other technical aspects according to job specifications

3.2 Adjustments are made according to product and machine specifications

3.3 Appropriate approval to commence production is sought prior to commencement

3.4 Belt speed and energy required are set to achieve desired properties and printing speeds are adjusted to suit

4 Run job and monitor print quality

4.1 Printing speed production is adjusted to maximise quality and output

4.2 Print quality is continuously evaluated and adjusted as required

4.3 Effects of ink alterations during run are monitored and appropriate action taken according to manufacturer or supplier and job specifications

4.4 Workplace documentation is completed as required

4.5 Curing and drying are constantly monitored and adjusted according to manufacturer or supplier and job specifications

5 Carry out routine user maintenance

5.1 Equipment is lubricated, cleaned and adjusted according to manufacturer or supplier specifications

5.2 Faults are identified and reported according to enterprise procedures

6 Handle production output

6.1 Output is checked for thorough drying or curing before stacking

6.2 Job status and progress are checked against job specifications and any necessary action is taken

7 Shut down machine

7.1 Excess ink, screens, squeegees and flood coaters are removed and cleaned according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and manufacturer or supplier specifications

7.2 Waste materials are disposed of according to manufacturer or supplier specifications, regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures

7.3 Equipment and surrounding areas are cleaned according to manufacturer or supplier specifications and enterprise procedures

Evidence of the ability to:

produce TWO different complex prints of more than two colours, containing line and tone, using an automatic machine according to job, manufacturer, enterprise and health and safety requirements

demonstrate use of computerised control, monitoring and data entry systems if available and appropriate.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

explain any machine adjustments required prior to setting up

describe machine and feeder maintenance required prior to printing

describe machine and feeder adjustments required to allow for characteristics of the substrate, including the need to prepare substrate when loading the feeder

outline the procedure to confirm the screen sequence of colour, ink, substrate and squeegee or flood coater prior to printing

describe the system for setting the feed board and loading substrate and the adjustment of the stock feed system

describe the method for ensuring the substrate is fed into the machine at the required production speed without damage, distortion or variation in position

outline the criteria for selecting the right substrate for the job and the ink and substrate compatibility

describe the characteristics of solvents and ink additives and compatibility to this ink system

explain the process for the correct positioning, registering and screen locking, and outline correct positioning of the squeegee or flood coater

describe factors that contribute to the adjustment requirements of the frame

explain the shore hardness of the squeegee blade and the process of selection

explain the relationship between ink deposit, squeegee speed and belt speed and temperature of the drying or curing unit

explain the health and safety requirements when working with infra-red or UV curing units

summarise routine maintenance to be undertaken on this drying or curing unit

outline the ink drying or ink curing characteristics of different substrates

explain the health and safety concerns when using an automatic machine

describe the assessment of colour to ensure it conforms to job specifications and other important checks to be completed on the initial proof run before continuing

describe the ongoing evaluation of print quality and substrate feeding during the run

identify ideal printing speeds for different substrates

describe the effect of humidity on the substrate

outline the ongoing maintenance of the correct viscosity of ink during the run and methods to determine if print is dried or cured before handling

describe the handling of the output to prevent offsetting of ink, blocking, sweating or rewetting of ink

describe the effect that weather conditions could have on output capacity

explain the importance of determining the exact output count and recording production details on the job sheet

describe the health hazards associated with ink or solvents

outline the correct procedure for removing the ink without damaging the screen

outline the correct method of cleaning squeegees or flood coaters, machine and surrounding area and the maintenance that is required on the machine after printing is completed

identify required manuals, safety and other documentation and briefly outline the relevant information in each source.