PROPF329 – Control automated stitch and trim processes
Overview
This standard is for print finishers using automated stitch and trim processes. It is likely to be most useful for those working on newspapers and periodicals.
They will be expected to control the equipment whilst running production jobs.
This standard consists of three elements:
Co-ordinate automated stitch and trim operations
Monitor the quality of output from automated stitch and trim operations
Diagnose and rectify faults in automated stitch and trim processes
This is what the standard covers:
identifying the job requirements
checking that machinery is in a fit condition and that safety devices are in place
co-ordinating the operation of machinery
checking and adjusting settings, where necessary to maintain production
checking that the output meets quality requirements
identifying faults and taking action to deal with them
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
Co-ordinate automated stitch and trim operations
check that machines are operating satisfactorily and that output meets production requirements during the entire operation
check at regular intervals that the supply of materials is sufficient to maintain output at the required level
take appropriate action to restore production when shortfalls and stoppages occur in accordance with organisational procedures
assist operators as soon as they require your help
run machines at the speed required to meet production targets, achieve quality standards and minimise downtime
keep accurate and legible production records in accordance with organisational procedures
deal with requests for information in a polite, helpful and informative way in accordance with organisational procedures
Monitor the quality of output from automated stitch and trim operations
check samples of the output of all machines under your control to verify it is of the expected quality
identify the reasons for reductions in quality standards
report machine malfunction, when you identify this as the cause of variation in quality standards, in accordance with organisational procedures
check reports of problems made by operators and identify action required
use methods of testing tools and machinery which are appropriate to the type and condition of the output
report the details of faults to those affected in a way that highlights the implications
Diagnose and rectify faults in automated stitch and trim machinery
identify the cause of problems which produce a shortfall in output, cause damage or distortion to the end product, affect the efficient operation of machinery or create risks to health and safety
determine the action required to remedy faults and solve problems
rectify faults using approved methods and machinery
report faults which are not your job to deal with in a prompt and accurate way in accordance with organisational procedures
give sufficient information about faults to colleagues who are responsible for remedying them
test machines to confirm that they are safe to run, after faults are rectified, in accordance with organisational procedures
keep records that identify recurring machine faults in accordance with organisational procedures
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand
your duties and responsibilities for health and safety as defined by any specific legislation covering your job role
regulations such as those covering manual handling, noise at work, personal protective equipment, safe handling of equipment and materials, and the safe use of computer equipment
workplace policies and written operating procedures relating to written health and safety policy statement, provision, use and processes of workplace equipment, training, prohibited equipment, young persons, safe systems of work
the way you actually do your job, more particularly the activities and techniques and the way that materials and equipment are used
typical hazards and risks in the printing industry and those that relate to your own job
risk assessment techniques and the action to take to deal with them
codes of practice relevant to your role and where to obtain information on them
manufacturers' and suppliers' health and safety instructions and advice for operating machinery, guarding machinery and data sheets for substances harmful to health
the requirements for personal presentation including personal hygiene, suitable clothing and accessories, fitness for work, such as not under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication, smoking policies in the workplace
how to stop a machine in the event of an emergency
the purpose of automated stitch and trim processes
the information and materials required to meet job specification
safety devices found on automated stitch and trim machinery, their purpose and how to check they are functional
how to set up and adjust automated stitch and trim machinery to meet job requirements
the causes of common faults and how to rectify them including a shortfall in output, damage or distortion to the end product, inefficient operation of machinery or risks to health and safety
the causes of faults with raw materials, processes and machinery used in your business and how to identify and treat them
techniques for controlling quality including inspection, testing, sampling and use of input and output controls
the impact that faults, in the process you are involved with, have on later processes and the quality of the end product
types of problems that may need to be solved including machinery - electrical, mechanical, electronic, settings, component wear and tear, consumables needing replacement, materials - defects, shortages, incompatibility, systems, organisation and lack of skills or knowledge
sources of information for solving problems including manufacturer's documentation / troubleshooting guides, colleagues, tutors / trainers / mentors and reference material – in house or external, such as the internet
techniques for solving complex problems including changing one thing only at a time and assessing effect of the change, using the problem solving cycle, root cause analysis, brainstorming and visual representations, such as fishbone / mindmap diagrams
techniques for assessing machine faults including observation, listening, inspection of product, reports from colleagues / log reports, touch or smell (if safe to do so) and testing, such as electrical, mechanical, electronic
the types of paper, board and other commonly used substrates including commonly used uncoated, coated, embossed papers and boards
the grammage, thickness, opacity, brightness/whiteness, strength, dimensional stability, gloss of paper, board and other commonly used substrates
how to maintain the quality of materials and protect them from damage, humidity and temperature during storage and handling
how to label and identify materials
Scope/range
Operators should be able to deal with all running problems within his/her responsibility. Operators are also responsible for ensuring that the machine is in a safe and clean condition for normal production operations.
PROPF329 – Control automated stitch and trim processes
Overview
This standard is for print finishers using automated stitch and trim processes. It is likely to be most useful for those working on newspapers and periodicals.
They will be expected to control the equipment whilst running production jobs.
This standard consists of three elements:
This is what the standard covers:
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
Co-ordinate automated stitch and trim operations
Monitor the quality of output from automated stitch and trim operations
Diagnose and rectify faults in automated stitch and trim machinery
Knowledge and understanding
You need to know and understand
Scope/range
Operators should be able to deal with all running problems within his/her responsibility. Operators are also responsible for ensuring that the machine is in a safe and clean condition for normal production operations.
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