Maintain automatic/semi-automatic multi-colour over-printing machinery

Keep over-printing machinery in a clean and safe operating condition

1. clean machinery following manufacturer's instructions, safe systems of work and codes of practice
2. check it is safe to start cleaning activities following standard operating procedures
3. supervise cleaning work of any machine assistants under your direction
4. run machinery to clean it checking all guards are in place and functioning before starting work
5. isolate machinery before starting cleaning following standard operating procedures
6. use cleaning equipment and materials suitable for machinery
7. remove any build-up of materials and dust in or around machinery following standard operating procedures
8. clean filters, grippers, cylinders, rollers, wash-up devices, sleeves, ducts, troughs and re-circulating equipment following standard operating procedures
9. use suitable personal protective equipment following standard operating procedures
10. dispose of used cleaning agents and waste materials following current environmental regulations
11. check machinery is safe to operate, and all guards are fitted on completion

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Maintain multi-colour over-printing machinery in working order

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12. obtain schedule of maintenance for machinery following standard operating procedures
13. identify lubrication points on machinery and manufacturer's recommended types of lubricant and lubrication intervals
14. check maintenance plans are implemented and kept up to date as far as is possible within the time allowed by your company for lubrication and maintenance
15. replenish and use lubrication equipment following standard operating procedures
16. identify filters on machinery and on associated equipment following standard operating procedures
17. check filters are cleaned and/or replaced following standard operating procedures
18. examine presses for defective components or excessive wear at regular intervals
19. remove and replace defective or worn components following standard operating procedures
20. keep records of faults that occur or are developing and check that action is taken to deal with them
21. change blankets or image transfer or impression materials following standard operating procedures
22. check ink metering and transfer parts/consumables are in serviceable condition and set to the manufacturer's specifications
23. replace ink metering and transfer parts/consumables following standard operating procedures
24. maintain a list of parts or consumables likely to require periodic replacement and identify those parts that may be required at short notice
25. check parts or consumables identified as being required to be kept 'in stock' are available in the required quantities

Health and safety

1. your legal duties for health and safety in the workplace as defined by the relevant health and safety legislation
2. your duties and responsibilities for health and safety as defined by any specific legislation covering your job role
3. workplace health and safety procedures
4. hazards and risks in the workplace, their assessment and the action to take to deal with them
5. hazards and risks in your own job, their assessment and the action to take to deal with them - including relevant regulations on the safe handling of equipment and materials
6. manufacturer's health and safety requirements relevant to your job
7. personal protective equipment used
8. how to stop machinery in the event of an emergency
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   Communication

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9. with colleagues and suppliers
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Workplace policy and practice

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10. workplace objectives, priorities, standards and procedures
11. working practices existing in the workplace
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The operation of equipment

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12. range of adjustments and settings on over-printing units*

Printing

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13. principles of the printing process(es) used on the over-printing machinery
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The causes and treatment of common faults

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14. machine faults
15. processing faults
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Administrative procedures

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16. recording and reporting
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Environmental

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17. legal requirements for the classification, storage, carriage and disposal of waste
18. environmental legislation that covers processes in your company
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Problem solving

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19. types of problems that may need to be solved
20. sources of information
21. techniques for solving complex problems
22. techniques for assessing machine faults
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Cleaning, lubrication and maintenance

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23. principal activities involved with machine cleaning, lubrication and maintenance
24. roles and responsibilities for cleaning, lubrication and maintenance
25. machine faults and how they can be rectified
26. maintenance plans for machines you operate
27. which components wear or become degraded over time
28. what is meant by the phrase 'safe system of work' and how it applies to cleaning, lubrication and maintenance activities
29. choice and use of suitable cleaning agents and lubricants
30. parts of the machine you are allowed to clean, lubricate and maintain