Develop finishing processes

This standard is about conducting trials and developing finishing processes.

It includes identifying finishing processes and methods, selecting the appropriate equipment for trials and formulating trial routines.

This
standard is for those who develop finishing processes.

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1. work in line with work instructions and specifications
2. establish customer requirements in line with agreed procedures
3. assess customer requirements against production facilities
4. establish quality requirements in line with specifications
5. assess relevant technical information to formulate production processes
6. assess suitable process methods and cycles for bulk production
7. select the most appropriate production processes to achieve customer requirements
8. confirm that the nature and condition of substrates are suitable for processing
9. select suitable dyestuffs and auxiliary materials
10. produce accurate scale up quantities
11. select test methods that will give an accurate assessment
12. make adjustments to formulations when required for finishing processes
13. provide relevant information to support the development of production specifications and instructions
14. select suitable finishing processes for substrates and end uses
15. select finishing equipment which is compatible with bulk production methods
16. complete finishing instructions and supply them to appropriate people
17. seek customer approval when required in line with agreed procedures
18. complete and store accurate records and documentation in line with agreed procedures

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1. how to receive and follow work instructions, making use of the information supplied
2. how to establish customer requirements and specifications
3. the finishing systems and bulk production methods
4. methods of formulating production routines based on machine capabilities
5. how to achieve end-product characteristics
6. the condition and types of substrate, their characteristics and the remedial action to be taken when required
7. the chemicals used and their effect on finishing processes
8. the critical factors in the selection of finishes and auxiliary materials

9. how to scale up finishes and auxiliary materials

10. the adjustments to make to achieve a cost-effective finishing specification

11. the importance of achieving quality and its relation to the end user or customer
12. how to resolve problems within the work area, and within limits of personal responsibility
13. how your specific work activities relate to the whole process and limits of own responsibility and limits of your own responsibility
14. the importance of effective communication with colleagues, the lines of communication, authority and reporting procedures 
15. the organisation's rules, codes and guidelines including timekeeping and personal hygiene
16. the organisation's quality standards
17. own organisation's ethical and sustainability policies
18. the types of records kept, how they are completed and the importance of accuracy
19. the importance of complying with instructions, equipment operating procedures, safe working practices and manufacturers' instructions
20. statutory responsibilities under health, safety and environmental legislation and regulations