QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR RUBBER INDUSTRY

Contents
1. Introduction and Contacts..… .… .… .… .… .…1
2. Qualifications Pack……….…….......................2

What are 3. OS Units……………………..…….……………………….2

Occupational
Standards(OS)?

 OS describe what
individuals need
to do, know and
understand in
order to carry out Introduction
a particular job
role or function Qualifications Pack- Injection Moulding Operator
 OS are
performance SECTOR: RUBBER INDUSTRY
standards that SUB-SECTOR: 1. Tyre 2. Non- Tyre
individuals must
achieve when OCCUPATION: Moulding/Curing
carrying out
REFERENCE ID: RSC/ Q 0207
functions in the
workplace,
Brief Job Description: The Injection moulding operator is responsible for feeding
together with
the rubber compound/strip into the Injection moulding machine for making
specifications of
rubber parts
the underpinning
knowledge and Personal Attributes: This job requires the individual to be result oriented.At all
understanding times he should strive to achieve highest quality standards. The operator is
expected to be able to work in a factory environment.
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 Qualification pack for Injection moulding operator

Qualifications Pack Code RSC/ Q 0207

Injection Moulding Operator
Job Role
Job Details

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
Version number 1.0
[OPTIONAL]
Sector Rubber Drafted on 20/03/13
Sub-sector Tyre and Non- tyre Last reviewed on 05/05/13

Occupation Moulding/Curing Next review date 05/05/14

Job Role Injection Moulding Operator

The Injection moulding operator is responsible for feeding the

rubber compound/strip into the Injection moulding machine
Role Description
for making rubber parts

NVEQF/NVQF level 4
Minimum Educational Qualifications* Class X
Maximum Educational Qualifications* ITI/Graduate in Science
Training
Training on operation of machinery
(Suggested but not mandatory)
Experience Worked as a semi-skilled helper for 3-6 months in the same
role
Compulsory:
1. RSC/ N0701 ( Prepare injection moulding machine )
2. RSC/ N0702 ( Perform injection moulding operation )
3. RSC/ N0703 ( Undertake post moulding activities )
4. RSC/ N5001 (To carry out housekeeping)
Applicable National Occupational 5. RSC/ N5002 (To carry out reporting and documentation)
Standards (NOS) 6. RSC/ N5003 (To carry out quality checks)
7. RSC/ N5004 ( To carry out problem identification and
escalation )
Optional:
8. NA

Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS units

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Keywords /Terms Description

Sector Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar
businesses and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the
Definitions

economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests.

Sub-sector Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics
and interests of its components.
Occupation Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/related set of functions
in an industry.
Function Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector,
occupation, or area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group
of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the
basis of OS.
Job Role Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique
employment opportunity in an organization.
OS OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when
carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and
understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational
Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts.
Performance Criteria Performance Criteria are statements that together specify the standard of
performance required when carrying out a task.
NOS NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context.
Qualifications Pack Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a
Code qualifications pack.
Qualifications Pack Qualifications Pack comprises the set of OS, together with the educational,
training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A Qualifications Pack
is assigned a unique qualification pack code.
Unit Code Unit Code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard , which is
denoted by an ‘N’.
Unit Title Unit Title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be
able to do.
Description Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful
to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS
they are looking for.
Knowledge and Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the
Understanding technical, generic, professional and organizational specific knowledge that an
individual needs in order to perform to the required standard.
Organizational Context Organizational Context includes the way the organization is structured and
how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have
of their relevant areas of responsibility.
Technical Knowledge Technical Knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific
designated responsibilities.
Core Skills or Generic Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning and
Skills working in today's world. These skills are typically needed in any work
environment. In the context of the OS , these include communication related
skills that are applicable to most job roles.

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National Occupational
Standard

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Overview

This unit is about preparing injection moulding machine and other accessories
for injection moulding operation to make rubber products

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Unit Code RSC/N 0701

Unit Title
National Occupational Standard

(Task) Prepare injection moulding machine

Description This unit is about preparing equipment for injection moulding operation
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:

• Ensuring housekeeping and safety in the moulding area

• Preparing the injection moulding machine
• Setting parameters on the injection moulding machine
• Loading the mould

Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope

Element Performance Criteria
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to

PC1. Ensure that injection moulding machine is clean and fit for use as per SOP
PC2. Ensure upstream feeding device is loaded and ready for operation
PC3. Ensure emergency safety feature of machine is working
PC4. Select the correct mould and distribution system (sprue, drop, runners &
gates)
PC5. Ensure that the mould is clean
PC6. Ensure that barrel & distribution system (sprue, drop, runners & gates) are
clean
Equipment readiness
PC7. Assemble the mould & distribution system properly on the platen machine
PC8. Load the mould and distribution system on the machine press for preheating
PC9. Set parameters for the injection moulding equipment (injection cycle time,
temperature and clamping pressure) , as per company’s SOP
PC10. Keep all the accessories like cleaning brush, mould release lever (made of brass
or aluminum flat), ready including mould release agent
PC11. Apply the mould release agent appropriately as per SOP
PC12. Ensure that identified rubber compound strip or granule is ready for feeding
into the Injection Moulding machine for the entire shift

PC13. Ensure that rubber compound strip or granule to be fed is approved by

laboratory
PC14. Match the batch code of each rubber compound with the batch code on the
Raw material job schedule given by the planning department
appropriateness PC15. Ensure desired shape of rubber compound strip or granule for continuous
feeding to Injection moulding machine.
PC16. Ensure, by visual inspection, that rubber compound strip or granule is of
desired quality (free of contamination/ bloom)

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PC17. Ensure housekeeping/safety in the moulding area as per SOP

PC18. Use lifting equipment such as forklift / Trolleys while lifting heavy materials
such as moulds and distribution systems to avoid physical injury.
PC19. Ensure mould lifting/ ejection/ slide mechanism of the press are properly
Health & Safety functioning
PC20. Ensure that signage indicating hot surfaces is put up wherever necessary
PC21. Adhere to all safety norms (eg wearing protective gloves,shoes, safety glasses )
PC22. Comply with health, safety, environment guidelines, regulations in accordance
with international/national standards or organizational SOP

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. Different types of Injection moulding machine operation.
KA2. Different types of mould & distribution systems
KA3. Implications of poorly prepared equipment, power failure
KA4. Importance of identifying non-conforming material and storage of the same
KA5. Risk and impact of not following defined procedures/work instructions
KA6. Escalation matrix for reporting identified problems
A. Organizational
KA7. Types of documentation in organization and importance of the same
Context
KA8. Records to be maintained and implications of non-maintenance of the same
(Knowledge of the
KA9. Importance of housekeeping (knowledge of 3S & 5S)
company /
KA10. Health, Safety and Environment guidelines, legislation and regulations as
organization and
applicable
its processes)
KA11. Personal protection( Which protective equipment to be used and how)
KA12. Impact of poor practices on health, safety and environment
KA13. Potential hazards and actions to minimize the same
KA14. Escalation matrix and escalation procedure for reporting hazards
KA15. Importance of FIFO, good shop floor practices (e.g. 5S)
KA16. The usage of different type of fire extinguisher
KA17. Impact of various practices on cost, quality, productivity, delivery and safety
KA18. Handover/ Takeover the equipment/ work area as per company’s SOP

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KB1. Injection moulding machine and operation (including typical process followed
B. Technical for different batches)
Knowledge KB2. Possible causes of common moulding problems & their remedies
KB3. Health hazards of process and compounding ingredients
KB4. Different heating system (steam/Electrical/Thermic fluid) including correlation
of steam pressure and temperature)
KB5. Operation of PLC or touch screen computer consoles
KB6. Checks to be done on the flash to minimize leakage
KB7. Use of cleaner batches

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KB8. Influence of parameters (e.g. time, temperature, pressure) on Injection

moulding operation
KB9. Use of different mould release agents
KB10. Type of defects/problems leading to rejections, indicators, reasons and
possible solutions.
KB11. Cleanliness and safety requirements for commencing a injection moulding
operation
KB12. Units of measurement
KB13. Response to emergencies e.g. Power failures, fire and system failures and
manual intervention to avoid disaster
KB14. Appropriate batch size with respect to appropriate machinery
KB15. Use of weighing scale, time, temperature & pressure measurement

Skills (S)
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Construct simple sentences and express ideas clearly through written
communication
SA2. Fill up appropriate technical forms, process charts, activity logs in required
format of the company
SA3. Write simple letters, mails, etc
SA4. Perform functional mathematical operations, including apply basic
mathematical principles, such as numbers and space, and techniques such as
estimation and approximation, for practical purposes
Reading and Understanding Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
A. Core Skills/ SA5. Read and understand manuals, health and safety instructions, memos, reports,
Generic Skills job cards etc
SA6. Read images, graphs, diagrams
SA7. Understand the various coding systems as per company norms
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA8. Express statements, opinions or information clearly so that others can hear
and understand
SA9. Respond appropriately to any queries
SA10. Communicate with supervisor
SA11. Communicate with upstream and downstream teams
SA12. Work in a team and other behavioral skills required to support the small group
activities (Quality Circle, Cross Functional Team, Suggestion Scheme)
Integrity

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The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA13. Practice honesty with respect to company property and time
SA14. Communicate with people in a form and manner and using language that is
open and respectful
SA15. Resolve any difficulties in relationships with colleagues , or get help from an
appropriate person, in a way that preserves goodwill and trust
Motivation
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA16. Take responsibility for completing one’s own work assignment
SA17. Take initiative to enhance/learn skills in ones’s area of work
SA18. The capacity to learn from experience in a range of settings and scenarios and
the capacity to reflect on and analyse one’s learning.
SA19. Is open to new ways of doing things
SA20. The capacity to envisage and articulate personal goals; to develop strategies
and take action to achieve them.
Reliability

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA21. Avoid absenteeism
SA22. Act objectively , rather than impulsively or emotionally when faced with
difficult/stressful or emotional situations
SA23. Work in disciplined factory environment
SA24. Be punctual
Material and Equipment Handling
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. Handle injection moulding machine
SB2. Assemble/load mould on the plate
SB3. Handle rubber compound
SB4. Handle chemicals
B. Professional Skills SB5. The capacity to apply technology, combining the physical and sensory skills
needed to operate equipment with the understanding of scientific and
technological principles needed to explore and adapt systems.

Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6. Diagnose common problems in the machine based on visual inspection, sound
, temperature etc
SB7. Suggest improvements(if any) in process based on experience

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code
RSC / N 0701

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
Version number 1.0
[OPTIONAL]
Industry Rubber Manufacturing Drafted on 20/03/13
Industry Sub-sector Tyre and Non- tyre Last reviewed on 05/05/13

Next review date 05/05/14

Back to QP

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National Occupational
Standard

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Overview

This unit is about performing injection moulding operation to make rubber

products
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Unit Code RSC / N 0702

Unit Title
National Occupational Standard

(Task) Perform injection moulding operation

Description This unit is about performing injection moulding operation
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
• Ensuring housekeeping and safety in the moulding area
• Operate the machine
• Feed rubber compound and other materials into the machine
• Does not cover blown/expanded products
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance Criteria

Raw material To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to :

appropriateness PC1. Handle the rubber compound to avoid contamination

PC2. Load the material in the correct pattern as per SOP to minimize material
overflow/ wastage/ excess flash
PC3. Check the identified feed strip for dimension uniformity/identified granules
PC4. Make the rubber compound strip or granule ready for feeding into the
machine
PC5. Start the machine and feeding simultaneously
Operations
PC6. Ensure that moulding pressure and temperature is maintained during the
curing cycle
PC7. Ensure mould lifting/ ejection/ slide mechanism of the press are properly
functioning
PC8. Cure the product as per SOP
PC9. Remove the cured product from the mould as per SOP.

PC10. Ensure Housekeeping and Safety in mixing area

PC11. Adhere to all other safety norms (like wearing shoes)
Health & Safety
PC12. Comply with health, safety, environment guidelines, regulations in accordance
with international/national standards or organizational SOP

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

A. Organizational The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
Context KA1. Different types of batches that are run in plant
(Knowledge of the KA2. Injection moulding process to get minimum rejection
company / KA3. Curing process and effect of the same
organization and KA4. Types of different heating processes (steam, electrical, thermic fluid)
its processes) KA5. Implications of poorly prepared material, power failure
KA6. Material disposal procedure, importance of appropriate disposal of material

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and implications of not following the material disposal procedure

KA7. Quality and damage checks to be done and importance of the same
KA8. Importance of identifying non-conforming products and storage of the same
KA9. Risk and impact of not following defined procedures/work instructions
KA10. Escalation matrix for reporting identified issues
KA11. Types of documentation in organization and importance of the same
KA12. Records to be maintained and implications of non-maintenance of the same
KA13. Importance of housekeeping & good shop floor practices (knowledge of 3S &
5S)
KA14. Health, Safety and Environment guidelines, legislation and regulations as
applicable
KA15. Personal protection (Which protective equipment to be used and how)
KA16. Impact of poor practices on health, safety and environment
KA17. Potential hazards and actions to minimize the same
KA18. Escalation matrix and escalation procedure for reporting hazards
KA19. Importance of FIFO
KA20. The usage of different fire extinguisher
KA21. Impact of various practices on cost, quality, productivity, delivery and safety
KA22. Handover/ Takeover the equipment/ work area as per company’s SOP

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand

KB1. Possible causes of common moulding problems & their remedies
KB2. Cleanliness and safety requirements for operating a Injection moulding
machine
KB3. Influence of parameters (e.g. time, temperature, pressure) on injection
moulding operation
KB4. Injection moulding operation to get minimum rejection
KB5. Operation of moulding machine (Equipment working, possible setting levels,
typical process followed for different batches)
B. Technical
KB6. Different types of Injection moulding machine, distributions systems and
Knowledge
moulds.
KB7. Operation of multiple presses with common power pack and importance of
sequencing
KB8. Specific pressure required for different types of moulding
KB9. Influence of time and temperature on curing of thick products
KB10. State of curing – undercuring and overcuring
KB11. Effect of improper processing on properties of rubber compound & product
KB12. Units of measurement
KB13. Response to emergencies e.g. Power failures, fire and system failures and
manual intervention to avoid disaster
KB14. Appropriate batch size with respect to appropriate machinery
KB15. Use of weighing scale, time, temperature & pressure measurement

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Skills (S)
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Construct simple sentences and express ideas clearly through written
communication
SA2. Fill up appropriate technical forms, process charts, activity logs in required
format of the company
SA3. Write simple letters, mails, etc
SA4. Perform functional mathematical operations, including apply basic
mathematical principles, such as numbers and space, and techniques such as
estimation and approximation, for practical purposes
Reading and Understanding Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA5. Read and understand manuals, health and safety instructions, memos, reports,
job cards etc
SA6. Read images, graphs, diagrams
SA7. Understand the various coding systems as per company norms
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA8. Express statements, opinions or information clearly so that others can hear
A. Core Skills/
and understand
Generic Skills
SA9. Respond appropriately to any queries
SA10. Communicate with supervisor
SA11. Communicate with upstream and downstream teams
SA12. Work in a team and other behavioral skills required to support the small group
activities (Quality Circle, Cross Functional Team, Suggestion Scheme)
Integrity

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA13. Practice honesty with respect to company property and time
SA14. Communicate with people in a form and manner and using language that is
open and respectful
SA15. Resolve any difficulties in relationships with colleagues , or get help from an
appropriate person, in a way that preserves goodwill and trust
Motivation
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA16. Take responsibility for completing one’s own work assignment
SA17. Take initiative to enhance/learn skills in ones’s area of work
SA18. The capacity to learn from experience in a range of settings and scenarios and
the capacity to reflect on and analyse one’s learning.
SA19. Is open to new ways of doing things
SA20. The capacity to envisage and articulate personal goals; to develop strategies

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and take action to achieve them.

Reliability

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA21. Avoid absenteeism
SA22. Act objectively , rather than impulsively or emotionally when faced with
difficult/stressful or emotional situations
SA23. Work in disciplined factory environment
SA24. Be punctual
Material and Equipment Handling
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. Handle and operation of injection moulding machine and related accessories
SB2. Handle rubber compound
SB3. Handle chemicals
B. Professional Skills SB4. The capacity to apply technology, combining the physical and sensory skills
needed to operate equipment with the understanding of scientific and
technological principles needed to explore and adapt systems.
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. Diagnose common problems in the machine based on visual inspection, sound
, temperature etc
SB6. Suggest improvements(if any) in process based on experience

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code
RSC / N 0702

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
Version number 1.0
[OPTIONAL]
Industry Rubber Manufacturing Drafted on 20/03/13
Industry Sub-sector Tyre and Non- tyre Last reviewed on 05/05/13

Next review date 05/05/14

Back to QP

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National Occupational
Standard

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Overview

This unit is about undertaking activities post injection moulding operation to

make rubber products
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Unit Code RSC / N 0703

Unit Title
National Occupational Standard

(Task) Undertake post moulding activities

Description This unit is about undertaking activities after injection moulding operation
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:

• Ensuring housekeeping and safety in the moulding area

• Remove cured piece
• Trim the piece to remove flash
• Effect cleaning of compound feed mechanism, mould runner grooves, gating
points after completion of continuous injection cycle using the same
compound
• Form appropriate batches of the product
• Mark the batch for proper identification for further processing
• Send sample to lab for testing
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope

Element Performance Criteria

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to

PC1. Remove cured product properly as per SOP

PC2. Remove the cured compound from the pot/ flow grooves and ensure clean
mould for next cycle
Operation
PC3. Trim the piece to remove flash in a manner that does not cause injury to the
operator or the product
PC4. Ensure finishing operation including surface treatment of the cured product if
required as per SOP before sending to inspection/warehouse.

Material disposal PC5. Dispose waste material in safe manner as per company’s SOP

PC6. Ensure identification and traceability by batch marking/ coding for the right
Batch Marking product as per instructions laid down by the company (in terms of batch
number, colour, date stamp )

PC7. Send sample of specified compound/ batch in specified form to lab for testing
Sampling
PC8. Send the remaining material to the designated storage area

PC9. Ensure mould lifting/ ejection/ slide mechanism of the press are properly
Health & Safety functioning
PC10. Adhere to all safety norms (like wearing protective gloves, shoes, safety
glasses)

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PC11. Comply with health, safety, environment guidelines, regulations in accordance

with international/national standards or organizational SOP

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. Implications of poorly prepared material, power failure
KA2. Significance of batch marking
KA3. Importance of identifying non-conforming product and storage of the same
A. Organizational KA4. Risk and impact of not following defined procedures/work instructions
Context KA5. Escalation matrix and procedure for reporting identified problems
(Knowledge of the KA6. Types of documentation in organization and importance of the same
company / KA7. Records to be maintained and implications of non-maintenance of the same
organization and KA8. Importance of housekeeping & good shop floor practice (knowledge of 3S & 5S)
its processes) KA9. Health, Safety and Environment guidelines, legislation and regulations as
applicable
KA10. Personal protection( Which protective equipment to be used and how)
KA11. Potential hazards and actions to minimize the same
KA12. Impact of poor practices on health, safety and environment
KA13. Escalation matrix and procedure for reporting hazards
KA14. Handover/ Takeover the equipment/ work area as per company’s SOP
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KB1. Mould fouling and remedial measures

KB2. Possible causes of common moulding problems & their remedies
KB3. Loading/unloading mechanisms and aids
B. Technical KB4. State of curing – undercuring and overcuring
Knowledge KB5. The process and importance of quality check, including visual, hardness and
dimension check
KB6. Cleanliness and safety requirements for deflashing
KB7. Units of measurement
KB8. Coding systems for identification and traceability
KB9. Use of weighing scales, time, temperature & pressure measurement
KB10. Storage life of the compound
KB11. Ambient temperature and effect on compound

Skills (S)
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Construct simple sentences and express ideas clearly through written
A. Core Skills/ communication
Generic Skills SA2. Fill up appropriate technical forms, process charts, activity logs in required
format of the company
SA3. Write simple letters, mails, etc
SA4. Perform functional mathematical operations, including apply basic

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mathematical principles, such as numbers and space, and techniques such as

estimation and approximation, for practical purposes

Reading and Understanding Skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA5. Read and understand manuals, health and safety instructions, memos, reports,
job cards etc
SA6. Read images, graphs, diagrams
SA7. Understand the various coding systems as per company norms
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA8. Express statements, opinions or information clearly so that others can hear
and understand
SA9. Respond appropriately to any queries
SA10. Communicate with supervisor
SA11. Communicate with upstream and downstream teams
SA12. Work in a team and other behavioral skills required to support the small group
activities (Quality Circle, Cross Functional Team, Suggestion Scheme)
Integrity

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA13. Practice honesty with respect to company property and time
SA14. Communicate with people in a form and manner and using language that is
open and respectful
SA15. Resolve any difficulties in relationships with colleagues , or get help from an
appropriate person, in a way that preserves goodwill and trust
Motivation
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA16. Take responsibility for completing one’s own work assignment
SA17. Take initiative to enhance/learn skills in ones’s area of work
SA18. The capacity to learn from experience in a range of settings and scenarios and
the capacity to reflect on and analyse one’s learning.
SA19. Is open to new ways of doing things
SA20. The capacity to envisage and articulate personal goals; to develop strategies
and take action to achieve them.
Reliability

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA21. Avoid absenteeism
SA22. Act objectively , rather than impulsively or emotionally when faced with
difficult/stressful or emotional situations
SA23. Work in disciplined factory environment
SA24. Be punctual

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Material and Equipment Handling

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. Handling tools for deflashing
SB2. Handle rubber product
SB3. Handle chemicals
B. Professional Skills SB4. The capacity to apply technology, combining the physical and sensory skills
needed to operate equipment with the understanding of scientific and
technological principles needed to explore and adapt systems.
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. Diagnose common problems in the machine based on visual inspection, sound
, temperature etc
SB6. Suggest improvements(if any) in process based on experience

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code
RSC / N 0703

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
Version number 1.0
[OPTIONAL]
Industry Rubber Manufacturing Drafted on 20/03/13
Industry Sub-sector Tyre and Non- tyre Last reviewed on 05/05/13

Next review date 05/05/14

Back to QP

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National Occupational
Standard

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Overview

This unit is about carrying out housekeeping

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Unit Code RSC / N 5001

Unit Title
National Occupational Standard

(Task) To carry out housekeeping

Description This unit is about carrying out housekeeping activities
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:

• Preparing for housekeeping activities

• Carry out housekeeping activities
• Post housekeeping activities

Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope

Element Performance Criteria

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. Inspect the area while taking into account various surfaces
PC2. Identify the material requirements for cleaning the areas inspected, by
considering risk, time, efficiency and type of stain
PC3. Ensure that the cleaning equipment is in proper working condition
PC4. Select the suitable alternatives for cleaning the areas in case the appropriate
Pre housekeeping equipment and materials are not available and inform the appropriate person
activities PC5. Plan the sequence for cleaning the area to avoid re-soiling clean areas and
surfaces
PC6. Inform the affected people about the cleaning activity
PC7. Display the appropriate signage for the work being conducted
PC8. Ensure that there is adequate ventilation for the work being carried out
PC9. Wear the personal protective equipment required for the cleaning method and
materials being used

PC10. Use the correct cleaning method for the work area, type of soiling and surface
PC11. Carry out cleaning activity without disturbing others
PC12. Deal with accidental damage, if any, caused while carrying out the work
Operations
PC13. Report to the appropriate person any difficulties in carrying out your work
PC14. Identify and report to the appropriate person any additional cleaning required
that is outside one’s responsibility or skill

PC15. Ensure that there is no oily substance on the floor to avoid slippage
PC16. Ensure that no scrap material is lying around
Post housekeeping PC17. Maintain and store housekeeping equipment and supplies
activities PC18. Follow workplace procedures to deal with any accidental damage caused
during the cleaning process
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meets requirements
PC20. Return the equipment, materials and personal protective equipment that were
used to the right places making sure they are clean, safe and securely stored
PC21. Dispose the waste garnered from the activity in an appropriate manner
PC22. Dispose of used and un-used solutions according to manufacturer’s
instructions, and clean the equipment thoroughly

PC23. Maintain schedules and records for housekeeping duty

General
PC24. Replenish any necessary supplies or consumables

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KB1. The levels of hygiene required by workplace and why it is important to

maintain them during your work
KB2. How to inspect a work area to decide what cleaning it needs
KB3. Methods and materials that used for cleaning variety of surfaces
KB4. The types of cleansing agents that are not to be mixed together
KB5. The correct method for cleaning equipment and/or machinery used during
your work
KB6. The importance of personal protective equipment
KB7. Appropriate personal protective equipment for the work area,cleaning
B. Technical equipment, tools, materials and chemicals used
Knowledge KB8. The correct sequence for cleaning the work area
KB9. The time taken by the treatment to work
KB10. The importance of following manufacturer's instructions on cleaning agents
KB11. The most appropriate place to carry out test cleans and why this should be
done before applying treatments
KB12. The importance of applying treatments evenly and the effect of not doing this
KB13. Process of cleaning the surfaces without causing injury or damage
KB14. The method to check the treated surface and equipment on completion of
cleaning
KB15. Procedures for reporting any unidentified soiling
KB16. Procedures for disposing off waste
KB17. Procedures for disposing off or storing personal protective equipment
KB18. Escalation procedures for soils or stains that could not be removed

Skills (S)
Writing Skills
A. Core Skills/ The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
Generic Skills SA1. Construct simple sentences and express ideas clearly through written
communication
SA2. Fill up appropriate technical forms, process charts, activity logs in required

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format of the company

SA3. Write simple letters, mails, etc
SA4. Perform functional mathematical operations, including apply basic
mathematical principles, such as numbers and space, and techniques such as
estimation and approximation, for practical purposes
Reading and Understanding Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA5. Read and understand manuals, health and safety instructions, memos, reports,
job cards etc
SA6. Read images, graphs, diagrams
SA7. Understand the various coding systems as per company norms
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA8. Express statements, opinions or information clearly so that others can hear
and understand
SA9. Respond appropriately to any queries
SA10. Communicate with supervisor
SA11. Communicate with upstream and downstream teams
SA12. Work in a team and other behavioral skills required to support the small group
activities (Quality Circle, Cross Functional Team, Suggestion Scheme)
Integrity

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA13. Practice honesty with respect to company property and time
SA14. Communicate with people in a form and manner and using language that is
open and respectful
SA15. Resolve any difficulties in relationships with colleagues , or get help from an
appropriate person, in a way that preserves goodwill and trust
Motivation
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA16. Take responsibility for completing one’s own work assignment
SA17. Take initiative to enhance/learn skills in ones’s area of work
SA18. The capacity to learn from experience in a range of settings and scenarios and
the capacity to reflect on and analyse one’s learning.
SA19. Is open to new ways of doing things
SA20. The capacity to envisage and articulate personal goals; to develop strategies
and take action to achieve them.
Reliability

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA21. Avoid absenteeism
SA22. Act objectively , rather than impulsively or emotionally when faced with
difficult/stressful or emotional situations

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SA23. Work in disciplined factory environment

SA24. Be punctual

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Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
Version number 1.0
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Industry Rubber Manufacturing Drafted on 20/03/13
Industry Sub-sector Tyre and Non- tyre Last reviewed on 05/05/13

Next review date 05/05/14

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National Occupational
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Overview

This unit is about reporting and documentation

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Unit Code RSC / N 5002

Unit Title
National Occupational Standard

(Task) To carry out reporting and documentation

Description This unit is about carrying out reporting and documentation
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:

• Reporting of data/problem/incidents etc

• Documentation
• Information Security
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope

Element Performance Criteria

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. Report data/problems/incidents as applicable in a timely manner
Reporting
PC2. Report to the appropriate authority as laid down by the company
PC3. Follow reporting procedures as prescribed by the company

PC4. Identify documentation to be completed relating to one’s role

PC5. Record details accurately an appropriate format
PC6. Complete all documentation within stipulated time according to company
Recording and
procedure
Documentation
PC7. Ensure that the final document meets with the requirements of the persons
who requested it or make any amendments accordingly
PC8. Make sure documents are available to all appropriate authorities to inspect

PC9. Respond to requests for information in an appropriate manner whilst following

Information Security organizational procedures
PC10. Inform the appropriate authority of requests for information received

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KB1. Different methods of recording information

KB2. Various documents that need to be maintained
B. Technical KB3. Company procedure for filling/maintaining up the documents
Knowledge KB4. Procedures for reporting to the appropriate authority
KB5. Procedures for recording damage, breakages etc
KB6. Reporting incidents where standard operating procedures are not followed
KB7. The importance of complete and accurate documentation
KB8. How to maintain complete documentation accurately and within agreed
timescales
KB9. The importance of ensuring that the documents are correct

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KB10. The actions to be taken if the documents are not correct

KB11. The importance of maintaining the security and confidentiality of recorded
information
KB12. Procedures to maintain confidentiality of information
KB13. The appropriate method for responding to requests for information
KB14. The reporting procedures to followed before disclosing information to any
outside party

Skills (S)
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Construct simple sentences and express ideas clearly through written
communication
SA2. Fill up appropriate technical forms, process charts, activity logs in required
format of the company
SA3. Write simple letters, mails, etc
SA4. Perform functional mathematical operations, including apply basic
mathematical principles, such as numbers and space, and techniques such as
estimation and approximation, for practical purposes
Reading and Understanding Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA5. Read and understand manuals, health and safety instructions, memos, reports,
job cards etc
SA6. Read images, graphs, diagrams
A. Core Skills/ SA7. Understand the various coding systems as per company norms
Generic Skills Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA8. Express statements, opinions or information clearly so that others can hear
and understand
SA9. Respond appropriately to any queries
SA10. Communicate with supervisor
SA11. Communicate with upstream and downstream teams
SA12. Work in a team and other behavioral skills required to support the small group
activities (Quality Circle, Cross Functional Team, Suggestion Scheme)
Integrity

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA13. Practice honesty with respect to company property and time
SA14. Communicate with people in a form and manner and using language that is
open and respectful
SA15. Resolve any difficulties in relationships with colleagues , or get help from an
appropriate person, in a way that preserves goodwill and trust

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Motivation
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA16. Take responsibility for completing one’s own work assignment
SA17. Take initiative to enhance/learn skills in ones’s area of work
SA18. The capacity to learn from experience in a range of settings and scenarios and
the capacity to reflect on and analyse one’s learning.
SA19. Is open to new ways of doing things
SA20. The capacity to envisage and articulate personal goals; to develop strategies
and take action to achieve them.
Reliability

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA21. Avoid absenteeism
SA22. Act objectively , rather than impulsively or emotionally when faced with
difficult/stressful or emotional situations
SA23. Work in disciplined factory environment
SA24. Be punctual

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code
RSC / N 5002

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
Version number 1.0
[OPTIONAL]
Industry Rubber Manufacturing Drafted on 20/03/13
Industry Sub-sector Tyre and Non- tyre Last reviewed on 05/05/13

Next review date 05/05/14

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National Occupational
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Overview

This unit is about carrying out quality checks

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Unit Code RSC / N 5003

Unit Title
National Occupational Standard

(Task) To carry out quality checks

Description This unit is about carrying out quality control activities
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:

• Carrying out quality checks to identify problems

• Take corrective actions
• Reporting the results

Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope

Element Performance Criteria

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. Ensure that total range of checks are regularly and consistently performed
Inspection
PC2. Use appropriate measuring instruments, equipment, tools, accessories etc ,as
required

PC3. Identify non-conformities to quality assurance standards

PC4. Identify potential causes of non-conformities to quality assurance standards
PC5. Identify impact on final product due to non-conformance to company
Analysis standards
PC6. Evaluating the need for action to ensure that problems do not recur
PC7. Suggest corrective action to address problem
PC8. Review effectiveness of corrective action

PC9. Interpret the results of the quality check correctly

PC10. Take up results of the findings with QC in charge/appropriate authority.
PC11. Take up the results of the findings within stipulated time
PC12. Record of results of action taken
Reporting
PC13. Record adjustments not covered by established procedures for future
reference
PC14. Review effectiveness of action taken
PC15. Follow reporting procedures where the cause of defect cannot be identified

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
A. Technical
Knowledge KB1. The importance of quality control procedures
KB2. Relevance and importance of activities and how they contribute to the
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KB3. Proper procedure for selecting the material/product and performing quality
checks without affecting the material
KB4. Availability of work instructions, as necessary,
KB5. Characteristics of the product/material
KB6. Use of suitable equipment
KB7. Availability and use of monitoring and measuring devices,
KB8. Requirements of records
KB9. Importance of maintaining accurate up-to-date records
KB10. The need to report within the stipulated time
KB11. Implications of inaccurate measuring and testing instruments and equipment
KB12. The cost of non-conformance to quality standards
KB13. Implications (impact on internal/external customers) of defective products,
materials or components

Skills (S)
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Construct simple sentences and express ideas clearly through written
communication
SA2. Fill up appropriate technical forms, process charts, activity logs in required
format of the company
SA3. Write simple letters, mails, etc
SA4. Perform functional mathematical operations, including apply basic
mathematical principles, such as numbers and space, and techniques such as
estimation and approximation, for practical purposes
Reading and Understanding Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
A. Core Skills/ SA5. Read and understand manuals, health and safety instructions, memos, reports,
Generic Skills job cards etc
SA6. Read images, graphs, diagrams
SA7. Understand the various coding systems as per company norms
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA8. Express statements, opinions or information clearly so that others can hear
and understand
SA9. Respond appropriately to any queries
SA10. Communicate with supervisor
SA11. Communicate with upstream and downstream teams
SA12. Work in a team and other behavioral skills required to support the small group
activities (Quality Circle, Cross Functional Team, Suggestion Scheme)
Integrity

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The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA13. Practice honesty with respect to company property and time
SA14. Communicate with people in a form and manner and using language that is
open and respectful
SA15. Resolve any difficulties in relationships with colleagues , or get help from an
appropriate person, in a way that preserves goodwill and trust
Motivation
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA16. Take responsibility for completing one’s own work assignment
SA17. Take initiative to enhance/learn skills in ones’s area of work
SA18. The capacity to learn from experience in a range of settings and scenarios and
the capacity to reflect on and analyse one’s learning.
SA19. Is open to new ways of doing things
SA20. The capacity to envisage and articulate personal goals; to develop strategies
and take action to achieve them.
Reliability

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA21. Avoid absenteeism
SA22. Act objectively , rather than impulsively or emotionally when faced with
difficult/stressful or emotional situations
SA23. Work in disciplined factory environment
SA24. Be punctual

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code
RSC / N 5003

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
Version number 1.0
[OPTIONAL]
Industry Rubber Manufacturing Drafted on 20/03/13
Industry Sub-sector Tyre and Non- tyre Last reviewed on 05/05/13

Next review date 05/05/14

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National Occupational
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Overview

This unit is about problem identification and escalation

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Unit Code RSC / N 5004

Unit Title
National Occupational Standard

(Task) To carry out problem identification and escalation

Description This unit is about problem identification and escalation
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:

• Identify problems across:

- Raw materials
- Compounds
- Product
- Equipment
- Others

• Identify solutions to problems

• Take corrective action
• Escalation of unresolved identified problems
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope

Element Performance Criteria

To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:

PC1. Identify defects/indicators of problems
PC2. Identify any wrong practices that may lead to problems
Problem
PC3. Identify practices that may impact the final product quality
Identification
PC4. Identify if the problem has occurred before
PC5. Identify other operations that might be impacted by the problem
PC6. Ensure that no delays are caused as a result of failure to escalate problems

PC7. Take appropriate materials and sample, conduct tests and evaluate results to
establish reasons to confirm suspected reasons for non-conformance (where
required)
PC8. Consider possible reasons for identification of problems
PC9. Consider applicable corrections and formulate corrective action
PC10. Formulate action in a timely manner
Necessary Action PC11. Communicate problem/remedial action to appropriate parties
PC12. Take corrective action in a timely manner
PC13. Take corrective action for problems identified according to the company
procedures
PC14. Report/document problem and corrective action in an appropriate manner
PC15. Monitor corrective action
PC16. Evaluate implementation of corrective action taken to determine if the
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PC17. Ensure that corrective action selected is viable and practical

PC18. Ensure that correct solution is identified to an identified problem
PC19. Take corrective action for problems identified according to the company
procedures
PC20. Ensure that no delays are caused as a result of failure to take necessary action

PC21. Escalate problem as per laid down escalation matrix

PC22. Escalate the problem within stipulated time
Problem Escalation
PC23. Escalate the problem in an appropriate manner
PC24. Ensure that no delays are caused as a result of failure to escalate problems

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:

KB1. Indicators of problems

KB2. The working of the equipment and accessories( if applicable)
KB3. The impact of operations on the user and equipment( if applicable)
KB4. The impact of operations on the final product ( if applicable)
KB5. The effect of not rectifying the problems identified
KB6. The reason for the occurrence of previous problems
B. Technical KB7. Measures and steps that have been taken to address the previous problems
Knowledge KB8. Possible solutions for various problems
KB9. The correct method for carrying out corrective actions outlined for each
problem
KB10. The impact of not carrying out the corrective actions
KB11. The documentation procedure for recording such problems, as per company
norms
KB12. The escalation matrix for reporting problems
KB13. Escalation matrix for reporting unresolved problems
KB14. The time frame within which in which each problem needs to be escalated
KB15. Manner in which each problem needs to be escalated

Skills (S)
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Construct simple sentences and express ideas clearly through written
communication
A. Core Skills/ SA2. Fill up appropriate technical forms, process charts, activity logs in required
Generic Skills format of the company
SA3. Write simple letters, mails, etc
SA4. Perform functional mathematical operations, including apply basic
mathematical principles, such as numbers and space, and techniques such as
estimation and approximation, for practical purposes

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Reading and Understanding Skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA5. Read and understand manuals, health and safety instructions, memos, reports,
job cards etc
SA6. Read images, graphs, diagrams
SA7. Understand the various coding systems as per company norms
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA8. Express statements, opinions or information clearly so that others can hear
and understand
SA9. Respond appropriately to any queries
SA10. Communicate with supervisor
SA11. Communicate with upstream and downstream teams
SA12. Work in a team and other behavioral skills required to support the small group
activities (Quality Circle, Cross Functional Team, Suggestion Scheme)
Integrity

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA13. Practice honesty with respect to company property and time
SA14. Communicate with people in a form and manner and using language that is
open and respectful
SA15. Resolve any difficulties in relationships with colleagues , or get help from an
appropriate person, in a way that preserves goodwill and trust
Motivation
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA16. Take responsibility for completing one’s own work assignment
SA17. Take initiative to enhance/learn skills in ones’s area of work
SA18. The capacity to learn from experience in a range of settings and scenarios and
the capacity to reflect on and analyse one’s learning.
SA19. Is open to new ways of doing things
SA20. The capacity to envisage and articulate personal goals; to develop strategies
and take action to achieve them.
Reliability

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA21. Avoid absenteeism
SA22. Act objectively , rather than impulsively or emotionally when faced with
difficult/stressful or emotional situations
SA23. Work in disciplined factory environment
SA24. Be punctual

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NOS Version Control

NOS Code
RSC / N 5004

Credits(NVEQF/NVQF/NSQF)
Version number 1.0
[OPTIONAL]
Industry Rubber Manufacturing Drafted on 20/03/13
Industry Sub-sector Tyre and Non- tyre Last reviewed on 05/05/13

Next review date 05/05/14

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