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8847 Digital Copy and Print Centre Clerk

M847
Field of application Copy and print centre clerks work in private or public printing centres where black-and-white or colour photocopiers (either analog or digital) are used to reproduce documents, letters, business cards, etc.
Other job titles Photocopy clerk, copy/print shop worker

834701 - Maintain an analog or digital photocopier 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of manufacturer’s specifications
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Correct application of equipment start-up and shutdown procedures
  • Proper use of products.
  • Careful use of equipment
  • Cleanliness

Tasks

  • Place stacks of paper in the trays, keeping in mind their maximum capacities.
  • Clean the glass and wipe down the machine.
  • Check level(s) of toner and refill as needed: select product(s), pour amount needed in the appropriate location and close container(s).
  • Check the level of developing solution and refill as needed: select product, pour amount needed and close the container.
  • Refill staples in the photocopier staple unit.
  • Understand the control panel functions (number of copies, colour, contrast, reduction or enlargement, etc.).
  • Remove paper jams.

834702 - Copy documents 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Respect for deadlines
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Correct application of equipment start-up and shutdown procedures
  • Proper use of products.
  • Concern for client satisfaction.
  • Meticulous work
  • Careful handling of original
  • Careful handling of equipment

Tasks

  • Read the client’s request (number of copies, double-sided printing, paper format, finishing, etc.).
  • Check the supplies of paper and staples in the photocopier.
  • Check the original document, removing any staples or sticky notes that might interfere with the photocopying.
  • Select the analog photocopier options or configure the settings on the digital photocopier (format, single- or double-sided printing, stapled or not, etc.).
  • Place original in the manual or automatic document feeder.
  • Make a sample copy and check the quality.
  • Select or configure the number of copies.
  • Start photocopying.
  • Monitor the phocopier while it is in operation and intervene in the case of a problem.
  • Remove copies from the receptor or sorting tray(s).
  • Check the quality of the copies: cleanliness, absence of stains, etc.
  • Place copies in a box or on a cart.
  • Fill out a form.
  • Report any signs of breakage to the maintenance department or the person in charge.

526 - Package the printed products 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Correct handling of products

Tasks

  • Count or weigh the products to ensure quantity control.
  • Place the printed products in boxes.
  • Stack the boxes on pallets.
  • Operate the packaging equipment.
  • Print the labels.
  • Affix the labels on the packages.
  • Fill out the administrative forms and send them to the appropriate department or person.

528 - Transport materials and printed products Optional task or competency 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of handling equipment

Tasks

  • Receive instructions from the person in charge.
  • Verify the condition of the handling equipment.
  • Place materials and printed products on a dolly, handcart or manual pallet truck, or lift them using an electric pallet truck.
  • Move the materials within the company.
  • Place the materials or printed products in the designated areas.
  • Detect any problems and inform the person in charge.

105 - Keep the workspace clean and orderly, in an industrial setting 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of environmental laws and regulations
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of maintenance schedule
  • Compliance with the storage or warehousing plan
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Concern for using materials sparingly
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Put away the parts or products in their designated areas.
  • Clean the tools and equipment.
  • Sort and put away all materials used.
  • Clean and sweep the work areas.
  • Salvage scrap materials for recycling and dispose of waste.
  • Report signs of breakage to the maintenance service or person in charge.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.