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Level 2
Demonstrate trade knowledge for formed shapes (letterpress/dry offset) printing
This standard has expired and is no longer available.
Version 4 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 23408.
12371 Unit Standard 8 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: use trade terms and vocabulary, calculations, formulas, measuring systems and devices when undertaking formed shapes (letterpress/dry offset) printing; meet requirements for printing bar codes; follow written instructions and complete forms; use reference material to ensure procedures are followed and required standards are met; use instruction marks applicable to the process being undertaken; demonstrate knowledge of halftones, principles of design and layout, plates, and factors contributing to production costs; explain the importance of confidentiality; and demonstrate knowledge of overprint finishes.
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Level 3
Make ready a press for dry offset single colour printing
Version 7
12373 Unit Standard 30 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: check documentation and confirm requirements for the job are available; prepare substrates for printing; check and confirm plates; identify, calculate quantities, and use inks and ink additives; position and secure plates on the press; pre-set the inking system; load machine, position substrate, and unload safely; and take a print and prepare for production run.
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CMR 13
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Print single colour work on a dry offset press
Version 6
12374 Unit Standard 10 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe factors affecting printing standards; print single colour dry offset work; identify and rectify or report problems associated with static electricity; and carry out post press tasks.
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CMR 13
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Wash up a dry offset press
Version 7
12375 Unit Standard 4 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: select the most appropriate solvents for use in wash up procedures; and wash up the press using the selected solvents, and undertake post press tasks.
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CMR 13
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Handle and store substrates used for dry offset printing
Version 7
12379 Unit Standard 4 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of substrates used in dry offset printing; and handle and store substrates used in dry offset printing.
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CMR 13
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Assist press operator for dry offset printing
Version 1 This unit standard replaced unit standard 19462.
33185 Unit Standard 15 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: follow safety requirements for the press being used; check documentation and confirm that the requirements for the job are available; handle and store substrates used in dry offset printing; identify and use additives and chemicals; assist in make ready and printing tasks; and undertake post-press tasks.
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CMR 13
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Demonstrate industry knowledge relevant to dry offset printing
Version 1
33186 Unit Standard 15 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: define and use terms and vocabulary applicable to dry offset printing; demonstrate knowledge of product bar code printing; use reference material for print operations; describe use and application of halftones for dry offset printing; demonstrate knowledge of colour theory and use colour terms; demonstrate knowledge of plates used in dry offset printing; describe the factors affecting printing standards; demonstrate knowledge of overprint finishes and environmental issues relevant to the print industry.
Consent & Moderation Requirements:
CMR 13
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Level 4
Carry out advanced maintenance for dry offset equipment
Version 7
12372 Unit Standard 5 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: adjust the systems of the dry offset printing press and associated auxiliary equipment used in the workplace; and adjust and calibrate measuring gauges and instruments as available in the workplace.
Consent & Moderation Requirements:
CMR 13
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Make ready a press for multicolour dry offset printing
Version 7
12377 Unit Standard 15 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: set up the register systems for multicolour work; prepare the press to take a print; and take a print and prepare for production run.
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CMR 13
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Print multicolour close register work on a dry offset press
Version 6
12378 Unit Standard 20 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: print multicolour close register dry offset work including halftones; and solve problems found during the print run.
Consent & Moderation Requirements:
CMR 13
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Make ready and print four or more colour process dry offset work
This standard is expiring. The last date for assessment to take place is Fri Dec 31 00:00:00 NZDT 2027.
Version 6
12380 Unit Standard 25 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: make ready a multicolour dry offset press for four or more colour process work; print four or more colour process work on a multicolour dry offset press; and solve problems encountered during the print run.
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Undertake pre-make ready for dry offset printing
Version 1
33183 Unit Standard 8 Credits
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People credited with this unit standard are able to: check documentation, and confirm requirements for the job are available; demonstrate knowledge of inks and ink additives for dry offset printing; confirm plates and substrates meet the press and job requirements.
Consent & Moderation Requirements:
CMR 13
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Data as at 2026-09-26 23:01:08.563