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Block 1, 2 question(s), maximum score 0

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Block 2, 45 question(s), maximum score 45

Question Block - 2

SECTION 1: QUESTION 1:

This Section will cover the following Exit Level outcomes:

• ELO 01: Prepare relevant needle punch production machines and load with required raw materials as specified in the product specifications in order to ensure that the machine/s is/are fully prepared for the efficient operation of the production process. 

• ELO 02: Operate relevant needle punch production machines adhering to all safety rules and regulations by starting, stopping and inching the relevant machine/s and doffing the completed product in order to achieve smooth machine operation and achieve optimum output levels. 

TOTAL WEIGHTING: 45 MARKS 

TIME: 45 MINUTES

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Question ID: 100012255312

Which one of the following fibres is used as raw material for needle punched felts or carpets?                                                           (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Cotton fibres 

 (b) 

Nylon fibres

 (c) 

Rayon fibres

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice b is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

• If choice c is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255313

Which one of the following is regarded as fibre fault during a needling process?                                                                                 (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Staple fibres

 (b) 

Contaminated fibres

 (c) 

Recycled fibres

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255314

Which of the following is part of the product specification of a needling process?                                                                                (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Product weight

 (b) 

Product width

 (c) 

Penetration Depth

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255315

Which one of the following is a consequence of applying incorrect product specifications in a needling process?                              (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It could cause machine stoppages

 (b) 

It could cause process faults

 (c) 

It could cause wastage of materials

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255316

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding nylon fibres?                                                                                             (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It has high crease properties

 (b) 

It has excellent resistance to abrasion

 (c) 

It absorbs water very easily 

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255317

What is the name of the rollers marked A in a needling machine?                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Exit rollers

 (b) 

Batch rollers

 (c) 

Infeed rollers

 (d) 

Tension rollers

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Level of Question (Middle Order)

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255318

Do you agree with the following statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                     (1 Mark)

The function of fork needles in the needling process is to mechanically bond the non-woven felt.

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255319

Which one of the following statements best describes the consequences of malfunctioning of the machine parts in a needling process machine?  (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It could cause machine stoppage

 (b) 

It could cause a reject in the product

 (c) 

It could cause time wastage

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255320

Is the following statement True or False?                                                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

It is not necessary that the correct raw materials be verified before starting the machine.

 (a) 

True

 (b) 

False

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice b is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255321

Would you agree with the following statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                               (1 Mark)

It is not important to check if attachments are functional or not.

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice b is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255322

Which one of the following is not a machine setting for the needling process machine operator?                                                        (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Machine speed

 (b) 

Meter counter

 (c) 

Crawl mode

 (d) 

None of the above

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255323

Which one of the following are the checks that are done on needle boards during a needling process?                                              (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Correct needle density

 (b) 

Quality of needles

 (c) 

Type of Needles 

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255324

Which one of the statements is correct during the needling process?                                                                                                   (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Mechanic is responsible for checking the functionality of machine sensors

 (b) 

Supervisor is responsible for checking the functionality of machine sensors

 (c) 

Operator is responsible for checking the functionality of machine sensors

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255325

Do you agree with the following statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                     (1 Mark)

It is the responsibility of the Supervisor to make sure that the correct needle boards are fitted into the machine. 

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice b is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255326

Which one of the following is the consequence if the meter counter is not set correctly?                                                                     (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It may result in the machine not running properly as required

 (b) 

It may result in producing reject product

 (c) 

It may result in incorrect product length

 (d) 

It may result in incorrect product  width     

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255327

Is the following statement True or False?                                                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

If safety doors are not closed, the machine will not start. 

 (a) 

True

 (b) 

False

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

• If choice b is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255328

Which one of the following is not part of the machine specification in a needling process machine?                                                   (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Machine speed

 (b) 

Machine needle setting

 (c) 

Machine production

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice b is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice c is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255329

Which one of the following will be the consequence of incorrect machine settings?                                                                             (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Low output

 (b) 

Poor quality

 (c) 

Machine stoppages

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice b is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice c is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255330

Which of the following statement is correct regarding the laying of bales of fibres on the conveyor during the needling process?      (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It can be laid in any mixing sequence as long as it is done safely

 (b) 

The laying of bales of fibres must be as per the specified mixing schedule

 (c) 

The bales fibres can be laid as per the customer requirements 

 (d) 

None of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255331

Which of the following statement is correct regarding laying the bales of fibres on the conveyor?                                                       (1 Mark)

 (a) 

The Supervisor decides on mixing sequence of the bales of fibres 

 (b) 

The Operator decides on the mixing sequence of bales of fibres

 (c) 

The Quality Controller decides on the mixing sequence of the bales of fibres

 (d) 

None of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255340

Select one that describes the purpose of putting the machine into crawl mode during the fibre loading process.                                (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To check and repair product faults during production 

 (b) 

To check and ensure that the fibres are moving properly

 (c) 

To check and ensure that the machine does not trouble

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255341

Which one of the following checks must be carried out when fibres are moving into the needling process machine?                         (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To check for fibre contamination

 (b) 

To check for correct fibre type

 (c) 

To check for correct cross-lapping

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255342

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding any abnormalities when loading fibres during the needling process?      (1 Mark)

 (a) 

The Operator must stop machine and wait for the Supervisor 

 (b) 

The Operator must attend to any abnormalities and take corrective action

 (c) 

The Operator must run the machine in slow speed 

 (d) 

None of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255343

Which one of the following statements is correct when loading the fibres?                                                                                           (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Supervisor must attend to any problems during the loading process 

 (b) 

Mechanic must attend to any problems during the loading process

 (c) 

The Operator must stop the machine and record the problem

 (d) 

None of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255344

Would you agree with the following statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                               (1 Mark)

The machine start-up alarms must be activated before putting the machine into crawl mode.

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255345

Is the following statement True or False?                                                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

The purpose of the start button is to activate the machine to commence production at normal speed. 

 (a) 

True

 (b) 

False

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255346

Which one of the following is part of machine safety checks before starting a needling process machine?                                         (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Check if sensors are functioning

 (b) 

Check if machine guards are in place

 (c) 

Check oil flow and pressure settings

 (d) 

All of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255347

Which one of the following is not part of the doffing and labelling procedure?                                                                                      (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Carry out the labelling tasks

 (b) 

Monitor the quality faults

 (c) 

Ensure correct wrapping is done

 (d) 

Ensure that doffed product is stored in designated area

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice e is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice f is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255348

Do you agree with the following statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                     (1 Mark)

Roll guides are correctly set up to prevent any fabric width problems. 

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255349

Which one of the following statements explains the correct action regarding machine abnormalities?                                                 (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Any abnormalities can be dealt with after doffing the completed product

 (b) 

Mechanic must be called to take action on all machine abnormalities

 (c) 

Operator must record all machine abnormalities in the production book and run machine at slow speed

 (d) 

None of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice d is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255350

Which action must the operator take when the machine is making abnormal noise during the needling process?                              (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Let the machine run in slow crawl mode

 (b) 

Run the machine and report the problem to the Supervisor later

 (c) 

Record the problem in the production document and run the machine

 (d) 

Stop machine and report the problem to Supervisor

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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• If choice c is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice d is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

• If choice e is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

• If choice f is selected, set score to 0.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255351

Is the following statement True or False?                                                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

If the edges of the product are not properly taped to ensure continuity of production it will cause a telescoping problem.   

 (a) 

True

 (b) 

False

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• If choice a is selected, set score to 1.
  
  

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Question ID: 100012255366

Which one of the following statements is the consequence of poor safety practices during doffing?                                                    (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It could result in machine stoppage

 (b) 

It could result in time wasted

 (c) 

It could result in injuries

 (d) 

It could negatively affect output

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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Question ID: 100012255368

Is the following statement True or False?                                                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

The doffed fabric roll can be stored anywhere as long as it is not blocking the movement of other items.    

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True

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False

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Question ID: 100012255384

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding machine stoppages?                                                                                 (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Machine stoppages are part of production and cannot be avoided

 (b) 

It is impossible to reduce machine stoppages to minimum levels

 (c) 

Supervisor is the only person who can reduce machine stoppages

 (d) 

None of the above

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Question ID: 100012255388

Which one of the following machine stoppages will affect machine efficiency?                                                                                     (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Machine stopped for checking quality faults on fabric

 (b) 

Machine stopped for fabric jamming

 (c) 

Machine stopped for mechanical fault

 (d) 

All of the above

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Question ID: 100012255391

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding machine stoppages?                                                                                 (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Operator must patrol and prevent machine stoppages in advance

 (b) 

Operator must report all machine stoppages to the Supervisor

 (c) 

Operator must record all machine stoppages

 (d) 

All of the above

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38 of 45

Question ID: 100012255393

Which one of the following statements explains the actions taken to reduce machine stoppages to minimum levels?                        (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Operator must quickly report all machine stoppages to Mechanic

 (b) 

Operator must quickly report all machine stoppages to Supervisor

 (c) 

Operator must attend to all machine stoppages as quickly as possible

 (d) 

All of the above

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39 of 45

Question ID: 100012255396

Do you agree with this statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                                   (1 Mark)

All machine stoppages will cause quality problems.

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Yes

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No

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Question ID: 100012255397

Which one of the following statements explains the consequence of machine faults?                                                                          (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It may result in low production

 (b) 

It may result in extra costs

 (c) 

It will affect machine efficiency

 (d) 

All of the above

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41 of 45

Question ID: 100012255399

Which one of the following could be regarded as a machine fault?                                                                                                       (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Oil leaks

 (b) 

Machine not starting

 (c) 

Machine vibrating

 (d) 

All of the above

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Question ID: 100012255400

Is this statement True or False?                                                                                                                                                       (1 Mark)

Machine efficiency is important in achieving customer delivery dates.  

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True

 (b) 

False

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43 of 45

Question ID: 100012255403

Why is it necessary to check the availability of raw materials for processing?                                                                                      (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To ensure that the operator follows Supervisor’s instructions

 (b) 

To prevent operator from getting a written warning

 (c) 

To ensure that machine achieves optimum efficiency

 (d) 

To prevent any quality faults or defects

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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44 of 45

Question ID: 100012255406

Whose responsibility is it to check the availability of raw materials?                                                                                                     (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Supervisor

 (b) 

Mechanic

 (c) 

Operator

 (d) 

Quality Checker

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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45 of 45

Question ID: 100012255408

Which one of the following statements describes the importance of checking the availability of raw materials?                                  (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To avoid time wasting in looking for it

 (b) 

To ensure reduction of machine downtime

 (c) 

To ensure higher productivity

 (d) 

To achieve production targets

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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Question Block - 3

SECTION 2: QUESTION 2:

This Section will cover the following Exit Level outcome:

• ELO 03: Patrol and monitor the relevant needle punch production machines and processes regularly in order to identify and take corrective action timeously on any machine and process abnormalities.

TOTAL WEIGHTING: 24 MARKS 

TIME: 24 MINUTES

1 of 24

Question ID: 100012255410

Which of the following is correct regarding the patrolling pattern?                                                                                                         (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Correct patrolling sequence must be carried out

 (b) 

Patrolling must be carried out all around the production machine

 (c) 

Operator must not stand in one place for too long

 (d) 

All of the above

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2 of 24

Question ID: 100012255411

Which one of the following relates to the importance of correct patrolling patterns?                                                                             (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To identify machine and process and product faults

 (b) 

To optimise production levels

 (c) 

To identify and reduce product defects as soon as possible

 (d) 

All of the above

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3 of 24

Question ID: 100012255412

Do you agree with this statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                                   (1 Mark)

The Supervisor is responsible for checking the functionality of all machine parts. 

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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4 of 24

Question ID: 100012255413

Which one of the following is the consequence of an incorrect patrolling pattern?                                                                                (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It will cause product faults

 (b) 

It will cause machine faults

 (c) 

Faults will not be identified timeously resulting in rejects and machine loss time

 (d) 

All of the above

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5 of 24

Question ID: 100012255414

Which one of the following explains the purpose of the correct patrolling sequence?                                                                           (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To identify faults quickly and take corrective action

 (b) 

To identify faults earlier and hence reduce machine downtime

 (c) 

To be proactive and prevent faults from occurring

 (d) 

To optimise production efficiency

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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6 of 24

Question ID: 100012255416

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the patrolling pattern?                                                                               (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Operator can decide on the patrolling sequence he wants to carry out

 (b) 

Operator can take advise from his working colleagues on the patrolling pattern to carry out

 (c) 

Operator can follow the instructions from the Mechanic regarding the patrolling pattern to carry out

 (d) 

None of the above

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7 of 24

Question ID: 100012255419

Which one of the following statements is incorrect?                                                                                                                              (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Patrolling pattern prevents product faults from occurring

 (b) 

Patrolling pattern must be carried out at least once per shift

 (c) 

Patrolling pattern helps to reduce machine downtime

 (d) 

All of the above

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8 of 24

Question ID: 100012255421

Is this statement True or False?                                                                                                                                                       (1 Mark)

When a machine makes an abnormal noise, the operator must switch off the machine and report it to the Supervisor.

 (a) 

True

 (b) 

False

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9 of 24

Question ID: 100012255425

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding machine stoppages during the needling process?                                   (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Operator must patrol and prevent machine stoppages in advance

 (b) 

Operator must report all machine stoppages to the Supervisor

 (c) 

Operator must record all machine stoppages

 (d) 

All of the above

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10 of 24

Question ID: 100012255429

Who is responsible for checking that the safety doors of the machine are properly secured?                                                              (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Supervisor

 (b) 

Operator

 (c) 

Mechanic

 (d) 

All of the above

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Question ID: 100012255430

Which one of the following statements explains the consequence of machine stoppages?                                                                  (1 Mark)

 (a) 

There are no consequences since machine has to be stopped for repairs

 (b) 

Machine stoppages will cause product rejects

 (c) 

Machine stoppages will increase machine downtime

 (d) 

None of the above

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12 of 24

Question ID: 100012255452

Which one of the following statements explains the corrective action taken by the operator on machine faults?                                 (1 Mark)

 (a) 

He must call the mechanic to fix the machine

 (b) 

He must stop machine and inform the Supervisor

 (c) 

He must record the fault and run machine in slow speed

 (d) 

All of the above

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13 of 24

Question ID: 100012255484

Which one of the following statements will negatively affect efficiency levels?                                                                                      (1 Mark)

 (a) 

There is no trolley to carry out the doffing of the completed product

 (b) 

Machine has been stopped waiting for the Mechanic to fix the machine fault

 (c) 

Operator stopped the machine waiting for instructions from the Supervisor

 (d) 

Machine has been stopped waiting for the Quality Checker to examine the product fault

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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14 of 24

Question ID: 100012255496

Do you agree with this statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                                   (1 Mark)

Supervisor must attend to all process deviations. 

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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15 of 24

Question ID: 100012255498

Which one of the statements is correct regarding checking the functionality of all machine parts?                                                      (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It is the responsibility of the mechanic 

 (b) 

It is the responsibility of the Supervisor 

 (c) 

It is the responsibility of the operator

 (d) 

All of the above

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16 of 24

Question ID: 100012255499

Why is it necessary to check for the correct movement of fibres during the needling process?                                                            (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To prevent any damage to the machine

 (b) 

To prevent any machine stoppages

 (c) 

To prevent any product faults

 (d) 

All of the above

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Question ID: 100012255501

Is the following statement True or False?                                                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

If a machine fault is outside his control to fix, he must record the fault and call the Supervisor. 

 (a) 

True

 (b) 

False

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18 of 24

Question ID: 100012255505

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding fabric jamming in the machine?                                                                (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Operator must try and run the machine slowly

 (b) 

Operator must stop the machine and call the Supervisor

 (c) 

Operator must stop the machine and try to safely remove the jammed fabric

 (d) 

None of the above

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19 of 24

Question ID: 100012255506

Which one of the following is correct regarding machine deviations?                                                                                                    (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Machine deviations are part of production and cannot be avoided 

 (b) 

It is impossible to reduce machine deviations to minimum levels

 (c) 

Supervisor is the only person who can reduce machine deviations

 (d) 

Machine deviations can be solved by putting in new parts

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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Question ID: 100012255510

Do you agree with this statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                                   (1 Mark)

The quality Checker is responsible for monitoring all product faults in the machine. 

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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Question ID: 100012255515

Which one of the following corrective actions must be taken by the operator on observing trip hazards?                                            (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Switch of the machine and record the problem

 (b) 

Run the machine slowly

 (c) 

Switch of the machine and fix the fault

 (d) 

None of the above

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Question ID: 100012255591

Which of the following explains the purpose of calibration?                                                                                                                   (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It is to ensure that the measuring equipment are lubricated regularly

 (b) 

It is to ensure that the measuring equipment are safely stored

 (c) 

It is to ensure that measuring equipment are correctly functioning as required

 (d) 

All of the above

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23 of 24

Question ID: 100012255613

Which one of the following could be the consequence of not calibrating measuring equipment?                                                         (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It could result in customer cancelling the order

 (b) 

It could result in machine downtime

 (c) 

It could result in fabric faults

 (d) 

It could result in production loss

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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24 of 24

Question ID: 100012255614

Do you agree with this statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                                   (1 Mark)

Calibration of measuring tools and equipment is part of product specification.

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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Block 4, 25 question(s), maximum score 25

Question Block - 4

SECTION 3: QUESTION 3:

This Section will cover the following Exit Level outcomes:

• ELO 04: Inspect and monitor the quality of relevant needle punch products being produced during production processes and at the exit point of one of the needle punch production machines and take corrective action on all defect products in order to maintain the quality of needle punch products as specified in product specification.

TOTAL WEIGHTING: 25 MARKS 

TIME: 25 MINUTES

1 of 25

Question ID: 100012255637

Which one of the following is the possible cause of needle marks on the surface of the needling product?                                         (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Poor carding of fibres

 (b) 

Insufficient needle penetration

 (c) 

Broken needles

 (d) 

None of the above

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2 of 25

Question ID: 100012255642

Is the following statement True or False?                                                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

All product faults are within the operator's control to repair during the needling process. 

 (a) 

True

 (b) 

False

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3 of 25

Question ID: 100012255644

Which one of the following explains the consequences of incorrectly identifying product faults?                                                          (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It may result in material wastage

 (b) 

It may result in more machine stoppages

 (c) 

It may result in taking incorrect action

 (d) 

All of the above

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4 of 25

Question ID: 100012255648

Which one of the following best describes the carpet product fault shown in the picture?                                                                    (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Incorrect colour 

 (b) 

Knife line 

 (c) 

Foreign fibres

 (d) 

Incorrect needling

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5 of 25

Question ID: 100012255651

Which of the following explains the purpose of checking input materials for quality defects during the needling process?                  (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To check if the correct materials have been purchased

 (b) 

To check and prevent any machine faults 

 (c) 

To check and prevent any loss time

 (d) 

To record it in the production document

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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6 of 25

Question ID: 100012255654

Do you agree with the following statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                     (1 Mark)

The Supervisor must carry out quality checks at the beginning of every production run. 

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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7 of 25

Question ID: 100012255655

Which one of the following is the correct action to be taken on uneven carpet surfaces?                                                                     (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Check carding of web and correct

 (b) 

Check and replace broken needle

 (c) 

Check and correct blend recipe used at blending stage

 (d) 

None of the above

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8 of 25

Question ID: 100012255659

Which one of the following is a faulty raw material during the needling process?                                                                                 (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Fibre contamination 

 (b) 

Wrong fibre colours

 (c) 

Incorrect fibre blend

 (d) 

All of the above

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9 of 25

Question ID: 100012255662

Is the following statement True or False?                                                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

The operator must conduct quality checks at the beginning of every production run in conjunction with the Supervisor. 

 (a) 

True

 (b) 

False

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10 of 25

Question ID: 100012255667

Which one of the following best describes the consequences of needling product faults?                                                                    (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Product may be sold to the customer at a cheaper price

 (b) 

Product may have to be re-processed resulting in wastage of time

 (c) 

May result in wastage of materials

 (d) 

All of the above

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11 of 25

Question ID: 100012255689

Which one of the following is the purpose of monitoring and inspecting the product?                                                                           (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To identify product faults

 (b) 

To reduce rejects

 (c) 

To optimise efficiency

 (d) 

All of the above

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12 of 25

Question ID: 100012255811

Which of the following statements is correct regarding product quality checks at the exit point of the machine during the needling process?

(1 Mark) 

 (a) 

There is no need to check product quality at the exit point

 (b) 

The Quality Checker is responsible for checking the quality of product

 (c) 

The Supervisor is responsible for checking the quality of product

 (d) 

None of the above

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13 of 25

Question ID: 100012255823

Which one of the following explains the purpose of visually and physically inspecting the felt roll at the exit point of the machine?    (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To identify who made the product fault

 (b) 

To identify any product faults

 (c) 

To identify when the fault occurred

 (d) 

All of the above

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14 of 25

Question ID: 100012255825

Do you agree with the following statement? YES/ NO:                                                                                                                    (1 Mark)

The mechanic is responsible for repairing all product faults at the exit point of the machine.   

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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15 of 25

Question ID: 100012255826

Which one of the following statements explains the consequence of product faults during the needling process?                              (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It may result in delays in customer order

 (b) 

It may result in extra costs

 (c) 

It may result in machine downtime

 (d) 

It may result in customer returns

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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16 of 25

Question ID: 100012255828

Do you agree with the following statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                     (1 Mark)

All product faults must be reported to the Supervisor to rectify.

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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17 of 25

Question ID: 100012255831

Which one of the statements is correct regarding deviations in the width of the product roll?                                                               (1 Mark)

 (a) 

The deviation must be reported to the Quality Checker/Inspector

 (b) 

The deviation must be recorded and the roll stored safely 

 (c) 

The deviation must be reported to the Supervisor

 (d) 

None of the above

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18 of 25

Question ID: 100012255832

Which one of the statements is correct regarding product inspection at the exit point of the machine?                                                (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It must be done at regular intervals

 (b) 

Checks must be carried out across the width of the product

 (c) 

Operator must stop the machine if he sees any fault

 (d) 

All of the above

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19 of 25

Question ID: 100012255834

Which one of the following factors is necessary to maintain quality standards?                                                                                    (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Proper training of Operators     

 (b) 

Well maintained production machines

 (c) 

Regular monitoring of products being processed   

 (d) 

Continuous follow up on rectified Product faults

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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20 of 25

Question ID: 100012255835

Which one of the following is required to maintain quality standards?                                                                                                   (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Product specification

 (b) 

Checking of all products

 (c) 

Checking of raw

 (d) 

All of the above

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21 of 25

Question ID: 100012255836

Which one of the following will affect the customer delivery date?                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Incorrect patrolling pattern

 (b) 

Too much of wastage material

 (c) 

Incorrect machine specification

 (d) 

None of the above

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22 of 25

Question ID: 100012255837

Do you agree with this statement? YES/NO:                                                                                                                                   (1 Mark)

Quality standards are important in order to meet customer specifications. 

 (a) 

Yes

 (b) 

No

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23 of 25

Question ID: 100012255838

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the new quality change specification?                                                      (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It is not necessary for an operator to understand details of the new quality change specification 

 (b) 

Operator needs to understand and interpret the new quality change specification

 (c) 

Operator must ask the Supervisor for details of the new quality change specification

 (d) 

None of the above

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24 of 25

Question ID: 100012255839

Which one of the following statements is correct regarding quality change teamwork?                                                                        (1 Mark)

 (a) 

It is not necessary for the Operator to work with the quality change team

 (b) 

Supervisor is the only person that works with the quality team

 (c) 

Operator is required to work with and assist the quality team

 (d) 

None of the above

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25 of 25

Question ID: 100012255840

Is the following statement True or False?                                                                                                                                        (1 Mark)

It is not necessary for the Operator to follow all the instructions from the Supervisor during a quality change. 

 (a) 

True

 (b) 

False

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Block 5, 6 question(s), maximum score 6

Question Block - 5

SECTION 4: QUESTION 4:

This Section will cover the following Exit Level outcomes:

• ELO 05: List and apply the safety, housekeeping and waste control procedures and practices in compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation and adhere to company policies and procedures in the relevant needle punch production departments. 

TOTAL WEIGHTING: 06 MARKS 

TIME: 06 MINUTES

1 of 6

Question ID: 100012255841

What can you do to ensure that safety door switches are functioning properly during a needling process?                                         (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Check if doors are closing properly

 (b) 

Check if doors have safety switches

 (c) 

Run machine in slow motion and open the door and check if machine stops

 (d) 

None of the above

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2 of 6

Question ID: 100012255844

Which one of the following statements explains the correct handling of waste during the needling process?                                      (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Waste must be deposited into designated bins

 (b) 

All waste can be deposited safely    into one bin

 (c) 

Waste cannot be separated into different categories

 (d) 

All of the above

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3 of 6

Question ID: 100012255846

Which one of the following statements explains the correct handling of tools during the needling process?                                        (1 Mark)

 (a) 

All tools must be checked for cleanliness before using them

 (b) 

All tools must be checked for functionality

 (c) 

All tools must be stored in designated areas

 (d) 

All of the above

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4 of 6

Question ID: 100012255849

Which one of the following should be recorded in the production document?                                                                                       (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Metres produced (Output)

 (b) 

Product faults

 (c) 

Machine breakdowns

 (d) 

Machine downtime (Breakdowns)

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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5 of 6

Question ID: 100012255851

Who is responsible for recording information in the production document?                                                                                          (1 Mark)

 (a) 

Supervisor

 (b) 

Mechanic

 (c) 

Operator 

 (d) 

All of the above

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6 of 6

Question ID: 100012255853

Which one of the following is the reason for recording information and data?                                                                                       (1 Mark)

 (a) 

To ensure that the Operator does not get into trouble

 (b) 

To keep the customer satisfied

 (c) 

To keep Management informed about production details

 (d) 

To ensure good production at all times

 (e) 

All of the above

 (f) 

None of the above

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