Table Cutter – Diamond Processing

SECTOR: GEMS & JEWELLERY
SUB-SECTOR: Diamond processing
OCCUPATION: Polishing and Faceting
REFERENCE ID: G&J/Q4603
ALIGNED TO: NCO-2015/NIL
Brief Job Description: The individual on the job works with table dop-tang
system and make the first, biggest and the most important facet of a diamond
by polishing it on the polishing wheel or scaife in order to yield maximum
brilliance and symmetry. It is very important to polish the table accurately as it
is only through this facet that the light of the diamond can be seen. Also known
as Table Polisher, a table cutter creates the biggest and the most important
facet of a diamond.
Personal Attributes: The job requires the individual to have: attention to
details; good eyesight; steady hands; ability to work in a process driven team;
ability to work for long hours in sitting position on a bench or the floor; and a lot
of patience.

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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.
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performance required when carrying out a task.
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Standards (OS)
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Knowledge and
Understanding
Knowledge and understanding are statements which together specify the
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Skills
Core skills or generic skills are a group of skills that are the key to learning and
working in today’s world. These skills are typically needed in any work
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communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles.

Keywords /Terms Description
NOS National Occupational Standard(s)
NSQF National Skills Qualifications Framework
QP Qualifications Pack

Unit Code G&J/N4603
Unit Title
(Task) Polish the table facet of the diamond
Description This OS unit is about creating top most, biggest and the most important facet on
diamond in the proportion, symmetry and finish as per the planning or the objective
fixed by the company
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
Collecting the diamond packet/ bag and understand the requirement
Cutting and polish the table on diamond
Achieving Productivity
Performing Quality check
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance Criteria
Collecting the
diamond packet/ bag
and understanding
the requirement
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. match specifications of diamond as per that mentioned on the packet, such as
shape, size, quantity, dimensions
PC2. ask for the finishing requirement
PC3. interpret the planning on the job sheet for the final finish of the diamond and
resolve doubts, if any
Cutting and polish
the table on diamond
PC4. set up the bench/mill without vibration and level all its parts correctly
PC5. achieve accurate table ratio as per design requirement
PC6. achieve a perfectly horizontal table
PC7. achieve accurate finish and brilliance of the table as per plan
PC8. remove all the inclusions as per plan
PC9. bag and label the diamonds before returning
Achieving
Productivity
PC10. achieve the productivity in terms of carats or number of pieces as set by the
company
PC11. achieve timely delivery for further processing
Performing Quality
check
PC12. ensure no flaws due to faulty polishing such as extra facets, natural surface,
nicks, scratches, polish lines, burning marks, abrasions
PC13. ensure no slope to the table
PC14. minimize damage, weight loss and breakage
PC15. repair a damaged stone
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational
Context
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. Company’s policies on: acceptable limits of weight loss; incentives; delivery
standards; safety practices and hazards; security and performance
measurement
KA2. Non–disclosure of “confidential information” provided by the company
either orally or in writing marked as confidential
KA3. Liability arising out of loss, theft, or inadvertent disclosure of confidential

information
KA4. Work flow involved in company’s diamond processing
KA5. Importance of the individual’s role in the workflow
KA6. Reporting structure
KA7. Issue return procedures followed by the company
KA8. Typical customer profile and market trends
KA9. Specialization area of the company (size, clarity, shape, quality, etc. of
diamonds)
KA10. Diamond processing objective of the company, e.g. maximizing yield,
maximizing clarity, etc.
B. Technical
Knowledge
KB1. Blocking procedure of diamonds
KB2. Bruting and coning
KB3. Polishing process
KB4. 4Cs of diamond (colour, cut, clarity and carat)
KB5. Use of various scopes in diamond processing
KB6. Stress (tension) of the diamond
KB7. Using proportion and symmetry analyzer machine
KB8. Geometry to understand the angles and symmetry
KB9. Process of preparation of scaife
KB10. Level of fluorescence and its treatments
KB11. Types of diamond inclusions
KB12. Repair work
KB13. Valuation of diamonds depending on different dimensions
KB14. Assembly of different parts of the bench
KB15. Leveling the scaife and plate
KB16. Preparing the scaife for polishing
KB17. Leveling the tang
KB18. Fixing diamond on the die and fixing the die on the tang
KB19. To know uses of different types of tools and materials for different purposes
and end results
KB20. To know how to maintain and prepare the tools as per job requirement
KB21. To know potential work hazards, particularly, when using machine
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Document reports, task lists, and schedules with co-workers
SA2. Prepare status and progress reports

SA3. Read descriptions on the job packets/ bags
SA4. Read the dimensions specified by the proportion analyser machine
SA5. Work on dimensions mentioned on the job packet, in order to achieve perfect
proportion and symmetry as required by design
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
SA6. Discuss task lists, schedules, and work-loads with co-workers
SA7. Understand instructions and report problems such as technical problems with
any part of the bench/ mill to supervisor
SA8. Share work load as required
SA9. Assist others who require help
SA10. Share knowledge with co-workers
SA11. Work with other people sharing the bench
B. Professional Skills Decision Making
SB1. Decide the direction of moving the tang for polishing
SB2. Determine the extent of pressure to be applied while polishing
Plan and Organize
SB3. Plan work for maximum productivity
SB4. Plan the best cut to get maximum value from the diamond
Customer Centricity
N.A.
Problem Solving
SB5. Rectify defects occurred
Analytical Thinking
SB6. Devise new means of working to improve productivity or reduce efforts
SB7. Suggest improvements in tools/machines for productivity or better quality
Critical Thinking
SB8. Spot process disruptions

Unit Code G&J/N9901
Unit Title
(Task) Coordinate with others
Description This OS unit is about communicating with colleagues, seniors and outside parties in
order to achieve the deliverables on schedule
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
Interacting with supervisor
Interacting with colleagues within and outside the department
Interacting with outside parties
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance Criteria
Interacting with
supervisor
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. coordinate for receiving work instructions and raw materials from reporting
supervisor
PC2. communicate to the reporting supervisor about process flow improvements,
product defects received from previous process, repairs and maintenance of
tools and machinery as required
PC3. communicate to reporting supervisor about operation details and hazards
PC4. interact with supervisor regarding compliance of company policy and rules
Interacting with
colleagues within and
outside the
department
PC5. coordinate with colleagues to share work, as per the workload
PC6. communicate and discuss work flow related difficulties in order to find
solutions with mutual agreement
PC7. coordinate and receive feedback from quality control department
PC8. coordinate for putting team goals over individual goals
PC9. resolve conflicts by communicating with colleagues and other departments
PC10. coordinate with colleagues regarding multitasking in other departments with
requirements
Interacting with
outside parties
PC11. adhere to nondisclosure policy of the company in all outside coordination
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational
Context
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. Company’s policies on: preferred language of communication, reporting and
escalation policy, quality delivery standards, and personnel management
KA2. Company’s policies on non-disclosure of “confidential information” provided
by the company either orally or in writing marked as confidential
KA3. Liability arising out of loss, theft, or inadvertent disclosure of confidential
information
KA4. Reporting structure

B. Technical
Knowledge
KB1. Various categories of people that one is required to communicate and
coordinate within the organization
KB2. Importance of effective communication in the workplace
KB3. Importance of teamwork in organization and individual success
KB4. Various components of effective communication
KB5. Key elements of active listening
KB6. Barriers to effective communication
KB7. Importance of avoiding casual expletives and unpleasant terms while
communicating professional circles
KB8. Common reasons for interpersonal conflict
KB9. Expressing and addressing grievances appropriately and effectively
KB10. What constitutes disciplined behavior for a working professional
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. Write instructions, remarks, job sheets, basic information, technical details
etc. in preferred local language of communication and English
Reading Skills
SA2. Read preferred language of communication as prescribed by the company
SA3. Read job sheets and interpret technical details mentioned in the job sheet
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
SA4. Discuss task lists, schedules, and work-loads with co-workers
SA5. Be a good listener
SA6. Be effective in communicating the issues faced to the supervisor
SA7. Avoid using jargon, slang or acronyms when communicating
B. Professional Skills Decision Making
SB1. Spot and communicate potential areas of disruptions to work process and
report the same
SB2. Report to supervisor and or to deal with a colleague individually, depending
on the type of concern
Plan and Organize
SB3. Collate information and communicate in a manner that is clear and
comprehensive to colleagues and supervisor
Customer Centricity
SB4. Convey accurate information to all internal as well as external customers (or
right information to right person)

Problem Solving
SB5. How to handle critical situations caused due to communication issues at
workplace and solve problems without blaming others
Analytical Thinking
SB6. Analyse the work processes by interacting with others and adopting best
practices
SB7. Use prior experience to observe and reflect for development of ideas
Critical Thinking
SB8. Think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB9. Deal with clients lacking the technical background to solve the problem on
their own
SB10. Spot process disruptions and delays and report and communicate with
solutions
SB11. Identify immediate or temporary solutions to resolve delays
SB12. Apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,
experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action

Unit Code G&J/N9902
Unit Title
(Task) Maintain health and safety at workplace
Description This OS unit is about being aware of, communicating and taking steps towards
minimizing potential hazards and dangers of accidents on the job and maintaining
health and safety
Scope This unit/task covers the following:
Health and safety in work area
Fire safety
Emergencies, rescue and first aid procedures
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance Criteria
Health and safety in
work area
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. identify and use appropriate protective clothing/equipment for specific tasks
and work
PC2. identify hazardous job activities in his/her job and communicate the possible
causes of risks or accidents in the workplace
PC3. carry out safe working practices while dealing with hazards to ensure safety
of self and others
PC4. identify and avoid doing any tasks or activities in a bad working position
PC5. practice appropriate working postures to minimise occupational health
related issues
Fire safety PC6. use the appropriate fire extinguishers on different types of fire
PC7. demonstrate rescue techniques applied during fire hazard
PC8. demonstrate good housekeeping in order to prevent fire hazards
PC9. demonstrate the correct use of any fire extinguisher
Emergencies, rescue
and first aid
procedures
PC10. administer appropriate first aid procedure to victims wherever required eg.in
case of bleeding, burns, choking, electric shock etc.
PC11. respond promptly and appropriately to an accident situation or medical
emergency
PC12. participate in emergency procedures such as raising alarm, safe evacuation,
correct means of escape, correct assembly point etc.
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational
Context
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. Company’s policies on: safety and hazards and personnel management
KA2. Names and location of documents that refer to health and safety in work
place
KA3. Reporting structure

B. Technical
Knowledge
KB1. Meaning of “hazard’s” and risks
KB2. Health and safety hazards commonly present in the work place and related
precautions
KB3. Various dangers associate with use of electrical equipment
KB4. Preventative and remedial actions to be taken in case of exposure to toxic
material
KB5. Methods of accident prevention
KB6. How different chemicals react and what could be the danger from them
KB7. How to use machines and tools without suffering bodily harm
KB8. Importance of using protective clothing/ equipment while working
KB9. Precautionary activities to prevent the fire accident
KB10. Various causes of fire
KB11. Techniques of using different fire extinguishers
KB12. Different material s materials used for extinguishing fire
KB13. Rescue techniques applied during a fire hazard
KB14. Various types of safety signs and what they mean
KB15. Appropriate basic first aid treatment relevant to condition e.g. bleeding minor
burns eye injuries
KB16. Potential impact to a person who is moved incorrectly
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
N.A.
Reading Skills
SA1. Read and comprehend basic content to read labels, charts, signage’s
SA2. Read and comprehend basic English to read manuals of operations
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
SA3. Effectively communicate the risk of not following the safety measures
B. Professional Skills Decision Making
SB1. Report potential sources of danger
SB2. Follow the relevant prescribed procedure in the event of an accident
SB3. Wear appropriate safety gear to avoid an accident
Plan and Organize
SB4. Learn from past mistakes regarding use of hazardous machines or chemicals
Customer Centricity
N. A.

Problem Solving
SB5. Adhere to and guide others to follow prescribed procedures related to health
and safety
Analytical Thinking
SB6. Analyse untoward incidents from the past and implement correct use of
machines, tools or hazardous chemicals
Critical Thinking
SB7. Critically analyse the processes carried out by self and by colleagues in the
department to spot potential hazards and safety issues

Criteria For Assessment Of Trainees
Job Role Table Cutter – Diamond Processing

Qualification Pack G&J/Q4603
Sector Skill Council Gem & Jewellery
Guidelines for Assessment

1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance
   Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of
   marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC.
2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC.
3. Assessment will be conducted for all compulsory NOS, and where applicable, on the selected elective/option
   NOS/set of NOS.
4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each
   examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below).
5. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each
   examination/training center based on this criterion.
6. To pass the Qualification Pack , every trainee should score a minimum of 50% of aggregate marks to successfully
   clear the assessment.
7. In case of unsuccessful completion, the trainee may seek reassessment on the Qualification Pack