List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:
service and repair at least three of the following rotary cutting systems:
rotary mower
lawn edger
brush cutter
chipper
mulcher.
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:
methods to locate and interpret information required to service and repair rotary cutting systems:
information provided by customer and supervisors
manufacturer specifications and procedures or equivalent documentation
workplace procedures required to service and repair rotary cutting systems, including:
establishing serviceability of tools and equipment
documentation procedures
housekeeping procedures, including:
examination of tools and equipment
storage of equipment
identification, tagging and isolation of faulty equipment
disposal of excess materials
recycling procedures
work health and safety (WHS) relating to servicing and repairing rotary cutting systems, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
working with electrical systems
working with rotating cutting system
checking protective guards, cowlings and safety features
environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of oils and fluids released from rotary cutting systems
types of lubricants, and their application and methods of lubrication
application, and key features of rotary cutting systems, including the electric or internal combustion engine driven systems specified in the performance evidence
inspection, servicing and adjustment procedures for rotary cutting systems, including:
cutting blades and attachments
cutting deck housing
blade mounting
wheels
drive systems
repair procedures for rotary cutting systems, including removal, replacement and adjustment procedures for components, including:
cutting blades and attachments
cutting deck housing
blade mounting
wheels
drive systems
post-repair testing procedures for rotary cutting systems, including operating system through full operating range.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the rotary cutting systems that they have serviced and repaired, e.g. repair orders.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
outdoor power equipment repair workplace or simulated workplace
workplace instructions
manufacturer specifications for rotary cutting systems
area and equipment, including PPE, required to safely test rotary cutting systems
three different rotary cutting systems requiring service and repair
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for inspecting, servicing and repairing rotary cutting systems.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.