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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to service and repair post hole digging system
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Service and repair procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Determine service and repair requirements of post hole digging system
   • System is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety requirements
   • Faults are identified from inspection and causes of faults are determined
   • Inspection findings and test results are reported according to workplace procedures, and include recommendations for necessary service, repair or adjustment
   • Authorisation to proceed with service and repair is obtained according to workplace procedures
3. Carry out service and repair activities
   • Service and repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked
   • Components are removed and inspected for serviceability according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Reusable, repaired and replacement components are fitted and adjusted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
4. Check post hole digging system for normal operation
   • System is operated and compared to manufacturer specifications according to workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Adjustments are made as required and post hole digging system is re-tested
5. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable material are disposed of and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
6. Prepare to service and repair post hole digging system
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Service and repair procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
7. Determine service and repair requirements of post hole digging system
   • System is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety requirements
   • Faults are identified from inspection and causes of faults are determined
   • Inspection findings and test results are reported according to workplace procedures, and include recommendations for necessary service, repair or adjustment
   • Authorisation to proceed with service and repair is obtained according to workplace procedures
8. Carry out service and repair activities
   • Service and repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked
   • Components are removed and inspected for serviceability according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Reusable, repaired and replacement components are fitted and adjusted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
9. Check post hole digging system for normal operation
   • System is operated and compared to manufacturer specifications according to workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Adjustments are made as required and post hole digging system is re-tested
10. Complete work processes
    • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features
    • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable material are disposed of and recyclable material is collected
    • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
    • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Range Statement

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Service and repair procedures must include:	inspecting, repairing and replacing components adjusting system and components lubricating gearbox testing repaired unit, including overload protection.
Safety requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: safely starting and checking operation, adjustment and alignment of post hole digging system safely operating overload system selecting and using suitable personal protective equipment (PPE).
Environmental requirements must include:	procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of lubricating oils and greases released from post hole digging systems.

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Performance Evidence

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

service and repair two different post hole digging systems.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to servicing and repairing post hole digging systems, including procedures for:

safely starting and checking operation, adjustment and alignment of post hole digging system

safely operating overload system

selecting and using suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of lubricating oils and greases released from post hole digging systems

application, purpose and operation of post hole digging systems, including:

electric powered

engine powered

power take-off

types of lubricants, and their application and methods of lubrication

different types of augers and their applications, including:

tungsten

steel

service and repair procedures for post hole digging systems, including:

drive system gearbox

reversing system

overload devices

protective guards and cowlings

handle assembly

lubrication systems

drilling spindle

augers

auger brake

clutch drum assembly

auger sharpening

post-repair testing procedures for post hole digging systems, including operating system through full operating range.

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