Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify hand and power tools.
- Select tools for project
- Tools and equipment are selected consistent with job requirements.
- Tools, including leads and hoses, are checked for tags, serviceability and safety and any faults are rectified or reported.
- Power tool guards, retaining bolts, couplings, gauges and controls are checked and maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
- Equipment to hold or support material during operation is selected.
- Pre-operational checks, including lubricants, hydraulic fluid and water, are completed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
- Power and compressed air supply are connected to work area.
- Start-up and shut-down procedures are followed.
- Tools are safely and effectively used according to manufacturer recommendations and OHS requirements.
- Tools are safely located when not in immediate use.
- Select plant and equipment.
- Function and limitations of plant and equipment used in painting and decorating are identified.
- Plant and equipment are selected consistent with hazard minimisation and needs of job.
- Method of operation of plant and equipment is identified.
- OHS requirements for operating and using plant and equipment are recognised and adhered to.
- Plant and equipment are checked for safety and faults are rectified or reported.
- Use plant and equipment
- Plant and equipment are safely and effectively used.
- Plant and equipment are safely located when not in immediate use.
- Plant and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored after use.
- Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification.
- Machinery, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices.