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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Set up machine
  2. Operate machine
  3. Determine job requirements
  4. Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  5. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  6. Identify job requirements from specifications, sketches, job sheets or work instructions
  7. Sharpen cutting tools, as required
  8. Install tools according to procedures
  9. Set guards and adjust, as required
  10. Operate machine to suit work and material requirements
  11. Check machined component against work requirements and predetermined finish
  12. Make adjustments, as required

Range Statement

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Machines include one (1) or more of the following:

lathe

radial arm drill

mill

Cutting tools include one (1) or more of the following:

lathe tools

milling cutters

drills

Materials include one (1) or more of the following:

ferrous

non-ferrous

Clamping devices include one (1) or more of the following:

chucks

vices

clamps

bars and packing