Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare to use hand and power tools
- Access, interpret and apply hand and power tools documentation to ensure the work activity is compliant
- Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
- Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
- Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activity
- Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
- Select and use hand tools
- Select and use power tools
- Select power tools and equipment appropriate for the work activity
- Inspect tools for serviceability and safety, and report faults
- Visually check power leads/hoses for serviceability/safety and report faults
- Clear route for safe placement and connection of leads/hoses
- Clamp or fix material in position for power tool application where applicable
- Use power tools safely and effectively in application processes
- Locate power tools safely when not in immediate use
- Conduct housekeeping activities