Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for operating small plant and equipment
- Access, interpret and apply operate small plant and equipment 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 activities
- Select and check for faults plant, tools and equipment appropriate for the work activity
- Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
- Conduct pre-operational checks
- Use small plant and equipment
- Identify site hazards associated with small plant and equipment operations and establish appropriate controls
- Identify and apply operating techniques for small plant and equipment to achieve optimum output while maintaining specified tolerances
- Operate machine to produce results within specified tolerances
- Store plant and equipment safely when not in immediate use
- Carry out operator maintenance
- Conduct housekeeping activities