Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MEM20004 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Gain entry

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEM20004 - Gain entry
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to gain entry and the straightforward return-to-service of general types of commercial and domestic mechanical locks. The basis for entry includes lockout (keys inside), lost keys (rekeys) and malfunction of locks in doors and windows.Where specialised skills are required to gain entry and to reinstate both mechanical and electronic locking systems in automotive or fire and security containers, appropriate units should also be selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Band: AUnit Weight: 4
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Locksmithing
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Establish entry requirements, authorisation and ownership
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
       
Element: Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
       
Element: Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
       
Element: Establish reason for entry, nature and urgency of problem
       
Element: Verify evidence relating to ownership and/or legal possession and authenticity of request
       
Element: Provide company and individual identifications to the customer
       
Element: Identify construction and mechanism information, including lock type, manufacturer, model, date, restrictions and limitations
       
Element: Confirm entry requirements and process with customer
       
Element: Gain entry to mechanical locking system
  • Select appropriate tools, equipment and entry methods for the given mechanism, problem, conditions, customer and organisational requirements
       
Element: Establish a safe and secure working environment according to industry, organisational and legislative requirements
       
Element: Use selected tools to gain entry with minimal damage using appropriate industry practices
       
Element: Identify limitations and problems and seek advice or assistance as appropriate
       
Element: Replace locks and components, as necessary
       
Element: Manufacture keys, as required
       
Element: Finalise and document entry process
  • Check functioning of locking system and adjust as necessary for correct operation
       
Element: Identify operational problems for further service or repair
       
Element: Fit temporary or replacement lock, if necessary
       
Element: Give customer job details and recommendations for any further action according to SOPs
       
Element: Instruct customer on use of new components, if necessary
       
Element: Ensure completed documentation is accurate and process in accordance with legislative, industry and organisational requirements
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Evidence for legal possession includes one (1) or more of the following:

photo identification

letters of authority

proof of ownership papers

Lock types include one (1) or more of the following:

pin tumbler (4.5.6.7 pin)

wafer tumbler – e.g. L + F

warded lock

lever tumbler

mechanical digital, exposed wheel combination

axial pin tumbler

radial pin tumbler

rotating pin tumbler

disc tumbler

Tools and equipment include one (1) or more of the following:

specialised files and impression tools

pick gun

hand tools relating to gaining access

picks, including:

curved, rake and hooks

tension wrenches (turning)

lever lock picks

tubular lock picks

custom tools

scope

Entry methods include one (1) or more of the following:

pick

impressioning

reading

bypass

manipulation

drilling

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

blank recognition

keys to code

keys to sample

use of key machines

use of computer code programs

use of book codes

Documentation includes one (1) or more of the following:

disclaimer documents

receipt/invoice

job sheets

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Select appropriate tools, equipment and entry methods for the given mechanism, problem, conditions, customer and organisational requirements 
 
 
 
 
 
Check functioning of locking system and adjust as necessary for correct operation 
 
 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MEM20004 - Gain entry
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Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Assessment Record Sheet

MEM20004 - Gain entry

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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