ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1.

Select tools and equipment suited to task requirements

1.1

Analyse information in maintenance-related documentation and/or other sources, including communication with other personnel, to determine task and tooling requirements

1.2

Select hand and/or power tools and equipment suitable for use in required task, including lubrication equipment and lubricants

1.3

Check all tools and equipment to be used for condition or calibration, where necessary

1.4

Identify unsafe or faulty tools and equipment and mark them for repair according to organisational procedures

2.

Use tools and equipment, applying standard trade practices

2.1

Use selected tools and equipment according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements and standard practices to ensure correct outcome is achieved safely, efficiently, and without damage to components and tooling

2.2

Manufacture simple items using basic engineering hand skills

2.3

Select and use common types of aircraft attachment hardware

2.4

Select and use common types of safety locking devices and fasteners

2.5

Lockwire aircraft components, devices and hardware in the correct manner, using the appropriate wire gauge

2.6

Assemble and connect common types of aircraft connectors and plumbing

3

Store tools and equipment

3.1

Undertake operational maintenance of tools and equipment according to standard workshop procedures

3.2

Store tools and equipment safely and securely in line with organisational procedures