ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Select, use and care for tools

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the application of operational maintenance skills

1.2. Correctly identify and obtain tools required for the work

1.3. Inspect and prepare tools for use

1.4. Use tools correctly and safely for their intended purpose

1.5. Identify and respond to tool maintenance requirements in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and work procedures

1.6. Clean tools after use and return/store in accordance with site procedures and practices

2. Identify and respond to basic faults in mechanical systems

2.1. Apply site safety information and procedures, including isolation procedures, when working with mechanical systems

2.2. Identify general components of mechanical systems, and their functions

2.3. Apply techniques to identify and respond to faults

2.4. Rectify or refer faults to others in accordance with site procedures

3. Identify and respond to basic faults in electrical systems

3.1. Apply site safety principles and procedures, including isolation procedures, when working with electrical systems

3.2. Identify components and functions of basic electrical circuitry

3.3. Apply techniques to identify and respond to faults

3.4. Rectify or refer faults to others in accordance with site procedures

4. Identify, select and use fasteners

4.1. Apply site safety systems and procedures, including isolation procedures, when working with fasteners

4.2. Correctly identify fasteners and match with the work requirements

4.3. Use/apply fasteners in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and site procedures/practices

4.4. Dispose of discarded materials in accordance with site procedures

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to apply operational maintenance skills:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply operational safety requirements

access and interpret manufacturer's and site technical information

match tools with work needs

apply site isolation procedures

respond to faults

diagnose basic faults

complete reporting systems

comply with environmental requirements

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to apply operational maintenance skills:

types and uses of oils, greases, hydraulic fluids, brake fluid and other commonly used servicing materials

site isolation procedures

site operational and safety procedures

site procedures relating to operational maintenance

site maintenance systems and procedures

types, characteristics, uses and limitations of hand tools

types, characteristics, uses and limitations of measuring devices

hand tool maintenance, care and storage procedures

types, characteristics, uses and limitations of power tools

power tool maintenance, care and storage procedures

the functions of major components of common mechanical systems

the functions of major components of common hydraulic systems

the functions of major components of common pneumatic systems

the functions of major components of common lubrication systems

basic diagnostic processes/techniques of mechanical systems

major components within common electrical systems

electrical system basic circuit diagnostic processes and techniques

types, uses, grades and limitations of fasteners

environmental constraints and requirements related to operational maintenance

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for applying operational maintenance skills

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient application of operational maintenance skills

working with others to undertake and complete the application of operational maintenance skills that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely application of operational maintenance skills that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the application of operational maintenance skills

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation

may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Tools may include:

hand tools:

spanners

hammers

files

screwdrivers

saws

knives

pipe cutters

power-tools:

grinders

drills

saws

jacks

hydraulic spreaders

pneumatic powered tools

measuring devices:

rulers

callipers

vernier callipers

gauges and feeler gauges

Mechanical systems may include:

hydraulic

lubrication

pneumatic

Electrical systems may cover low and medium voltage, and may include:

equipment batteries

ignition and operational circuits including lighting circuits

Fasteners may include:

screws

bolts

staples

clamps

rivets

adhesives