Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use hand and power tools in applications relating to the blinds and awnings sector of the furnishing industry. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit applies to skills and knowledge required to use hand and power tools to make and install blinds and awnings. The unit applies in a workplace and on site environment and may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises. Applications may include some complex or non-routine activities involving individual responsibility or autonomy and/or collaboration with others through members of groups and teams. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Identify hand and power tools |
1.1. Types of hand and power tools and their functions are identified 1.2. Sources of power supply are recognised 1.3. OHS , legislative requirements and workplace practices for using hand and power tools are recognised and adhered to |
2. Select hand tools |
2.1. Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected, correctly fitted and used 2.2. Hand tools are selected consistent with the needs of the task 2.3. Tools are checked for safe operation and any faults are corrected or tagged and reported to appropriate personnel 2.4. Equipment is selected to hold or support material for hand tool operation |
3. Use hand tools |
3.1. Material is located and held in position for hand tool operation 3.2. Hand tools are held correctly for safe operation 3.3. Hand tools are used according to manufacturer's instructions and safe work practices 3.4. Hand tools are safely located when not in immediate use |
4. Select power tools |
4.1. Power tools are selected consistent with the needs of the task 4.2. Power tools are checked for serviceability and safe operation in accordance with OHS requirements 4.3. Power tool faults are corrected or tagged and reported to appropriate personnel 4.4. Equipment is selected to hold or support materials for power tool operation |
5. Use power tools |
5.1. Material is held in position for power tool operation 5.2. Power tools are set up for use according to manufacturer instructions and safe working practices 5.3. Power tools are held correctly for safe and efficient use 5.4. Power tools are used according to manufacturer instructions and safe work practices 5.5. Power tools are safely located when not in immediate use |
6. Clean up work area and tools |
6.1. Hand and power tools are cleaned after use 6.2. Operator maintenance is carried out following completion of task. 6.3. Hand and power tools are stored following completion of task 6.4. Equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored 6.5. Work area is cleared and waste removed 6.6. Workplace documentation is completed |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of required knowledge and skills Assessment methods should be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required knowledge and skills to ensure its correct interpretation and application Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Hand tools |
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Power tools |
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Power supply |
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OHS requirements |
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Legislative requirements |
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Workplace practices |
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Personal protective equipment |
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Appropriate personnel |
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Equipment |
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Material |
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Safe operation |
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Waste |
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Workplace documentation |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Blinds and awnings |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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