Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit specifies the outcomes required for the use of coopering hand and power tools and includes the identification, selection, preparation, use and storage of hand and power tools. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance of fundamental coopering operations. This unit may apply to a factory or an on-site environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at both the production worker and trade skills level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the individual's job and authority. |
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. Applicable OHS , legislative and organisational requirements relevant to coopering operations are verified and complied with 1.2. Types of hand and power tools and their functions are identified 1.3. Workplace health and safety requirements, including personal protection needs, are observed throughout the work 1.4. Sources of power supply are recognised |
2. Select hand tools |
2.1. Hand tools selected are consistent with needs of the job 2.2. Selected hand tools are checked for serviceability and safety and any faults rectified or reported 2.3. Equipment is selected to hold or support material for hand tools application where applicable |
3. Use hand tools |
3.1. Material is located and held in position for hand tool application 3.2. Hand tools are safely and effectively used according to their intended use 3.3. Hand tools are safely located when not in immediate use |
4. Select power tools |
4.1. Power tools are selected consistent with needs of the job in accordance with conventional work practice 4.2. Power tools are visually checked for serviceability/safety in accordance with OHS requirements and any faults rectified or reported 4.3. Equipment is selected to hold or support materials for power tool application as applicable |
5. Use power tools |
5.1. Material is located and held in position for power tool application as applicable 5.2. Power tools are safely and effectively used in application processes 5.3. Power tools are safely located when not in use |
6. Clean work areas and maintain tools |
6.1. Faulty and/or defective equipment is tagged and reported in accordance with workplace procedures 6.2. Waste and scrap is removed following workplace procedures 6.3. Tools used are cleaned, inspected for serviceable condition and stored appropriately in accordance with workplace procedures 6.4. Equipment and work area clean-up is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures 6.5. Records and reports are completed to workplace requirements |
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 must satisfy the endorsed assessment guidelines of the Furnishing Industry Training Package Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application Assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances Assessment 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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OHS requirements |
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Legislative requirements |
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Organisational requirements |
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Tools and equipment |
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Waste |
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Records and reports |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Coopering |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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