Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to inspect equipment and carry out routine maintenance and/or adjustment using a limited range of hand tools. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit has application in a food production environment. It typically targets the production worker responsible for conducting simple and routine maintenance tasks to support the operation of machines or equipment. When applied to the pharmaceutical industry, relevant Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) codes apply in place of the Food Standards Code and reference to food safety is replaced by GMP. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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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. Conduct routine inspection of plant and equipment |
1.1. Equipment is inspected to identify signs of wear 1.2. Nature of maintenance requirement is assessed |
2. Prepare to conduct routine maintenance |
2.1. Maintenance task is assessed to determine tools and services required 2.2. Equipment is prepared for maintenance 2.3. Hand tools are selected according to task requirements 2.4. Tools are checked before use and unsafe and/or faulty items are reported within standard procedures 2.5. Maintenance is planned and scheduled in consultation with affected work areas to minimise disruption to production |
3. Carry out routine maintenance |
3.1. Routine maintenance on equipment is carried out according to workplace procedures 3.2. Maintenance activities are reported according to workplace reporting requirements |
4. Complete maintenance tasks |
4.1. Equipment is returned to operating order 4.2. Tools and materials are stored according to workplace procedure 4.3. Relevant personnel are notified of maintenance completion 4.4. Housekeeping standards are maintained 4.5. Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Ability to :
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Required knowledge |
Knowledge of :
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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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Overview of assessment |
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
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Method of assessment |
This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. |
Guidance information for assessment |
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities. |
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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Routine maintenance |
Routine maintenance is carried out according to company policies and procedures, licensing requirements, legislative requirements and industrial awards and agreements |
Workplace information |
Workplace information may include:
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Typical routine maintenance tasks |
Typical routine maintenance tasks will depend on the workplace and may include:
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Tools and materials |
Tools and materials depend on the maintenance function and may include:
Materials may include:
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Inspections of equipment |
Inspections of equipment may be carried out:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Operational |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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