Unit of competency

Modification History

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to safely use hand and power tools in the workshop and on the worksite.

It applies to individuals who may work as technical staff and who may make use of safety equipment and workshop facilities.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Telecommunications – Telecommunications Networks Engineering

Elements and Performance Criteria

Foundation Skills

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

Unit Mapping Information

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guides are available from VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

• accurately interpret work orders relevant to selection and use of tools
• interpret specifications and instructions relating to materials and equipment on which tools are to be used
• prepare work environment and set up tools for safe and effective use
• perform work processes following all relevant safety requirements applying to use of hand and power tools
• monitor tool operation for correct operation during use
• inspect completed work to verify correct tool operation and use
• communicate evidence of faults and other problems
• comply with all related work health and safety (WHS) requirements and work practices.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

• electrical and compressed air safety
• equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations
• features and operating requirements of hand and power tools
• general housekeeping policies and procedures
• industry and worksite terminology
• information required to operate equipment according to a test specification
• job safety analysis (JSA) or safe work method statement
• legislation, codes of practice and other formal agreements that impact the work activity
• manufacturer’s requirements for safe operation of equipment
• materials commonly used in the industry
• safety data sheets (SDS) and materials handling methods
• operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures
• common power sources
• specific WHS requirements relating to the activity and site conditions
• typical issues and challenges that occur onsite.

Assessment Conditions

Skills in this unit must be demonstrated in a workplace or simulated environment where the conditions are typical of those in a working environment in this industry.

This includes access to:

• sites where hand and power tools may be used
• hand and power tools currently used in industry
• relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impact the use of hand and power tools.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guides are available from VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=a53af4e4-b400-484e-b778-71c9e9d6aff2