Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MEM20003A Install and upgrade locks and hardware
Application
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to install and upgrade locks/locking systems and lock furniture, including providing advice on installation and upgrade requirements and instructing clients on the use of the product. It applies across commercial, industrial and domestic applications and work would mainly be carried out off-site.
Where fitting of door control devices is required unit MEM20005 Install and maintain door control devices/systems should also be selected.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Band : A
Unit Weight : 4
Pre-requisite Unit
MEM11011 |
Undertake manual handling |
MEM13015 |
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering |
MEM16006 |
Organise and communicate information |
MEM18001 |
Use hand tools |
MEM18002 |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
Competency Field
Locksmithing
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1 |
Determine job requirements |
1.1 |
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
1.2 |
Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times |
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1.3 |
Determine job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions |
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1.4 |
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs |
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1.5 |
Advise customer of products, product options and possible upgrade options in accordance with SOPs and customer requirements |
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1.6 |
Establish installation procedure in accordance with work order and with minimal disruption to customer, services or normal work routines |
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2 |
Organise and prepare installation |
2.1 |
Select and obtain appropriate and serviceable tools, equipment, and materials in accordance with SOPs and fitting requirements |
2.2 |
Establish access to site and specific site requirements, and make appropriate arrangements in accordance with client and organisational requirements |
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2.3 |
Establish and maintain a safe worksite in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements |
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3 |
Install and upgrade locks and hardware |
3.1 |
Prepare installation location, measure and mark out, as appropriate |
3.2 |
Fit locks and hardware in accordance with manufacturer specifications and SOPs |
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3.3 |
Check lock and hardware for correct functioning and rectify operational problems |
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3.4 |
Carry out work using safe work procedures and practices and in accordance with applicable legislation, codes, regulations and standards |
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3.5 |
Identify problems affecting the installation and discuss and resolve variations with appropriate persons |
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4 |
Complete the installation |
4.1 |
Ensure work site is cleaned and left in presentable condition in accordance with original presentation, client requirements, industry standards and SOPs |
4.2 |
Undertake final inspections and rectify non-conformance to ensure installation conforms to industry, legislative and order requirements |
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4.3 |
Notify client of job completion and obtain client acceptance in accordance with SOPs |
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4.4 |
Instruct client on use of product in accordance with SOPs and manufacturer specifications |
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4.5 |
Complete relevant documentation and process in accordance with industry, legislative and organisational requirements |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those required skills (reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy) that are essential to workplace performance in this unit of competency.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. |
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Customer requirements include one (1) or more of the following: |
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Organisational requirements include one (1) or more of the following: |
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Tools, equipment and other materials include one (1) or more of the following: |
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PPE includes one (1) or more of the following: |
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Locks and hardware include one (1) or more of the following: |
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Access and installation factors and potential issues include one (1) or more of the following: |
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Documentation includes one (1) or more of the following: |
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Unit Mapping Information
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MEM20003A Install and upgrade locks and hardware
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b7050d37-5fd0-4740-8f7d-3b7a49c10bb2