Unit of competency details
MEM20015 - Produce hand cut keys (Release 1)
Summary
Usage recommendation:
Current
Releases:
| 1 1 (this release) |
19/Dec/2022 |
Companion volumes:
Unit of competency
Assessment requirements
Training packages that include this unit
Qualifications that include this unit
Classifications
Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 030715 | Precision Metalworking | 08/Feb/2023 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. Supersedes but is not equivalent to MEM20001 Produce keys.
Application
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to produce and duplicate keys for mechanical locking devices and systems using hand tools. It applies to the production of keys across a range of locksmithing areas, including those related to automotive, domestic, commercial, security container and ancillary applications.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Band: A
Unit Weight: 2
Pre-requisite Unit
MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
MEM18001 Use hand tools
Competency Field
Locksmithing
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements
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Performance Criteria
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Elements describe the essential outcomes.
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Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
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1. Determine job requirements
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1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
1.2 Comply with work, health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
1.4 Determine job requirements from specifications
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2. Prepare materials and equipment
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2.1 Select appropriate tools and equipment
2.2 Select correct key blank for the given application
2.3 Set up equipment and accessories in an appropriate manner for cutting and/or duplicating
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3. Produce keys by hand
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3.1 Cut keys by hand using hand tools and equipment safely and in accordance with SOPs
3.2 Ensure key dimensions meet manufacturer specifications
3.3 Finish key in accordance with SOPs
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Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
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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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Specifications are obtained from one or more of the following:
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- drawings
- work instructions
- existing samples
- lock inspection.
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Method for cutting and/or duplicating includes one or more of the following:
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- hand
- computer and book code equipment.
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Key types include one or more of the following:
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- inline pin tumbler
- single and double-sided wafer
- lever:
- pin
- pipe
- mortice
- flat steel
- double bitted
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Requirements for key production include one or more of the following:
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- specific client requirements and quantities
- completion times and dates
- job requirements and tasks
- work health and safety (WHS) requirements
- company requirements
- compliance with relevant manufacturer requirements
- warranties and service information.
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Tools and equipment include one or more of the following:
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- crimpers
- hand files
- bridge support
- standard gauges
- vernier callipers.
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Unit Mapping Information
No equivalent unit
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b7050d37-5fd0-4740-8f7d-3b7a49c10bb2
Assessment requirements
Modification History
Release 1. Supersedes but is not equivalent to MEM20001 Produce keys.
Performance Evidence
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include:
- following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices
- interpreting conversion charts, reference books and samples to identify blank requirements for keys used in different industries
- selecting appropriate cutting or duplicating method for key type and system
- measuring key dimensions and identifying key type on at least two occasions appropriate to the task
- setting up and safely using hand cutting equipment to produce keys on at least two occasions
- ensuring key dimensions meet specifications, checking calibration and finishing keys.
Note: Where a volume and/or frequency is not specified, demonstration must be provided at least once.
Knowledge Evidence
Evidence required to demonstrate the required knowledge for this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:
- safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- key types
- requirements for key production
- different techniques for cutting and duplicating
- tools and equipment for hand cutting keys
- key systems and blanks
- spacings, depths, angles, shapes and other measurements relevant to cutting keys
- terminology for key production
- tools, equipment and accessories for cutting keys by hand
- key blank storage and classification systems
- identification marking procedures
- key storage and packaging procedures.
Assessment Conditions
- have vocational competency in producing keys by hand at least to the level being assessed with relevant industry knowledge and experience
- satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 or its replacement and comply with the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011, its replacementor equivalent legislation covering VET regulation in a non-referring state/territory as the case requires.
- Where possible, assessment must occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment that reflects realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
- Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications.
- Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b7050d37-5fd0-4740-8f7d-3b7a49c10bb2
