Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSAPMOPS102A Perform tasks to support production
Application
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to perform tasks in support of the production process working under close supervision.
This competency applies to personnel who are not operating equipment but are making products or contributing to the production process through predominantly manual tasks. These tasks might be referred to as 'fetch and carry' type tasks.
This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team/work group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate. It might also apply to a more experienced operator working outside their field of expertise and under close supervision.
The competency applies to all sectors of the manufacturing industry.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Competency Field
Operations
Unit Sector
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 |
Perform general duties and tasks |
1.1 |
Perform tasks as directed |
1.2 |
Ask questions of appropriate person to confirm unusual requirements |
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1.3 |
Organise relevant equipment and tools and check to confirm good working condition |
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1.4 |
Identify hazards and follow specified hazard controls |
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1.5 |
Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE), where needed, in accordance with organisation procedures |
2 |
Transfer, remove or supply materials/ product where required |
2.1 |
Organise, confirm and record requests and tasks according to specified procedures |
2.2 |
Identify and organise appropriate equipment for transferring material where relevant |
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2.3 |
Load and unload material using suitable aids |
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2.4 |
Transfer/move material to the correct destination in a safe manner |
3 |
Perform cleaning duties associated with role |
3.1 |
Clarify cleaning duties |
3.2 |
Determine, prepare and mix appropriate cleaning equipment and chemicals/detergents for specific tasks |
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3.3 |
Follow procedures for handling and storage of cleaning liquids in accordance with organisation or manufacturer specifications |
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3.4 |
Clean as required |
4 |
Complete duties and reporting requirements |
4.1 |
Identify routine problems and take corrective actions, as required |
4.2 |
Complete reporting requirements in accordance with organisation procedures |
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
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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Procedures |
All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures. Procedures are written, verbal, visual, computer-based or in some other form, and include one or more of the following:
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Tools and equipment |
Tools and equipment include one or more of the following:
Note that production equipment and complex equipment, such as forklifts, overhead cranes or front-end loaders, are not covered by this unit. |
Loading and unloading aids |
Loading and unloading aids include equipment other than regulated load shifting equipment. Loading and unloading aids must conform to materials handling requirements, safe work practices and manual handling techniques and workplace procedures. |
Hazards |
Hazards include one or more of the following:
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Routine problems |
Routine problems must be reported and corrective action taken according to relevant procedures. Routine problems include one or more of the following:
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Corrective actions |
Corrective actions include one or more of:
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Appropriate personnel |
Appropriate personnel includes one or more of:
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Unit Mapping Information
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSAPMOPS102A Perform tasks to support production
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=d1287d36-dff4-4e9f-ad2c-9d6270054027