Release |
Comment |
1 |
This unit replaces RIISAM203B Use hand and power tools |
2 |
Corrected wording in Element 1. |
3 |
Required frequency and volume of evidence amended in Performance evidence. Substantial amendments made in Assessment Conditions field, including: references to Industry Sectors, assessor and subject matter expert experience requirements, how assessment should be conducted and what it should confirm. |
This unit describes a participant s skills and knowledge required to use hand and power tools in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry.
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
1. Plan and prepare to use hand and power tools |
1.1 Access, interpret and apply hand and power tools documentation to ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activity 1.5 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency |
2. Select and use hand tools |
2.1 Select hand tools appropriate for the work activity 2.2 Check tools for serviceability and safety, and report faults 2.3 Clamp or fix materials in position 2.4 Use hand tools safely and effectively according to their intended use 2.5 Locate hand tools safely when not in immediate use |
3. Select and use power tools |
3.1 Select power tools and equipment appropriate for the work activity 3.2 Inspect tools for serviceability and safety, and report faults 3.3 Visually check power leads/hoses for serviceability/safety and report faults 3.4 Clear route for safe placement and connection of leads/hoses 3.5 Clamp or fix material in position for power tool application where applicable 3.6 Use power tools safely and effectively in application processes 3.7 Locate power tools safely when not in immediate use |
4. Conduct housekeeping activities |
4.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 4.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues 4.3 Process written records and reports |
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit. Further information is available in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package Companion Volume.
RIISAM203B Use hand and power tools
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.education.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
Release |
Comment |
1 |
This unit replaces RIISAM203B Use hand and power tools |
2 |
Corrected wording in Element 1. |
3 |
Required frequency and volume of evidence amended in Performance evidence. Substantial amendments made in Assessment Conditions field, including: references to Industry Sectors, assessor and subject matter expert experience requirements, how assessment should be conducted and what it should confirm. |
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in using hand and power tools through:
Industry sector |
AQF** Level |
Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience |
Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction |
1 |
1 Year |
2 |
2 Years |
|
Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying) |
3-6 |
3 Years |
Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction |
3-6 |
5 Years |
Other sectors |
Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation. |
*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.
**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.education.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272