Unit of competency details

Elements and Performance Criteria 

Element 

Performance Criteria 

1

Select and use hand tools 

1.1

Correct tools for work to be carried out are chosen to complete workplace tasks and to ensure efficient and safe working conditions

1.2

Appropriate personal safety protection is used to minimise the risk of personal injury

2

Maintain hand tools 

2.1

Equipment is cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturers specifications and/or local instructions to ensure correct functionality of equipment

2.2

Any unserviceable tools are repaired, replaced or reported to relevant personnel to ensure correct functionality

3

Secure and store hand tools 

3.1

Tools are transported in a safe, secure, efficient manner to minimise risk of injury to personnel and damage to equipment

3.2

Tools are stored and secured according to manufacturers or workplace procedures to prevent damage to, and losses of, equipment

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge :

Relevant sections of state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirements

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Workplace procedures and policies for the use and maintenance of hand tools

Problems that can occur when using and maintaining hand tools and related action that should be taken

Materials used when using and maintaining hand tools and the procedures and precautions for their care, use and storage

Workplace documentation and records requirements

Procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency

Workplace component and material supply system

Required skills :

Communicate effectively with others when maintaining and using hand tools

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the maintenance and use of hand tools

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the use and maintenance of hand tools

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocols

Work both individually and collaboratively with others when maintaining and using hand tools

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions when maintaining and using hand tools in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unplanned events

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Identify, select and efficiently and effectively use relevant hand tools and related materials

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and/or equipment, and/or

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment 

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

RANGE STATEMENT 

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Hand tools may include:

those required for operations and maintenance

Operations may be carried out in typical rail transport situations, including:

operations conducted at day or night

typical weather conditions

in confined spaces, exposed conditions and controlled or open environment

Materials may include:

servicing materials such as lubricants

related materials and consumables needed when using tools, e.g. nails, screws, grease, etc.

Safety equipment may include:

high visibility clothing

sunscreen and sun glasses

insect repellent

gloves, safety headwear, mask and footwear

portable radios

flags and hand lamps

safety glasses and hearing protection

safety devices

Environmental hazards may include:

leaking oil and fuel

inappropriate disposal of fluids in drains or sewerage systems

inappropriate disposal of waste and rubbish

Consultative processes may involve:

workplace personnel

supervisors and managers

customers/clients

equipment manufacturers representatives and contractors

union representatives

industrial relations and OH&S specialists

other professional or technical staff

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established or standard procedures

Contingency processes may relate to:

personal injury

tool malfunctions

Operators of mechanised equipment must have:

undertaken training

where appropriate, hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate

be recognised as competent for the class of machinery being used

Information/records may include:

workplace operational and technical instructions and procedures for the use and care of hand tools

relevant regulations including state/territory safety codes of practice and safeworking regulations

maintenance checklists and records for the use and servicing of tools

tool/equipment manufacturers instructions, specifications and recommended procedures

precautions and procedures to be adopted to protect the environment when using and maintaining hand tools

OH&S procedures

QA plans and procedures

data and document control procedures

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

emergency procedures

award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirements

the Code of Practice for the Defined Interstate Rail Network in situations where operations are carried out on that network

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

workplace relations regulations including equal opportunity, equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation

workers compensation regulations