Assessor Resource

FWPCOT2219
Use hand-held tools

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to select and a use variety of manual hand tools and power tools for various tasks. Work is completed in work settings and involves completing basic non-specialist maintenance.

The unit applies to Production Worker, Manufacturing Assistant, Timber Manufacturing Worker, Sawmill Worker.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare for using hand-held tools

1.1 Review work order and, where required, check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Assess production requirements and select serviceable hand-held tools appropriate to complete tasks.

1.3 Plan hand-held tool operating process in line with work order.

2. Operate and maintain hand-held tools

2.1 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment.

2.2 Follow lock out procedures and check tools for safe operation in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

2.3 Identify unsafe, faulty or unserviceable items and mark for repair or replacement in line with organisational procedures.

2.4 Use hand and power tools in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions environmental protection practices.

2.5 Apply appropriate techniques with tools to produce required production outcomes.

2.6 Check tool operation regularly to assess need for sharpening and other maintenance requirements.

2.7 Complete basic non-specialist maintenance for hand and power tools in line with manufacturer’s recommendations and safety procedures.

2.8 Record and report tool faults, serviceability issues and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

safely use appropriate manual and portable power tools:

manual hand tools:

handsaws

knives

chisels

hammers

hand drills

files

rasps

portable power tools:

drills

grinders

sanders

saws

nail guns

complete basic non-specialist maintenance in line with manufacturers’ recommendations, including:

sharpening at appropriate speed and at correct pitch and angle to obtain a sharp edge

cleaning

lubricating

tightening

adjusting

checking consumable components for bluntness, wear and other damage

removing and replacing consumable components.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

environmental protection practices for the use and maintenance of hand-held tools:

cleaning tools

safely disposing of waste and used consumables

types of hand-held tools; their purpose, features and operation:

manual hand tools:

handsaws

knives

chisels

hammers

hand drills

files

rasps

portable power tools:

drills

grinders

sanders

saws

nail guns

basic non-specialist repair and maintenance requirements and techniques for hand-held tools:

sharpening

cleaning

lubricating

tightening

adjusting

checking consumable components for bluntness and damage

removing and replacing consumable components

types and correct use of personal protection equipment for operating and maintaining hand-held tools

basic content of manufacturers’:

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for cleaning, repairing and maintaining

format, content and use of these maintenance documents:

tags to identify faulty equipment

fault reports

repair and maintenance requests

organisational procedures specific to operating and maintaining hand-held-tools:

workplace health and safety, with particular emphasis on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting equipment faults and maintenance requests.

The following resources must be made available:

hand-held tools:

manual hand tools:

handsaws

knives

chisels

hammers

hand drills

files

rasps

portable power tools:

drills

grinders

sanders

saws

nail guns

consumable components

maintenance tools and equipment for hand-held tools

personal protection equipment for operating and maintaining hand-held tools

manufacturers’:

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for cleaning, repairing and maintaining

template maintenance documents:

tags to identify faulty equipment

fault reports

repair and maintenance requests

organisational procedures for operating and maintaining hand-held-tools

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare for using hand-held tools

1.1 Review work order and, where required, check with appropriate personnel.

1.2 Assess production requirements and select serviceable hand-held tools appropriate to complete tasks.

1.3 Plan hand-held tool operating process in line with work order.

2. Operate and maintain hand-held tools

2.1 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment.

2.2 Follow lock out procedures and check tools for safe operation in line with manufacturer's recommendations.

2.3 Identify unsafe, faulty or unserviceable items and mark for repair or replacement in line with organisational procedures.

2.4 Use hand and power tools in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions environmental protection practices.

2.5 Apply appropriate techniques with tools to produce required production outcomes.

2.6 Check tool operation regularly to assess need for sharpening and other maintenance requirements.

2.7 Complete basic non-specialist maintenance for hand and power tools in line with manufacturer’s recommendations and safety procedures.

2.8 Record and report tool faults, serviceability issues and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel.

Not Applicable

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

safely use appropriate manual and portable power tools:

manual hand tools:

handsaws

knives

chisels

hammers

hand drills

files

rasps

portable power tools:

drills

grinders

sanders

saws

nail guns

complete basic non-specialist maintenance in line with manufacturers’ recommendations, including:

sharpening at appropriate speed and at correct pitch and angle to obtain a sharp edge

cleaning

lubricating

tightening

adjusting

checking consumable components for bluntness, wear and other damage

removing and replacing consumable components.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

environmental protection practices for the use and maintenance of hand-held tools:

cleaning tools

safely disposing of waste and used consumables

types of hand-held tools; their purpose, features and operation:

manual hand tools:

handsaws

knives

chisels

hammers

hand drills

files

rasps

portable power tools:

drills

grinders

sanders

saws

nail guns

basic non-specialist repair and maintenance requirements and techniques for hand-held tools:

sharpening

cleaning

lubricating

tightening

adjusting

checking consumable components for bluntness and damage

removing and replacing consumable components

types and correct use of personal protection equipment for operating and maintaining hand-held tools

basic content of manufacturers’:

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for cleaning, repairing and maintaining

format, content and use of these maintenance documents:

tags to identify faulty equipment

fault reports

repair and maintenance requests

organisational procedures specific to operating and maintaining hand-held-tools:

workplace health and safety, with particular emphasis on equipment lock out and use of personal protective equipment

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting equipment faults and maintenance requests.

The following resources must be made available:

hand-held tools:

manual hand tools:

handsaws

knives

chisels

hammers

hand drills

files

rasps

portable power tools:

drills

grinders

sanders

saws

nail guns

consumable components

maintenance tools and equipment for hand-held tools

personal protection equipment for operating and maintaining hand-held tools

manufacturers’:

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for cleaning, repairing and maintaining

template maintenance documents:

tags to identify faulty equipment

fault reports

repair and maintenance requests

organisational procedures for operating and maintaining hand-held-tools

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Review work order and, where required, check with appropriate personnel. 
Assess production requirements and select serviceable hand-held tools appropriate to complete tasks. 
Plan hand-held tool operating process in line with work order. 
Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment. 
Follow lock out procedures and check tools for safe operation in line with manufacturer's recommendations. 
Identify unsafe, faulty or unserviceable items and mark for repair or replacement in line with organisational procedures. 
Use hand and power tools in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions environmental protection practices. 
Apply appropriate techniques with tools to produce required production outcomes. 
Check tool operation regularly to assess need for sharpening and other maintenance requirements. 
Complete basic non-specialist maintenance for hand and power tools in line with manufacturer’s recommendations and safety procedures. 
Record and report tool faults, serviceability issues and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel. 

Forms

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