Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare machinery and equipment for use
- Machine and equipment is selected appropriate to job requirements and confirmed against a work plan.
- Routine pre-operational checks of machinery and equipment are carried out to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise requirements.
- Equipment is securely attached and calibrated for operation to manufacturer's specifications.
- Faulty machinery and equipment is identified, safety tagged, and reported to supervisor according to enterprise requirements.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed and risk controls are implemented.
- Operate machinery and equipment
- Machinery and equipment is operated in a safe and controlled manner, and monitored for performance and efficiency.
- Risk to self, others and the environment are recognised and minimised according to enterprise and OHS requirements.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected, used and maintained according to procedures.
- Environmental implications associated with machinery operation are identified, assessed and taken into account.
- Check and complete machinery and equipment operation
- Machinery and equipment shut-down procedures are carried out to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise requirements.
- Machinery and equipment operational records are maintained according to enterprise requirements.
- Machinery and equipment damage, malfunctions or irregular performance are recorded and/or reported according to enterprise requirements.
- Machinery and equipment is cleaned, secured and stored according to manufacturer's specifications and enterprise requirements.