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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare
   • Work instructions and job specifications are identified and confirmed
   • Resources required for work instructions are selected
   • Machine controls and cutting tools are pre-set and adjusted to job specifications
   • Measuring equipment is calibrated to specification
   • Machine speed and feed controls are adjusted according to type of metal or alloy being machined
2. Produce parts
   • Workplace procedures are identified and followed
   • Parts are machined to specification using appropriate equipment and machining process
   • Parts are machined and checked against job specifications and specified tolerances
   • Identified faults and defects are rectified according to work quality goals
3. Complete work processes
   • Work area and equipment are cleaned and maintained according to workplace procedures
   • Faulty equipment is identified, tagged and reported
   • Machined parts are washed, dried and inspected according to workplace procedures
   • Work sheets and production schedule are completed and given to appropriate personnel

Range Statement

This section specifies 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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Workplace procedures must include:	procedures for machining equipment operation and maintenance procedures for recording and reporting the machining of parts WHS requirements for machining parts.
Work quality goals must include:	elimination of machining defects inspection practices of machined parts.

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