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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for work
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Machine information is sourced, procedures and methods are analysed, and tools required for the machining process are selected
   • Tools and measuring equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Technical and calibration requirements for machining are determined and support equipment is identified and prepared
   • Components are measured and required repair action is determined
2. Set machine
   • Machine is set up according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures, and without causing damage to any component or system
   • Component is positioned and clamped according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Machine is adjusted to meet operational requirements and specifications using appropriate measuring equipment and according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Tooling and accessories for the job are selected, and worn or damaged tooling is identified and changed or sharpened, according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3. Operate and monitor machine
   • Machine is operated according to workplace procedures and safety requirements, following machinery safe operating procedures and without causing damage to any component or system
   • Components are measured to ensure compliance with specifications
   • Sharpness of tooling is monitored and tooling is sharpened or replaced to meet requirements
   • Finished product is checked for alignment, tolerance and finish according to specifications and workplace procedures
   • Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure finished work complies with workplace requirements
   • Bright surfaces are treated with rust prevention solution and component is prepared for further process or storage according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
4. Prepare for work
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Machine information is sourced, procedures and methods are analysed, and tools required for the machining process are selected
   • Tools and measuring equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Technical and calibration requirements for machining are determined and support equipment is identified and prepared
   • Components are measured and required repair action is determined
5. Set machine
   • Machine is set up according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures, and without causing damage to any component or system
   • Component is positioned and clamped according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Machine is adjusted to meet operational requirements and specifications using appropriate measuring equipment and according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Tooling and accessories for the job are selected, and worn or damaged tooling is identified and changed or sharpened, according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
6. Operate and monitor machine
   • Machine is operated according to workplace procedures and safety requirements, following machinery safe operating procedures and without causing damage to any component or system
   • Components are measured to ensure compliance with specifications
   • Sharpness of tooling is monitored and tooling is sharpened or replaced to meet requirements
   • Finished product is checked for alignment, tolerance and finish according to specifications and workplace procedures
7. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure finished work complies with workplace requirements
   • Bright surfaces are treated with rust prevention solution and component is prepared for further process or storage according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

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.

Safety requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including: procedures for selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE), including: eye, hand and feet protection protective clothing operational risk assessment and treatments associated with: electrical safety of machinery machinery movement and operation.

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Performance Evidence

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

set up, operate and monitor machine operations for three tasks, including:

one precision grinding operation

one milling or boring operation.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to setting up, operating and monitoring specialist machinery, including:

procedures for selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE), including:

eye, hand and feet protection

protective clothing

operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:

electrical safety of machinery

machinery movement and operation

basic machining procedures for commonly used specialist reconditioning machines, including:

sharpening and shaping tools

identifying worn and damaged cutting tools

correctly mounting and positioning cutting tools

setting machining parameters to achieve job requirements and maximise tool life, including speeds and feeds

types and application of coolants and lubricants

measuring to specified tolerances and dimensions

type, characteristics, uses and limitations of commonly used specialist reconditioning machines

techniques for reading and interpreting technical information, including technical drawings.

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