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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify hand and power tools
  2. Select appropriate hand tools
  3. Use appropriate hand tools
  4. Select appropriate power tools
  5. Use appropriate power tools
  6. Clean up work area and tools

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence

Demonstrate compliance with OHS regulations applicable to workplace operations

Adopt and carry out correct procedures prior to during and after use of hand and power tools

Follow work instructions operating procedures and inspection practices to

minimise the risk of injury to self or others

prevent damage to goods tools equipment or products

maintain required production output and product quality

Demonstrate the safe and effective use of the listed hand and power tools required by the picture framing sector in performing tasks for which they are to be used

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Indicate compliance with organisational policies and procedures including quality assurance requirements

Resource implications

Picture framing sector hand and power tools materials used in the manufacturing andor processing of picture framing products operating procedures work area and workplace requirements

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge

Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency which together form a part of the job role

Context of assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment materials work instructions and deadlines


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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Unit context

This unit covers work involving the use of hand and power tools in applications relating to the picture framing sector of the furnishing industry

Work requires individuals to demonstrate skill, accuracy and dexterity in the application of tools to work tasks

Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, OHS legislation, environmental legislation, manual handling procedures, relevant health regulations and organisation insurance requirements

Workplace environment

Work may be conducted in large, medium or small workplaces

OHS requirements may include safe working practices, use of tools and equipment, use of power tools, safe handling and storage of materials in accordance with enterprise procedures

Reporting of faults in the operation of hand and power tools may be verbal or written

Hand tools used in the picture framing sector are to include:

hand saws

chisels

underpinners

screwdrivers

marking out tools

pincers

pliers (including stretching pliers)

files

glass cutters

squares

measures

hammers

spirit level

guillotine

cutting blades

clamps

needles

knives

scissors

plane

glass pliers

scoring tool

framer's points gun

ATG dispenser

nail punch

Hand tools include hand-operated mechanical tools such as the pneumatic V-nailer

Power tools used in the picture framing sector are to include:

power saws (circular

drop

docking and mitre)

power drills

guillotine

V-nailers

compressor and air guns

(including tackers

staplers

flexi point)

hand power saw and power screwdriver

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulations and enterprise practices and procedures. It may include:

gloves

safety glasses

ear protection

safety footwear

aprons and overalls

Information and procedures

Hand and power tool manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to OHS, tool handling and operation, reporting and communication

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs