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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

Required skills

apply occupational health and safety standards

observe relevant statutory requirements and codes of practice

use update and where appropriate produce sketches and basic drawings

select materials and resources

use and apply basic quality standards

apply quality procedures

communicate effectively

communicate ideas and information to obtain confirmation of work requirements and specifications coordination with other workers and the reporting of work outcomes and problems

collect organise and understand information related to work orders basic plans and safety procedures

plan and organise activities including preparation for work and obtaining equipment and materials

work with others and in a team to optimise efficient workflow and productivity

apply prechecking and quality techniques to anticipate construction problems avoid reworking and avoid wastage

use of routine workplace tools equipment materials and measuring devices

Depending on the object to be made required skills may also include

use cutting and heating equipment

use of mechanical cutting equipment

use of workshop plant and equipment

use of hand and portable power tools

Required knowledge

the interpretation of a plan representing the product to be made

the concept of workflow and its relation to manufacture of objects

identification of appropriate hand and power tools materials equipment processes and procedures

occupational health and safety standards and practices

relevant statutory requirements and codes of practice

hand and portable power tools and their application

mechanical cutting techniques

paints sealants and glues

jigs and templates

workshop plant and equipment

manufacture and assembly techniques

common materials used in the manufacture of metal objects

mathematical techniques

communication principles

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

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Knowledge and application of relevant sections of

occupational health and safety legislation statutory legislation

enterprisesite safety procedures

enterprisesite emergency procedures

preparation and planning of work

lay out marking offout and developing techniques and procedures

fabrication techniques

shaping techniques

cutting techniques

perform normal operator maintenance of work area to enable work to be conducted safely and efficiently

relevant standards and procedures

completion of work procedures

Context of assessment

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

Specific resources required for assessment

Access to plans hand andor power tools equipment materials and a work area

Access is required to opportunities and appropriate resources to either

carry out a range of suitably simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to work safely usually as part of a holistic assessment involving other competency units andor

participate in actual workplace activities that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to work safely

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.

What can metal include?

What can object from metal include?

Anobject from metalcan include:

a small decorative box, with or without a lid

metallic picture frame.

What are the work instructions?

Work instructions may include:

job sheets

patterns

plans

drawings and sketches

verbal or illustrated directions from supervisor

number and type of objects to be produced

quality requirements.

OH&S requirements

environmental requirements

What can OH&S requirements include?

OH&S requirementsmay include:

legislative requirements

hazardous and dangerous goods codes

safe operating procedures

specific workplace rules regarding personal protective wear and equipment such as disposable overalls, dust mask, eye and ear protection and gloves.

Workplace

Workplace for this unit means a manufacturing environment specifically established for learning introductory manufacturing skills. It may be:

a school classroom or workshop equipped to teach manufacturing principles and practices

RTO premises equipped to teach manufacturing principles and practices

an enterprise environment where above average supervision exists and training is occurring. The normal production imperatives have been modified to take into account the training being delivered.

What can a suitable work area include?

A suitable work area may include:

What can appropriate tools, equipment and materials include?

Appropriate tools will vary according to the project, but may include:

measuring tapes or rulers

cordless drills/ screwdrivers

fixing and joining devices

jigs

clamping devices

pincers

Appropriate equipment could include:

power saws

power drills

band saws

vertical drill presses

protective eye ware

protective gloves

dust masks

overalls or protective clothing

Appropriate materials could include:

hinges and metal fasteners

pencils and markers

paints.

What potential hazards include?

Potential hazards may include:

broken or faulty equipment

unnoticed sharp objects

poor lighting

inadequate ventilation

inadequate attention to the activities of others

electrical shortages and power overload

disorganised or cluttered workspace (poor housekeeping)

poor attention when dealing with tools and equipment.

environmental chemicals, heat, dust, noise, gas and oil.

What could records include?

Records could include:

plant and maintenance records

job cards

check sheets

reporting requirements

documenting equipment and/or material defects

workplace procedures relating to the use of tools and equipment.

What could specifications include and what does it mean for materials to be formed?

Specifications could include:

measurements and dimensions

forming methods could include cutting, bending, rolling, beading.

What is involved in making sure edges and surfaces are prepared?

Preparing edges and surfaces could include:

What is involved in making sure metal pieces are joined?

Joining metal pieces could include attaching pieces together with:

screws, rivets, nuts and bolts

hinging

soldering

What is involved in making sure non-conformities are rectified?

Rectifying non-conformities could involve:

deconstructing the assembled pieces

reshaping /resizing or re-cutting elements

reassembling elements.

What is involved in making sure work is finished?

Finishing work can include:

filing

polishing

grinding

painting and decorating.

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MSAPCII298A - Make an object from metal

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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

Evidence Required

Range Statement