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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? | Metal may include:mild steelgalvanised steelstainless steelaluminiumbrass |
What can object from metal include? | Anobject from metalcan include:a small decorative box, with or without a liddesk pencil holdermetallic photo albumcabinetshelvingCD rackmetallic picture frame. |
What are the work instructions? | Work instructions may include: job sheetspatternsplansdrawings and sketchesverbal or illustrated directions from supervisornumber and type of objects to be producedquality requirements.OH&S requirementsenvironmental requirements |
What can OH&S requirements include? | OH&S requirementsmay include: legislative requirementshazardous and dangerous goods codessafe operating proceduresspecific 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 practicesRTO premises equipped to teach manufacturing principles and practicesan 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: workbenchdesk or tableworkshopsheddurable space |
What can appropriate tools, equipment and materials include? | Appropriate tools will vary according to the project, but may include: measuring tapes or rulershammersmalletssquaresbevelschiselsfilesplaneshand sawscordless drills/ screwdriversfixing and joining devicesjigsclamping devicespincersAppropriate equipment could include: power sawspower drillsband sawsvertical drill pressesprotective eye wareprotective glovesdust masksoveralls or protective clothingAppropriate materials could include: metaladhesivesscrewsnutsboltshinges and metal fastenerspencils and markerspaints. |
What potential hazards include? | Potential hazards may include: broken or faulty equipmentunnoticed sharp objectspoor lightinginadequate ventilationinadequate attention to the activities of otherselectrical shortages and power overloaddisorganised 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 recordsjob cardscheck sheetsreporting requirementsdocumenting equipment and/or material defectsworkplace 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 dimensionsforming methods could include cutting, bending, rolling, beading. |
What is involved in making sure edges and surfaces are prepared? | Preparing edges and surfaces could include: filingsandingcleaninggrindingpolishing |
What is involved in making sure metal pieces are joined? | Joining metal pieces could include attaching pieces together with: screws, rivets, nuts and boltshingingsoldering |
What is involved in making sure non-conformities are rectified? | Rectifying non-conformities could involve: deconstructing the assembled piecesreshaping /resizing or re-cutting elementsreassembling elements. |
What is involved in making sure work is finished? | Finishing work can include: filingpolishinggrindingpainting and decorating. |