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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Apply WHS/OHS principles
2. Information on WHS/OHS requirements when using keyboard/keypad devices is accessed and interpreted
3. Posture and ergonomic settings of chair and workstation are adjusted following WHS/OHS guidelines
4. WHS/OHS guidelines on rest periods and exercise are followed when using computer keyboards, calculators or other data entry devices
5. Enter data
6. Text and numeric data are entered into a computer, calculator or other data entry device using a keyboard or keypad as part of workplace tasks
7. Entered information is checked and corrected using a keyboard or keypad

Range Statement

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. Non-essential conditions can be found in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

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Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include: applying precautions and required actions to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that exist when using keyboards to enter data applying relevant workplace procedures interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work modifying activities depending on operational contingencies, risk situations and environments operating and adapting to differences in keyboards, software and computer equipment in accordance with operating procedures operating electronic infotechnology and computer equipment to required protocol reading and interpreting instructions, procedures, information and manuals relevant to using keyboards to enter data working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self.

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Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of: procedures for the use of keyboards and computer equipment in the workplace relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures and guidelines concerning the use of computer equipment in the workplace, including recommended posture, ergonomic settings of chair and workstation, and the use of rest periods and exercise typical problems that can occur when using keyboards to enter data and related appropriate action that can be taken to prevent or solve these problems WHS/OHS hazards and risks when using computer equipment for work tasks, and ways of controlling the risks involved.

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