Competency is to be demonstrated by the safe and effective operation of the particular hand and power tools listed within the range of variables statement relative to the work orientation.
(1) Critical Aspects and Evidence
It is essential that competence is observed in the following aspects:
compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and State/Territory legislation
applicable to work place operations.
compliance with organisational policies and procedures including Quality Assurance requirements.
correct procedures carried out prior to and during the application of construction process.
safe and effective operational use of tools, plant and equipment, and effective communication.
(2) Pre-requisite Relationship of Units
This unit of competency is dependent upon acquiring the relevant pre-requisite competencies in basic industry and basic stream skills.
(3) Underpinning Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge
A knowledge of:
workplace and equipment safety requirements and relevant OH&S legislation
portable power tools
hand tools and equipment
materials
materials handling whilst operating tools
Quality Assurance
Skills
The ability to:
work safely to instructions
apply appropriate hand eye coordination in the use of tools
handle material during operation of tools
select material
apply Quality Assurance
communicate effectively
(4) Resource Implications
The following resources should be made available:
general construction materials appropriate to the construction process
plant and equipment appropriate to the construction process
suitable work area appropriate to the construction process
appropriate OH&S resources
(5) Method of Assessment
Competency should be assessed through direct observation and questions related to underpinning knowledge.
Competency of this unit may be determined concurrently, based upon project work.
Competency shall be assessed while work is undertaken under general guidance, checking at various stages of the process and at the completion of the activity against the performance criteria and specifications.
(6) Context of Assessment
Competency shall be assessed in the normal or simulated workplace environment and in accordance with safe work procedures.
Assessment shall include those aspects that are consistent with the work environment of this unit.
Competency shall be assessed while work is undertaken autonomously, within a team environment.
Assessment may be intermittent checking at the various stages of the job application in accordance with the performance criteria, or may be at the completion of the process.
Guidelines will be in line with statutory requirements, enterprise specific policies and procedures and codes of practice.
Competency is to be demonstrated by the safe and effective operation of the particular hand and power tools listed within the range of variables statement relative to the work orientation.
(1) Critical Aspects and Evidence
It is essential that competence is observed in the following aspects:
compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and State/Territory legislation
applicable to work place operations.
compliance with organisational policies and procedures including Quality Assurance requirements.
correct procedures carried out prior to and during the application of construction process.
safe and effective operational use of tools, plant and equipment, and effective communication.
(2) Pre-requisite Relationship of Units
This unit of competency is dependent upon acquiring the relevant pre-requisite competencies in basic industry and basic stream skills.
(3) Underpinning Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge
A knowledge of:
workplace and equipment safety requirements and relevant OH&S legislation
portable power tools
hand tools and equipment
materials
materials handling whilst operating tools
Quality Assurance
Skills
The ability to:
work safely to instructions
apply appropriate hand eye coordination in the use of tools
handle material during operation of tools
select material
apply Quality Assurance
communicate effectively
(4) Resource Implications
The following resources should be made available:
general construction materials appropriate to the construction process
plant and equipment appropriate to the construction process
suitable work area appropriate to the construction process
appropriate OH&S resources
(5) Method of Assessment
Competency should be assessed through direct observation and questions related to underpinning knowledge.
Competency of this unit may be determined concurrently, based upon project work.
Competency shall be assessed while work is undertaken under general guidance, checking at various stages of the process and at the completion of the activity against the performance criteria and specifications.
(6) Context of Assessment
Competency shall be assessed in the normal or simulated workplace environment and in accordance with safe work procedures.
Assessment shall include those aspects that are consistent with the work environment of this unit.
Competency shall be assessed while work is undertaken autonomously, within a team environment.
Assessment may be intermittent checking at the various stages of the job application in accordance with the performance criteria, or may be at the completion of the process.
Guidelines will be in line with statutory requirements, enterprise specific policies and procedures and codes of practice.