Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

SUGCMCH1A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manually clean and maintain housekeeping standards

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SUGCMCH1A - Manually clean and maintain housekeeping standards
Description This is a Core unit for the processing stream. It covers the skills and knowledge required to carry out manual cleaning and housekeeping procedures where there is no requirement to use tools to dismantle equipment. This unit is based on and equivalent to FDFOPTHS1A Manually clean and sanitise equipment.
Employability Skills Not applicable.
Learning Outcomes and Application Not applicable.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare cleaning and sanitizing agents, tools and equipment for cleaning
  • Cleaning and sanitizing agents, equipment and services are prepared for use
  • Equipment is safe to clean
       
Element: Manually clean equipment
  • Equipment is cleaned to meet requirements
  • Equipment is prepared for operation after cleaning
  • Cleaning data is recorded according to workplace recording requirements
       
Element: Collect and dispose of waste
  • Waste is sorted and collected as required
  • Waste is recycled, transferred for rework or further treatment or disposal as required
       
Element: Maintain housekeeping standards of the work area
  • The work area is inspected to any non-compliance with housekeeping standards
  • Equipment and the work area meet housekeeping standards
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The assessment process must address all of the following items of evidence.

Ability to:

1. Access and apply workplace information to identify cleaning requirements

2. Identify the cleaning and sanitizing agents used

3. Handle cleaning and sanitation agents safely. This includes following correct handling and preparation procedures and use of appropriate protective clothing and equipment

4. Prepare cleaning and sanitizing agents as required

5. Prepare equipment for cleaning. This includes rendering equipment safe to clean and clearing all materials, consumables and waste

6. Advise affected work areas of cleaning schedule and progress

7. Clean/sanitize equipment as required according to procedures

8. Return equipment to operating order

9. Maintain housekeeping standards

10. Contain spills and dispose of spilled material according to company procedure

11. Store cleaning agents and equipment as required

12. Record cleaning and sanitation data in required format

Knowledge of:

13. Basic purpose of cleaning/sanitizing and housekeeping

14. Safe handling and storage of requirements of cleaning agents and equipment used

15. Purpose of protective clothing and equipment related to cleaning role

16. Action required in the event of an accident when handling cleaning chemicals

17. Methods used to render equipment safe to clean including lock-out, tag-out and isolation procedures where relevant

18. Housekeeping and cleaning standards and methods relevant to equipment and the work area

19. Procedures for preparing cleaning/sanitizing agents. This includes consequences of mixing incorrectly and combining incompatible chemicals

20. Procedures for applying cleaning/sanitizing agents

21. Procedures for safe use of cleaning/sanitizing equipment and chemicals

22. Types of waste generated by both the production and the cleaning process and related collection, treatment and disposal requirements

23. Spill control procedures and recycling or disposal of spilled materials. This includes environmental responsibilities covered by environmental legislation

24. Requirements to liaise/advise related work areas

Relationship with other standards

Pre-requisite units

There are no pre-requisite units for this competency standard.

Co-assessment of related units

Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit.

Resources required for assessment

Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:

Cleaning schedule and related procedures, including OHS advice

Cleaning procedures including safe work procedures

Personal protective clothing and equipment

Material Safety Data Sheets as required

Cleaners, sanitisers and related equipment

Equipment to be cleaned

Waste collection and treatment/disposal procedures

Advice on environmental management issues relevant to work responsibilities

Housekeeping standards and procedures

Workplace information recording systems, requirements and procedures

Assessment requirements

For information on how to assess this competency standard and who can assess, refer to the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Not applicable.

The range statement indicates the context for demonstrating competence. This statement is a guide and unless otherwise indicated, items may or may not apply as required by the work context.

Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, licensing requirements, manufacturer's recommendations, legislative requirements, codes of practice and industrial awards and agreements. Codes of practice include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice

Workplace information can include Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cleaning schedules and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Cleaning agents include cleaning and sanitizing chemicals

Equipment used to clean and sanitise depends on specific requirements and would normally include brooms, cloths, scrapers, brushes, mops, spray packs and hoses

Work may require the ability to work within a team environment

Services depend on specific requirements. Examples include high-pressure water or steam

Housekeeping standards may be defined in housekeeping audit criteria

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Cleaning and sanitizing agents, equipment and services are prepared for use 
Equipment is safe to clean 
Equipment is cleaned to meet requirements 
Equipment is prepared for operation after cleaning 
Cleaning data is recorded according to workplace recording requirements 
Waste is sorted and collected as required 
Waste is recycled, transferred for rework or further treatment or disposal as required 
The work area is inspected to any non-compliance with housekeeping standards 
Equipment and the work area meet housekeeping standards 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

SUGCMCH1A - Manually clean and maintain housekeeping standards
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Assessment Record Sheet

SUGCMCH1A - Manually clean and maintain housekeeping standards

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