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

TLIB2807B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Maintain and use hand tools

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency TLIB2807B - Maintain and use hand tools
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain and use hand tools in accordance with workplace requirements, including selecting and using hand tools to complete workplace tasks, maintaining basic hand tools in accordance with manufacturers instructions, and securing and storing hand tools in accordance with workplace procedures.
Employability Skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this competency is packaged will assist in identifying employability skill requirements.
Learning Outcomes and Application Work must be carried out in accordance with workplace procedures and safeworking codes relevant to the maintenance and use of hand tools.Work is performed under some supervision, generally within a team environment.Work involves the application of routine procedures to maintain and use hand tools across a variety of operational workplace contexts.
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
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PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Select and use hand tools
  • Correct tools for work to be carried out are chosen to complete workplace tasks and to ensure efficient and safe working conditions
  • Appropriate personal safety protection is used to minimise the risk of personal injury
       
Element: Maintain hand tools
  • Equipment is cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturers specifications and/or local instructions to ensure correct functionality of equipment
  • Any unserviceable tools are repaired, replaced or reported to relevant personnel to ensure correct functionality
       
Element: Secure and store hand tools
  • Tools are transported in a safe, secure, efficient manner to minimise risk of injury to personnel and damage to equipment
  • Tools are stored and secured according to manufacturers or workplace procedures to prevent damage to, and losses of, equipment
       


Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and/or equipment, and/or

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Relevant sections of state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirements

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Workplace procedures and policies for the use and maintenance of hand tools

Problems that can occur when using and maintaining hand tools and related action that should be taken

Materials used when using and maintaining hand tools and the procedures and precautions for their care, use and storage

Workplace documentation and records requirements

Procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency

Workplace component and material supply system

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when maintaining and using hand tools

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the maintenance and use of hand tools

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the use and maintenance of hand tools

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocols

Work both individually and collaboratively with others when maintaining and using hand tools

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions when maintaining and using hand tools in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unplanned events

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Identify, select and efficiently and effectively use relevant hand tools and related materials

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Hand tools may include:

those required for operations and maintenance

Operations may be carried out in typical rail transport situations, including:

operations conducted at day or night

typical weather conditions

in confined spaces, exposed conditions and controlled or open environment

Materials may include:

servicing materials such as lubricants

related materials and consumables needed when using tools, e.g. nails, screws, grease, etc.

Safety equipment may include:

high visibility clothing

sunscreen and sun glasses

insect repellent

gloves, safety headwear, mask and footwear

portable radios

flags and hand lamps

safety glasses and hearing protection

safety devices

Environmental hazards may include:

leaking oil and fuel

inappropriate disposal of fluids in drains or sewerage systems

inappropriate disposal of waste and rubbish

Consultative processes may involve:

workplace personnel

supervisors and managers

customers/clients

equipment manufacturers representatives and contractors

union representatives

industrial relations and OH&S specialists

other professional or technical staff

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established or standard procedures

Contingency processes may relate to:

personal injury

tool malfunctions

Operators of mechanised equipment must have:

undertaken training

where appropriate, hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate

be recognised as competent for the class of machinery being used

Information/records may include:

workplace operational and technical instructions and procedures for the use and care of hand tools

relevant regulations including state/territory safety codes of practice and safeworking regulations

maintenance checklists and records for the use and servicing of tools

tool/equipment manufacturers instructions, specifications and recommended procedures

precautions and procedures to be adopted to protect the environment when using and maintaining hand tools

OH&S procedures

QA plans and procedures

data and document control procedures

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

emergency procedures

award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant state/territory regulations, codes of practice and safeworking system requirements

the Code of Practice for the Defined Interstate Rail Network in situations where operations are carried out on that network

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

workplace relations regulations including equal opportunity, equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation

workers compensation regulations

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
Correct tools for work to be carried out are chosen to complete workplace tasks and to ensure efficient and safe working conditions 
Appropriate personal safety protection is used to minimise the risk of personal injury 
Equipment is cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturers specifications and/or local instructions to ensure correct functionality of equipment 
Any unserviceable tools are repaired, replaced or reported to relevant personnel to ensure correct functionality 
Tools are transported in a safe, secure, efficient manner to minimise risk of injury to personnel and damage to equipment 
Tools are stored and secured according to manufacturers or workplace procedures to prevent damage to, and losses of, equipment 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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Assessment Record Sheet

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