This unit is used to optimise specialised machinery performance. It is likely to be carried out under limited supervision within enterprise guidelines. A level of technical understanding is required to make best use of the equipment and recognise operating faults and anomalies.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare precision technology for use

1.1. Complete routine pre-operational checks in accordance manufacturer specifications.

1.2. Carry out and record minor routine servicing and house keeping tasks.

1.3. Identify and report Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards.

1.4. Check ancillary equipment for correct operation.

1.5. Check that data complies with job specifications.

2. Use precision technology

2.1. Operate technology in accordance with task requirements, conditions and manufacturer operating guidelines.

2.2. Monitor activities to ensure that machinery is operating in an efficient and controlled manner and make adjustments as required.

2.3. Assess and minimise potential risks to self, others and the environment during operation.

3. Complete work

3.1. Follow shutdown procedures.

3.2. Download data and/or complete operational records.

3.3. Perform basic diagnostic procedures.

3.4. Identify and report malfunctions, faults and irregular performance.

Required skills

conduct pre-operational checks

use technology to operate machinery in an efficient and controlled manner

perform routine maintenance tasks

use literacy skills to read, interpret and follow organisational policies and procedures, follow sequenced written instructions, record information collected accurately and legibly, and select and apply procedures for a range of tasks

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation, including questioning techniques, active listening, clarifying information and consulting with supervisors as required

use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures

use interpersonal skills to work with and relate to people from a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge

manufacturer specifications and requirements for:

pre-operational checks

precision instrument controls, feature and functions

minor servicing

uploading and downloading of data

basic diagnostic techniques

characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations of associated machinery and equipment

components and controls features and functions.

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

Overview of assessment

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 workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

conduct pre- and post-operational checks

operate precision control technology

perform minor maintenance and fault finding

record work activities.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

The types of machinery and equipment may include:

on-board and fixed precision control technology.

Unit sector

Machinery operation and maintenance

This unit contains employability skills.