The unit applies to the automotive and related component manufacturing environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a production worker level. These skills and knowledge are to be used within the scope of the person's job and authority.

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Select equipment, tools and/or machinery required for the operation/process

1.1. Applicable legislative, OH&S and organisation requirements and procedures relevant to the use/operation of equipment/tools and machinery are verified and complied with

1.2. The appropriate equipment, tools and machinery are identified and selected according to the jobcontext

2. Inspect and check equipment, tools and/or machinery prior to use

2.1. Equipment, tools and machinery are checked to ensure they are in operational order

2.2. Defective equipment, tools and machinery are identified and reported according to company procedures

3. Prepare and use equipment, tools and machinery as required by the process/operation

3.1. Equipment, tools and machinery are prepared according to organisation procedures and manufacturer specifications

3.2. Equipment, tools and/or machinery are used correctly as required by the process/operation according to organisation procedures, and manufacturer specifications

4. Complete the work

4.1. Equipment, tools and/or machinery are shut down and stored at the conclusion of the operation according to organisation procedures

4.2. Work area is cleaned and restored in accordance with organisation procedures

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

Required skills

speak clearly and directly in order to identify appropriate equipment

apply teamwork to a range of situations

solve problems particularly in teams in order to meet performance indicators

show initiative in adapting to changing work conditions or contexts particularly when working across a variety of work areas

access, interpret and apply information on relevant organisation policies, procedures and instructions, particularly to select and use equipment tools and machinery

manage time when planning, preparing and organising work priorities

take responsibility for organising own work priorities.

Required knowledge

relevant Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental regulations and enterprise policies and procedures needed to carry out work in a manner which ensures the safety of people, equipment and the environment. The specific regulations will vary according to the area of operation

upstream customers and their requirements

the types, characteristics, uses, limitations and operator techniques for the equipment, tools and machinery relevant to the work area

relevant product assembly techniques

correct handling and storage of equipment and tools to comply with OH&S and environmental requirements

environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

established communication channels and protocols

problem identification and resolution

procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the following is essential:

compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and enterprise policies and procedures for preparing and using/operating equipment, tools and/or machinery

maintaining a working knowledge of relevant workplace equipment, tools and machinery

working and communicating effectively and positively with others involved in the work

applying, within authority, the requirements of the job or work role in relation to:

selecting the equipment/tools/machinery required for the process

inspecting and checking equipment/tools/machinery prior to use

preparing the equipment/tools/machinery prior to use

using the equipment/tools/machinery to enterprise and manufacturers' standards

completing work area housekeeping requirements

modify activities to cater for variations in workplace context and environment.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

assessment of the competency should take place in a safe working environment in a passenger motor vehicle manufacturing plant or simulated environment using tools/equipment/machinery required for the production process without undue disruption to the production process

assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge

assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application

assessment may be applied under project related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process

assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative requirements and procedures may include:

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice, including those related to:

anti-discrimination

award and enterprise agreements

confidentiality and privacy

duty of care

employee relations

environment protection

equal opportunity

industrial relations

relevant industry codes of practice.

OH&S requirements and procedures may include:

Legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures and may include: the use of personal protective equipment and clothing, rescue services, fire fighting organisation and equipment, first aid equipment, hazard and risk control and elimination, systems covering the use of hazardous materials and substances and manual handling procedures including lifting and carrying.

Organisation requirements and procedures may include:

access and equity principles and practices

environmental management (waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines)

emergency and evacuation procedures

equipment use procedures

ethical standards

legal obligations

maintenance and storage procedures

OHS requirements

organisational and site guidelines

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

procedural manuals

quality assurance guidelines

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

recording and reporting guidelines.

Job contexts may include:

Work areas including:

body construction, aluminium die casting, iron foundry operations, engine machining, spray painting, automotive plastics, stamping & press operations, fabrication hardware, trim manufacture, vehicle assembly, warehousing, engine assembly, seat frame manufacture

Processes including:

welding sub-assemblies, fitting hang-on components, fittings dies to die boxes, pouring aluminium, machining parts, application of paint, cutting blanks, assembly of components to form sub-assemblies, fitting parts to bodies, assembly of parts, parts picking and replenishment.

Equipment, tools and machinery may include:

welding equipment

robots

forklift trucks

hand tools

power tools

spray guns

die boxes

furnace

core boxes

lubricating equipment

cutting equipment.

Unit sector

Automotive Manufacturing

Passenger Motor Vehicle

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This unit contains Employability Skills.