Elements

Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section

1. Plan and prepare

1.1 Work orders and job specifications are identified and confirmed

1.2 Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for quality and safe operation according to job requirements

1.3 Assembly and installation information is accessed from manufacturer specifications

2. Select and use fasteners, adhesives, sealants and solvents

2.1 Workplace procedures are identified and followed

2.2 Fasteners are identified, selected and fitted to meet job requirements

2.3 Adhesives and sealants are selected and applied to meet job requirements

2.4 Solvents are selected and used to remove excess adhesives and sealants

3. Install components

3.1 Parts and components are identified, selected and matched to work order and job specifications

3.2 Parts and components are positioned, secured and tensioned according to job specifications

3.3 Installed components and sub-assemblies are inspected and checked for quality and fit according to job specifications and workplace procedures

4. Route service lines

4.1 Service lines are identified and located according to job requirements

4.2 Service lines are routed, tied and clipped according to job specifications

4.3 Installed service lines are inspected and tested according to workplace procedures and job specifications

5. Complete work processes

5.1 Unused materials are collected and stored or disposed of in line with workplace procedures

5.2 Work area, tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained, checked and stored according to workplace procedures

5.3 Faulty equipment is identified, tagged and reported

5.4 Work sheets and production records are completed

Skills

Description

Reading skills to:

interpret work orders and job specifications

interpret workplace procedures and manufacturer installation specifications

identify application precautions when applying adhesives, sealants and solvents.

Writing skills to:

complete faulty tool and equipment tags

complete work sheets and production records.

Oral communication skills to:

report tool and equipment faults.

Numeracy skills to:

measure components and equipment to determine compliance with job specifications

estimate material quantities

determine material and fastener requirements from job specifications.

Planning and organising skills to:

identify and prepare materials, equipment and work area

follow manufacturer installation specifications.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Workplace procedures must include:

recording and reporting procedures for installing and replacing mechanical units and assemblies

procedures for the use of mechanical unit and assembly installation and replacement equipment

workplace quality guidelines for installing and fitting out components

work health and safety (WHS) requirements for installing and fitting out components.

Service lines must include:

electrical wiring

pneumatic or hydraulic.