Work applies to the use, service and maintenance of specialised tools in a bicycle workshop. |
Not applicable.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Select and prepare specialised tools | 1.1. Specialised bicycle repair tools are selected to meet workplace requirements 1.2. Tools are prepared for use according to manufacturer and component supplier specifications 1.3. Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) requirements are identified and applied |
2. Use specialised tools | 2.1. Tools are used to produce outcomes according to job requirements 2.2. Tools are used in a safe manner to prevent injury to self and others 2.3. Tools are used in a manner that does not cause damage to other workplace equipment |
3. Service and maintain specialised tools | 3.1. Tools are checked against manufacturer and component supplier recommendation to ensure safe operation 3.2. Service and maintenance operations are carried out according to industry, workplace and WHS requirements 3.3. Tools and equipment are checked and faulty items are identified and tagged |
4. Store and secure specialised tools | 4.1. Tools and equipment are checked, cleaned and stored according to workplace expectations 4.2. Service schedule documentation is completed according to workplace procedures |
Required skills |
communication skills to: follow verbal instructions communicate information related to the use of tools and equipment learning skills to identify sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge literacy skills to: read and follow bicycle repair instruction read and apply operating procedures numeracy skills to correctly interpret metric and imperial measurement systems planning and organising skills to: identify risk factors to minimise risk to self and others contribute to activities which implement and follow workplace procedures problem-solving skills to: recognise a workplace problem or potential problem refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person identify tool and equipment defects self-management skills to: locate and identify appropriate specialised bicycle tools and equipment recognise own limitations and seek advice follow workplace policies and documentation, such as manufacturer specification, industry codes of practice and workplace procedures technical skills to select, use, maintain and store specialised bicycle tools technology skills to use workplace technology to assist with work practices. |
Required knowledge |
WHS regulations, requirements, equipment and material, and personal safety requirements related to using specialised bicycle tools and equipment application and operation of specialised bicycle repair tools methods of identifying faults in specialised bicycle repair tools maintenance and storage procedures of specialised bicycle repair tools. |
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 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 all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge. A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to: observe safety procedures and requirements select appropriate specialised bicycle repair tools carry out a minimum of three bicycle service or repair tasks using specialised bicycle repair tools maintain and store specialised bicycle repair tools. |
Context of, and specific resources for assessment | Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting. Assessment is to occur: use workplace practices and procedures follow WHS requirements applying environmental policy Assessment is to comply with relevant: regulatory requirements Australian standards industry codes of practice The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit: bicycles and bicycle components that require specialised bicycle repair tools specialised bicycle repair tools specifications and workplace instructions. |
Method of assessment | Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge. Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application. Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role. Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included. | |
Specialised bicycle repair tools may include: | repair stand clipless pedal axle removal tool trueing jig |
Workplace requirements may include: | workplace reporting and recording procedures safe work procedures quality policies and procedures sustainability, environment, equal opportunity and anti-discrimination manufacturer specifications work instruction industry codes of practice. |
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements: | are those prescribed under legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and workplace policies and procedures may include: protective clothing and equipment use of tools and equipment handling of material use of fire-fighting equipment first aid equipment hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances. |
Maintenance operations may include: | routine maintenance to specialised tools minor repairs to tools and equipment performing equipment calibration documenting and tagging faulty equipment. |
Bicycle | |
Unit sector | Technical – Tools and Equipment |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Not applicable.