Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT OF COMPETENCY | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Identify plant and equipment, their operations and safety requirements | Types and function of plant/equipment used in construction process identified Method of operation of plant/equipment identified and understood, relative to manufacturer's recommendations OH&S requirements for guarding and cut off switches identified. OH&S requirements for personal protective equipment associated with using machines identified. |
Select plant and equipment | OH&S requirements for operating and using plant and equipment recognised and adhered to. Appropriate personal protective equipment selected, correctly fitted and used. Plant and equipment selected consistent with needs of job. Plant and equipment checked for serviceability/safety and faults reported to supervisor. |
Use plant and equipment | Plant and equipment safely and effectively used. Site hazards identified in use of plant and equpment and correct procedures used to eliminate or minimise risk. Plant and equipment safely located when not in immediate use. Plant and equipment cleaned, maintained and stored. |
Clean Up | Plant and equipment cleaned, maintained and stored. |
Required Skills
ELEMENT OF COMPETENCY | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Identify plant and equipment, their operations and safety requirements | Types and function of plant/equipment used in construction process identified Method of operation of plant/equipment identified and understood, relative to manufacturer's recommendations OH&S requirements for guarding and cut off switches identified. OH&S requirements for personal protective equipment associated with using machines identified. |
Select plant and equipment | OH&S requirements for operating and using plant and equipment recognised and adhered to. Appropriate personal protective equipment selected, correctly fitted and used. Plant and equipment selected consistent with needs of job. Plant and equipment checked for serviceability/safety and faults reported to supervisor. |
Use plant and equipment | Plant and equipment safely and effectively used. Site hazards identified in use of plant and equpment and correct procedures used to eliminate or minimise risk. Plant and equipment safely located when not in immediate use. Plant and equipment cleaned, maintained and stored. |
Clean Up | Plant and equipment cleaned, maintained and stored. |
Evidence Required
Competency is to be demonstrated by the safe and effective operation of particular plant and equipment listed within the range of variables statement relevant to the work orientation.
Critical Aspects of Evidence | It is essential that competence is observed in the following aspects: demonstrate compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations applicable to workplace operations indicate compliance with organisational policies and procedures including Quality Assurance requirements carry out correct procedures prior to and during application of processes demonstrate safe and effective operational use of tools, plant and equipment demonstrate and show understanding of manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations interactively communicate with others to ensure safe and effective workplace operations |
Pre-Requisite Relationship of Units | Competency in this unit may be determined concurrently based upon integrated project work using the following units: BCG1001A Carry out OH&S requirements BCG1005A Use hand and power tools BCG1004A Carry out measurements and calculations BCG1011A Handle construction materials and safely dispose of waste |
Underpinning Knowledge and Skills | Knowledge A knowledge of: workplace and equipment safety requirements portable power tools applicable to the construction process hand tools and a range of plant and equipment materials handling relevant to plant and equipment use workplace communication processes Skills The ability to: work safely to instructions use power tools, hand tools, plant and equipment applicable to the construction process communicate effectively |
Resource Implications | The following resources should be made available: hand and power tools appropriate to the construction process plant and equipment appropriate to the construction process suitable work area appropriate to the construction process appropriate OH&S safety resources |
Method of Assessment | Competency shall be assessed while work is undertaken under direct supervision with regular checks, but may include some autonomy when working as part of a team. Competency in this unit may be determined concurrently, based on integrated project work. Assessment may be by intermittent checking at the various stages of the job application in accordance with the performance criteria |
Context of Assessment | Competency shall be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace environment in accordance with work practices and safety procedures. |
KEY COMPETENCIES
Collecting, analysing and organising ideas and information | Communicating ideas and information | Planning and organising activities | Working with others and in teams | Solving problems | Using mathematical ideas and techniques | Using |
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