Application
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to establish a routine maintenance plan, and facilitate repairs for equipment.
The unit applies to people working in a broad range of roles across different forest and forest product industry sectors.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and 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. |
1. Plan routine maintenance | 1.1 Review routine servicing requirements of site equipment, and prepare maintenance schedules. 1.2 Determine and organize tools, equipment and material requirements for maintenance work. 1.3 Plan, schedule and communicate maintenance procedures to appropriate personnel. 1.4 Assign roles and responsibilities to personnel who hold required skills and expertise 1.5 Plan maintenance processes in line with site procedures and environmental requirements, and modify in response to changes in equipment, personnel and site condition. |
2. Monitor equipment operation | 2.1 Conduct work according to work order. 2.2 Check site servicing and maintenance records for completeness and abnormal activity. 2.3 Maintain stock levels of routine service items, and minor repair components, to maximise availability and optimum operational performance of equipment. 2.4 Monitor equipment operation and identify operating faults and frequent or recurring breakdowns. 2.5 Obtain expert advice and specialist assistance when required, according to site procedures. 2.6 Review condition of equipment and ensure and efficient operation. |
3. Facilitate equipment repair | 3.1 Conduct visual inspection and fault finding procedures. 3.2 Diagnose and report faults, malfunctions or problems with equipment. 3.3 Assess equipment breakdowns and select and organise suitable repairs. 3.4 Organise movement of equipment to suitable repair site. 3.5 Monitor and modify repair procedures as required. 3.6 Periodically review and revise maintenance schedule to maintain operational integrity. 3.7 Deal with equipment that cannot be repaired in line with site procedures, manufacturer recommendations and environmental requirements. 3.8 Complete and maintain accurate records and reports for equipment repair and maintenance |
Evidence of Performance
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit.
develop and implement a plan for equipment maintenance that includes
equipment maintenance and repair needs
current operational conditions
current work patterns
disposal of contaminants and waste
perform maintenance procedures including:
visual inspections
pre-start check
shutdown checks
removing and replacing parts or components
facilitating equipment repairs.
undertake routine repairs of faulty equipment.
Evidence of Knowledge
A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
safe disposal of waste materials from equipment repairs
safe use and storage of chemicals used for the maintenance and repair of equipment
protective equipment and safety procedures for working with equipment
organisational and site standards, policies and procedures for planning and monitoring equipment maintenance
problem identification and resolution strategies, including typical breakdown situations and available options for correction
Assessment of equipment breakdown including:
nature
cause
seriousness
likely repair requirements
potential for further damage and personal injury
availability of alternatives
reference to manufacturer’s instructions
tools used for maintenance of equipment and procedures for their safe use and maintenance
range of site equipment and respective technical capabilities and limitations
routine maintenance requirements for site equipment
procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.
Assessment Conditions
The following resources must be made available:
materials and equipment relevant to the site and work role of the candidate
manufacturer’s instructions for these pieces of equipment
site policies and procedures for maintaining equipment
personal protective equipment.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessor requirements
Assessors must:
hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and
be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and
be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.
Foundation Skills
This section describes those core and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria. | |
Numeracy skills to: | measure and replace fluids. |
Reading skills to: | read manufacturer’s manuals and site procedures |
Planning and organising skills to: | arrange efficient repairs and minimise disruptions. |
Range Statement
Not Applicable
Sectors
Forest Growing and Management
Harvesting and Haulage
Sawmilling and Processing
Timber Manufactured Products
Timber Merchandising
Wood Panel Products
Timber Truss and Frame Design and Manufacture