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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Identify hand and power tools

1.1. Types of hand and power tools and their functions identified

1.2. Sources of, and access to power supply recognised

1.3. OHS requirements for using hand and power tools recognised and implemented

2. Select hand tools

2.1. Hand tools selected consistent with needs of job

2.2. Hand tools are checked for serviceability and safety and any faults reported to supervisor in accordance with enterprise procedures

2.3. Equipment selected to hold, position or support material for power tools application where applicable

3. Use hand tools

3.1. Material located and held in position for hand tool application

3.2. Hand tools safely and effectively used according to their intended use

3.3. Hand tools safely located when not in immediate use

4. Select power tools

4.1. Appropriate personal protective equipment selected, correctly fitted and used

4.2. Power tools selected consistent with needs of job in accordance with conventional work practice

4.3. Power tools visually checked for serviceability/safety in accordance with OHS requirements and any faults reported to supervisor in accordance with enterprise procedures

4.4. Equipment selected to hold, position or support materials for power tool application where applicable

5. Use power tools

5.1. Material located and held in position for power tool application where applicable

5.2. Power tools safely and effectively used in application processes

5.3. Power tools safely switched and located when not in use

6. Clean up work area and tools

6.1. All tools cleaned, maintained and stored

6.2. Equipment cleaned, maintained and stored

6.3. Documentation completed in accordance with enterprise procedures

6.4. Work area cleared and waste removed

Required skills

correctly and safely select, use and maintain hand and power tools

meet quality standards of finish

communicate effectively with supervisors and other workers

work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise workflow and productivity

Required knowledge

workflow within the workplace

workplace safety requirements and OH&S legislation

function and purpose of hand and power tools used in the workplace

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence

Demonstrate compliance with OHS regulations applicable to workplace operations

Adopt and carry out correct procedures prior to, during and after use of hand and power tools

Follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:

minimise the risk of injury to self and others

prevent damage to goods, equipment and products

maintain required production output and product quality

As a minimum, demonstrate the ability to:

identify each of the glass and glazing sector hand and power tools

indicate their applications and limitations

effectively and safely use them in the workplace environment

maintain and safely store them

Work effectively with others

Modify activities to cater for variations in workplace contexts and environment

Indicate compliance with organisational policies and procedures including quality assurance requirements

Resource implications

Glass and glazing sector hand and power tools, materials used in the manufacturing and/or processing of glass and glazing products, operating procedures, work area and workplace requirements

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts.

Assessment should be by direct observation of tasks and questioning on underpinning knowledge.

Assessment should be conducted over time and may be in conjunction with assessment of other relevant units of competency.

Context of assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in a workplace simulated facility with relevant process equipment, materials, work instructions and deadlines.

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.

Unit context

This unit covers work involving the use of hand and power tools in applications relating to the glass and glazing sector of the furnishing industry

Work requires individuals to demonstrate skill, accuracy and dexterity in the application of tools to work tasks

Work is carried out in accordance with statutory requirements, OHS legislation, environmental legislation, manual handling procedures, relevant health regulations and organisation insurance requirements

OHS requirements may include: safe working practices, use of tools and equipment, use of power tools, safe handling and storage of materials in accordance with enterprise procedures

Hand tools used in the glass and glazing sector may include:

tungsten wheel glass cutters

speed cutters

circle cutters

radius and oval cutters

vacuum straight edges

lever and vacuum lifters

plate and running pliers

pop rivet pliers and general hand tools

Power tools used in the glass and glazing sector may include:

Portable electric drills, screwdrivers, grinders, circular saws and jigsaws, plunge routers and sanders

Drop, radius, mitre and upcut saws, bench drills and grinders

Portable pneumatic drills, screwdrivers, grinders, nail and staple guns, pop rivet guns and compressors

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment is to include that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices. It may include:

gauntlets

gloves

safety glasses

ear protection

hard hats

safety footwear

aprons and overalls

Information and procedures

Hand and power tool manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

Workplace procedures relating to OHS, tool handling and operation, reporting and communication

Work instructions, including job sheets, plans, drawings and designs

Unit sector

Glass and Glazing

This unit contains employability skills.