This unit mainly applies in a manufacturing setting, where routine programmed operational maintenance to machines/equipment is required. It is not intended to be used where higher level maintenance activities are performed.

Machines/equipment range includes manual, semi-automatic and automatic machines of a stand-alone continuous production or process nature.

This unit should not be selected when any of the following are selected: Unit MEM18055B (Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components), Unit MEM18006C (Repair and fit engineering components), Unit MEM07005C (Perform general machining).

Band: A

Unit Weight: 2

Path 1

MEM18001C

Use hand tools

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Undertake programmed safety and maintenance checks

1.1. Checks are undertaken safely and to prescribed procedure.

1.2. Status/report is recorded on proforma or reported orally.

2. Undertake programmed maintenance

2.1. Removal/replacement of consumable components is undertaken to prescribed procedure and instructions are followed.

2.2. Fluids and lubricants are replaced and/or topped up to prescribed schedule.

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

undertaking programmed safety and maintenance checks

undertaking programmed operational maintenance

entering routine and familiar information onto proformas and standard workplace forms

following routine information on written procedures

following oral instructions

orally reporting routine information

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

programmed maintenance and safety check procedures for the specified machine/equipment

recording/reporting requirements

safe work practices and procedures

hazards and control measures associated with operational maintenance of machines/equipment

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.

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to perform operational maintenance of machines/equipment. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with operational maintenance of machines/equipment or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

Guidance information for assessment

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.

Machines/equipment

Manual, semi-automatic and automatic machines of a stand-alone continuous production or process nature

Checks

Programmed safety and maintenance checks

Adjustments of a limited nature including safety guards, stops, wear pads and tool holders, nipping up glands and adjustment of scrapers and aprons

Consumable components

Air filters, oil wipers, grease containers, tool tips, indicator globes, fluids and lubricants, guides and limit switch actuators

Unit sector

Machine and process operations

This unit contains employability skills.