Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake basic maintenance of properties and structures where the specialist skills of another trade are not warranted or available. It applies to general grounds maintenance staff whose work involves working under routine supervision and in some cases, responsibility for supervision and coordination within a team may be required. All work is carried out according to work health and safety, relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for maintenance. | 1.1 Liaise with supervisor or team member to identify and confirm work requirements. 1.2 Select and use tools according to work requirements. 1.3 Select and use personal protective equipment according to work requirements. |
2. Perform routine maintenance to properties and structures. | 2.1 Check property for minor maintenance requirements and undertake minor repairs. 2.2 Identify damage to structures and structural finishes and repair according to supervisor instructions. |
3. Collect and dispose of waste or recyclable material. | 3.1 Identify and select waste collection and cleaning equipment. 3.2 Collect waste and recyclable material. 3.3 Identify hazardous waste and take corrective action. 3.4 Clean waste receptacles and surrounds. 3.5 Transport waste to disposal point. 3.6 Identify and sort recyclables. 3.7 Dispose of non-reusable waste. 3.8 Re-use recyclable materials according to workplace policies and procedures. |
4. Finalise maintenance duties. | 4.1 Report information about hazards, incidents or accidents. 4.2 Clean and store equipment according to manufacturer guidelines. |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Sectors
Cemetery and Crematoria
Competency Field
Building and Grounds Maintenance