Operate and maintain chainsaws

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver RTC2304A, 'Operate and maintain chainsaws'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Operate and maintain chainsaws' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements and Performance Criteria

Element

Performance Criteria

1

Recognise and apply workplace safety procedures

1.1

OHS procedures relevant to the maintenance and operation of chainsaws are recognised and applied according to enterprise requirements.

1.2

Hazards in the work area are identified and controlled according to OHS and enterprise requirements.

1.3

Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used, maintained and stored according to OHS and enterprise requirements.

1.4

Relevant licensing and legislative requirements with regard to the operation of chainsaws are recognised and accessed.

2

Check and maintain chainsaw

2.1

Tools and materials required for maintenance procedures are selected, checked and confirmed against maintenance plan.

2.2

Routine checks and maintenance procedures are conducted prior to operation and according to manufacturers specifications and maintenance plan.

2.3

Chainsaw faults or malfunctions are identified, tagged and reported for repair according to OHS and enterprise requirements.

2.4

Completed chainsaw maintenance procedures are detailed and recorded according to enterprise requirements.

3

Operate chainsaw

3.1

A safe working site is maintained and sawing materials identified and positioned for operation according to OHS and enterprise guidelines.

3.2

Risks to self, others and the environment are recognised and controlled according to OHS and enterprise requirements.

3.3

Cutting methods are determined appropriate to species of material, and chainsaw is operated according to manufacturers specifications and enterprise requirements.

3.4

Effective worksite communication is maintained to ensure efficient workflow and address immediate problems.

3.5

Environmental implications associated with chainsaw operation are identified, assessed and controlled according to enterprise requirements.

4

Complete and check chainsaw operation

4.1

Chainsaw damage, malfunctions or irregular performance are recorded and reported according to enterprise requirements.

4.2

Chainsaw is cleaned, maintained and stored according to manufacturers specifications and enterprise requirements.

4.3

Relevant reports are maintained to industry standards according to enterprise requirements.

4.4

Personal protective equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored.


Qualifications and Skillsets

RTC2304A appears in the following qualifications:

  • PUA32909 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Vehicle Recovery)
  • PUA31606 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Artillery Operations)
  • PUA31506 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Armoured Operations)
  • PUA31906 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Infantry Operations)
  • PUA32006 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Military Engineering)
  • PSP30704 - Certificate III in School Support Services
  • DEF32912 - Certificate III in Vehicle Recovery
  • DEF31512 - Certificate III in Armoured Operations
  • DEF31912 - Certificate III in Infantry Operations
  • DEF32012 - Certificate III in Military Engineering
  • DEF31612 - Certificate III in Artillery Operations