Unit of competency Outline
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Operate and maintain equipment
Operate and maintain equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
LGAWORK205A
LGAWORK205A
State Code
C5834
C5834
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/08/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
14/08/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the operation and maintenance of small units of equipment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Operate equipment
- 1.1 Equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturers' specifications, council procedures and statutory requirements.
- 1.2 Operational problems with equipment are identified and reported to the appropriate person.
- 1.3 Equipment is operated in accordance with occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation and guidelines.
2 Monitor and maintain equipment
- 2.1 Equipment is inspected regularly in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and council standards.
- 2.2 Equipment is maintained and reports are made in accordance with council procedures and manufacturers' specifications.
- 2.3 Equipment is serviced regularly and repairs are arranged in accordance with council procedures and manufacturers' specifications.
3 Maintain records
- 3.1 Information is recorded in accordance with council legislative requirements.
- 3.2 Records are clear and accurate and kept up to date in accordance with council procedures.
- 3.3 Records are secured and accessible in accordance with council requirements.
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Equipment indoor may include:
photocopiers
computers
fax machines
Equipment outdoor may include:
chainsaws
electric tools
small motorised tools and equipment
Maintenance activities may include:
basic cleaning
replacement of consumable items such as oil, spark plugs and belts
Equipment indoor may include:
photocopiers
computers
fax machines
Equipment outdoor may include:
chainsaws
electric tools
small motorised tools and equipment
Maintenance activities may include:
basic cleaning
replacement of consumable items such as oil, spark plugs and belts
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Relevant council policies, procedures and documentation, including logbooks and equipment maintenance records.
Manufacturers' specifications are followed.
Equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and handbooks.
Context of assessment
May be assessed:
on the job
simulated workplace environment
written assignment
short-answer test
oral questioning
observation
or any combination of the above
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables.
Resource implications
In accordance with a range of variable requirements.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Relevant council policies, procedures and documentation, including logbooks and equipment maintenance records.
Manufacturers' specifications are followed.
Equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturers' procedures and handbooks.
Context of assessment
May be assessed:
on the job
simulated workplace environment
written assignment
short-answer test
oral questioning
observation
or any combination of the above
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables.
Resource implications
In accordance with a range of variable requirements.
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