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Implement facility maintenance programs
Implement facility maintenance programs
Unit of competency
National Code
SRXFAC003B
SRXFAC003B
State Code
C6395
C6395
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/03/2011
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
10/03/2011
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit has been developed for the Community Recreation, Fitness, Outdoor Recreation and Sport Industry Training Packages.This unit covers the knowledge and skills to implement a maintenance program for a sport and recreation facility and to contribute to the development of the facility maintenance program. This unit has been developed for the Community Recreation, Fitness, Outdoor Recreation and Sport Industry Training Packages.This unit covers the knowledge and skills to implement a maintenance program for a sport and recreation facility and to contribute to the development of the facility maintenance program.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Contribute to the development of a maintenance program
- 1.1 Ensure that maintenance program protects health and safety of facility users
- 1.2 Demonstrate that program accounts for short, medium and long term maintenance requirements of the facility
- 1.3 Schedule maintenance activities to minimise disruption to facility users
- 1.4 Integrate maintenance program with asset acquisition and disposal plans
- 1.5 Demonstrate that maintenance plan protects function and value of asset
- 1.6 Consider alternative maintenance methods and use to maintain cost effective program
2 Implement a maintenance program
- 2.1 Maintain facility function without interruption where possible
- 2.2 Maintain safety for facility users at all times in accordance with organisation and legislative requirements
- 2.3 Carry out routine maintenance within scheduled timeframes and budgets
- 2.4 Respond promptly to requests for maintenance assistance
- 2.5 Report recommendations which contribute to the increased efficiency of maintenance to the responsible person
3 Respond to failed or unsafe equipment
- 3.1 Erect clear and noticeable warning signs around equipment which is in the process of being repaired
- 3.2 Carry out the assessment of failed or unsafe equipment in accordance with requirements
- 3.3 Perform repairs within the learner's designated responsibility and ensure manufacturer's recommendations and standards are complied with
- 3.4 Withdraw (immediately) from use of unsafe equipment which cannot be effectively repaired within one's own area of responsibility in the work environment
- 3.5 Record equipment that is seen to have failed and reported promptly to the responsible person
- 3.6 Complete (promptly, accurately and correctly) reports on repair work which has been undertaken
- 3.7 Follow guidelines and codes of practice correctly at all times
4 Inspect, clean and maintain facilities
- 4.1 Carry out regular inspections to identify potential hazards/problems in the work area according to workplace procedures and standards
- 4.2 Clean and maintain areas and amenities to required standards in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) legislation
- 4.3 Store and handle chemicals safely according to directions, Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), health regulations and organisation policy
- 4.4 Dispose of wastes and dangerous chemicals in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety, health regulations and organisation policy
5 Monitor necessary supplies and records
- 5.1 Check supplies/stock regularly for quantity, quality and expiry date
- 5.2 Maintain determined optimum supply/stock levels to ensure constant productivity
- 5.3 Undertake purchase, receipt, storage and issue of supplies in accordance with organisation procedures
- 5.4 Reconcile supply/stock levels with paperwork and rectify or report any discrepancies to nominated person within designated timelines
- 5.5 Update records in an accurate manner to ensure confidentiality and security of information and keep records for the necessary period
- 5.6 Dispose of expired or damaged supplies/stock according to Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) legislation and organisation regulations
6 Monitor function and value of assets
- 6.1 Obtain research and feedback from facility users on effectiveness of maintenance program
- 6.2 Check condition of asset regularly against criteria that ensure retention of function and value
- 6.3 Respond to identified problems promptly in accordance with organisation procedures
- 6.4 Value supplies/stock using the nominated valuation method (if required)
Range Statements
The Range Statements provide advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competence, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. The Range Statements relate to the unit as a whole and helps facilitate holistic assessment. In addition, the following variables may be present for this particular unit of competency
RANGE STATEMENT
CATEGORIES
Asset
[all categories]
types may include
facility
program
human resources
function
value
Equipment
[all categories]
large items of equipment
small items of equipment
simple equipment
complex equipment
equipment with significant health and safety implications
Facility
[all categories]
may include
buildings
single
multi purpose
built environment
non-built environment
plant, eg, fixtures, infrastructure, superstructure
Facility users
[all categories]
types
clients
supporters
sponsors
members
volunteers
teams
clubs
resource owners/managers
Guidelines
[all categories]
written safety operating standards
Legislation and Industry codes
[all categories]
may include
Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)
building codes and regulations
fire regulations
health act
industrial relations
environment legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity
anti-discrimination legislation
local government regulations
Australian Taxation Office(ATO)regulations
Maintenance
[all categories]
objects of maintenance may include
capital items
fittings and fixtures
equipment
premises
plant
motor vehicles
environment
short, medium, long term plans
budget
Maintenance activities
[all categories]
asset valuation and assessment
routine property maintenance, for example,
lawn mowing and edging
maintaining stocks and supplies, for example,
office requirements
maintenance and minor repairs to
equipment
facility/building
surroundings/grounds
Purchase, receipt, storage and issue
[all categories]
documents may include
purchase requisitions
purchase orders
delivery dockets
invoices
credit notes
inventory cards
Records
[all categories]
may include
paper-based
electronic
organisation accounting system
Supplies/stock
[all categories]
types that may include
first aid
chemicals for pool
office supplies, eg, stationery
hygiene and sanitary supplies
cleaning supplies, eg, detergent, wax
equipment for activity-specific areas
monitor and assess
record
Wastes
[all categories]
types that may include
blood
bandages
chemicals
sanitary bins
garbage
sharps
safe disposal
safe handling
Work environment
[all categories]
varies with respect to
size of the organisation
location
organisational structure
nature of services provided
availability of resources, eg, human, financial, physical
The Range Statements provide advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competence, allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. The Range Statements relate to the unit as a whole and helps facilitate holistic assessment. In addition, the following variables may be present for this particular unit of competency
RANGE STATEMENT
CATEGORIES
Asset
[all categories]
types may include
facility
program
human resources
function
value
Equipment
[all categories]
large items of equipment
small items of equipment
simple equipment
complex equipment
equipment with significant health and safety implications
Facility
[all categories]
may include
buildings
single
multi purpose
built environment
non-built environment
plant, eg, fixtures, infrastructure, superstructure
Facility users
[all categories]
types
clients
supporters
sponsors
members
volunteers
teams
clubs
resource owners/managers
Guidelines
[all categories]
written safety operating standards
Legislation and Industry codes
[all categories]
may include
Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)
building codes and regulations
fire regulations
health act
industrial relations
environment legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity
anti-discrimination legislation
local government regulations
Australian Taxation Office(ATO)regulations
Maintenance
[all categories]
objects of maintenance may include
capital items
fittings and fixtures
equipment
premises
plant
motor vehicles
environment
short, medium, long term plans
budget
Maintenance activities
[all categories]
asset valuation and assessment
routine property maintenance, for example,
lawn mowing and edging
maintaining stocks and supplies, for example,
office requirements
maintenance and minor repairs to
equipment
facility/building
surroundings/grounds
Purchase, receipt, storage and issue
[all categories]
documents may include
purchase requisitions
purchase orders
delivery dockets
invoices
credit notes
inventory cards
Records
[all categories]
may include
paper-based
electronic
organisation accounting system
Supplies/stock
[all categories]
types that may include
first aid
chemicals for pool
office supplies, eg, stationery
hygiene and sanitary supplies
cleaning supplies, eg, detergent, wax
equipment for activity-specific areas
monitor and assess
record
Wastes
[all categories]
types that may include
blood
bandages
chemicals
sanitary bins
garbage
sharps
safe disposal
safe handling
Work environment
[all categories]
varies with respect to
size of the organisation
location
organisational structure
nature of services provided
availability of resources, eg, human, financial, physical
Evidence Guide
The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competence and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statements
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Assessment must confirm sufficient knowledge of maintaining equipment and facilities in the work environment as well as contributing to the development of a maintenance program
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories of facility maintenance from the Range Statements that are applicable in the learners environment
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply this knowledge and appropriate techniques to
schedule and implement short and long term maintenance programs for facilities and equipment
respond appropriately to equipment failures
implement maintenance program within budget, scheduled timeframes and without inconveniencing clients
inspect the cleanliness and safety of facilities to ensure their compliance with standards
maintain supplies/stock levels to ensure the smooth running of the organisation within area of responsibility
maintain accurate records and deal with discrepancies
account for supplies/stock
Interdependent assessment of units
This unit must be assessed after attainment of competency in the following unit(s)
SRXFAC001B Maintain equipment for activities
SRXFAC002B Maintain sport and recreational facilities
This unit must be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
Nil
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
Nil
Required knowledge and skills
Required knowledge
Equipment operation
Chemical and hazardous substances
Ordering procedures
Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), Health and other regulations
Garden machinery operation, eg, whipper snipper, lawn mowers, and basic gardening techniques
Standard of cleaning required
Types of supplies available and necessary, eg, Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) regulations/first aid
Current procedures for disposal of hazardous materials, eg, syringes, chemicals
Purchasing and receipting procedures within the organisation
Activity-specific related knowledge
Principles of supply and demand
Required skills
Time management
Servicing and repairing equipment
Communication/interpersonal skills
Identifying hazards/unclean area/pollution
Maintenance activities
Using cleaning materials
Gardening
Operation of gardening equipment
Cleaning techniques
Monitoring supplies
Ordering supplies
Writing orders/requests
Checking expiry dates
Organising
Disposal of dangerous materials
Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this unit of competency requires access to
a real work environment with maintenance requirements
a comprehensive range of general equipment and supplies
associated resources and information on equipment, safety regulations etc
Human resources - assessment of this unit of competency will require human resources consistent with those outlined in the Assessment Guidelines. That is, assessors (or persons within the assessment team) must
be competent in this unit but preferably be competent in the unit at the level above
be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in the relevant area
have attained the mandatory competency requirements for assessors under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) as specified in Standard 7.3 of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations
Consistency in performance
Due to issues such as variations to the demands of a work environment, this unit of competency must be assessed over a period of time in order to ensure consistency of performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to developing and implementing a facility maintenance schedule
Context for assessment
For valid and reliable assessment this unit of competency must be assessed in the context of a real work environment in sport, outdoor recreation or community recreation sectors
Assessment of this unit of competency will usually include observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on required knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes
Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a "period of time" and/or in a "number of locations", any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons
KEY COMPETENCIES
Collect, Analyse&Organise Information
Communicate Ideas&Information
Plan&Organise Activities
Work with Others&in Teams
Use Mathematical Ideas&Techniques
Solve Problems
Use Technology
2
1
2
1
2
1
1
These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
The three levels of performance (1, 2 and 3) denote the level of competency required to perform the task:
Use routine approaches
Select from routine approaches
Establish new approaches
Collecting, analysing and organising information - Collecting and analysing a range of information related to overall functioning of a facility
Communicating ideas and information - Informing colleagues and clients about any changes to the function of the facility due to maintenance schedules or safety requirements
Planning and organising activities - Planning and implementing a range of maintenance schedules and activities
Working with teams and others - Planning and communicating with others participating in the maintenance activities
Using mathematical ideas and techniques - Calculating existing levels of stock and estimating future needs
Solving problems - Ensuring optimal functioning of the facility by minimising disruption due to things such as equipment failure
Using technology - Using up to date equipment in the implementation of maintenance activities
Please refer to the Assessment Guidelines for advice on how to use the Key Competencies.
The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects, knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit. This is an integral part of the assessment of competence and should be read in conjunction with the Range Statements
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Assessment must confirm sufficient knowledge of maintaining equipment and facilities in the work environment as well as contributing to the development of a maintenance program
Assessment of performance should be over a period of time covering all categories of facility maintenance from the Range Statements that are applicable in the learners environment
Assessment must confirm the ability to apply this knowledge and appropriate techniques to
schedule and implement short and long term maintenance programs for facilities and equipment
respond appropriately to equipment failures
implement maintenance program within budget, scheduled timeframes and without inconveniencing clients
inspect the cleanliness and safety of facilities to ensure their compliance with standards
maintain supplies/stock levels to ensure the smooth running of the organisation within area of responsibility
maintain accurate records and deal with discrepancies
account for supplies/stock
Interdependent assessment of units
This unit must be assessed after attainment of competency in the following unit(s)
SRXFAC001B Maintain equipment for activities
SRXFAC002B Maintain sport and recreational facilities
This unit must be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
Nil
For the purpose of integrated assessment, this unit may be assessed in conjunction with the following unit(s)
Nil
Required knowledge and skills
Required knowledge
Equipment operation
Chemical and hazardous substances
Ordering procedures
Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), Health and other regulations
Garden machinery operation, eg, whipper snipper, lawn mowers, and basic gardening techniques
Standard of cleaning required
Types of supplies available and necessary, eg, Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) regulations/first aid
Current procedures for disposal of hazardous materials, eg, syringes, chemicals
Purchasing and receipting procedures within the organisation
Activity-specific related knowledge
Principles of supply and demand
Required skills
Time management
Servicing and repairing equipment
Communication/interpersonal skills
Identifying hazards/unclean area/pollution
Maintenance activities
Using cleaning materials
Gardening
Operation of gardening equipment
Cleaning techniques
Monitoring supplies
Ordering supplies
Writing orders/requests
Checking expiry dates
Organising
Disposal of dangerous materials
Resource implications
Physical resources - assessment of this unit of competency requires access to
a real work environment with maintenance requirements
a comprehensive range of general equipment and supplies
associated resources and information on equipment, safety regulations etc
Human resources - assessment of this unit of competency will require human resources consistent with those outlined in the Assessment Guidelines. That is, assessors (or persons within the assessment team) must
be competent in this unit but preferably be competent in the unit at the level above
be current in their knowledge and understanding of the industry through provision of evidence of professional activity in the relevant area
have attained the mandatory competency requirements for assessors under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) as specified in Standard 7.3 of the Standards for Registered Training Organisations
Consistency in performance
Due to issues such as variations to the demands of a work environment, this unit of competency must be assessed over a period of time in order to ensure consistency of performance over the Range Statements and contexts applicable to developing and implementing a facility maintenance schedule
Context for assessment
For valid and reliable assessment this unit of competency must be assessed in the context of a real work environment in sport, outdoor recreation or community recreation sectors
Assessment of this unit of competency will usually include observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on required knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes
Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a "period of time" and/or in a "number of locations", any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons
KEY COMPETENCIES
Collect, Analyse&Organise Information
Communicate Ideas&Information
Plan&Organise Activities
Work with Others&in Teams
Use Mathematical Ideas&Techniques
Solve Problems
Use Technology
2
1
2
1
2
1
1
These levels do not relate to the Australian Qualifications Framework. They relate to the seven areas of generic competency that underpin effective workplace practices.
The three levels of performance (1, 2 and 3) denote the level of competency required to perform the task:
Use routine approaches
Select from routine approaches
Establish new approaches
Collecting, analysing and organising information - Collecting and analysing a range of information related to overall functioning of a facility
Communicating ideas and information - Informing colleagues and clients about any changes to the function of the facility due to maintenance schedules or safety requirements
Planning and organising activities - Planning and implementing a range of maintenance schedules and activities
Working with teams and others - Planning and communicating with others participating in the maintenance activities
Using mathematical ideas and techniques - Calculating existing levels of stock and estimating future needs
Solving problems - Ensuring optimal functioning of the facility by minimising disruption due to things such as equipment failure
Using technology - Using up to date equipment in the implementation of maintenance activities
Please refer to the Assessment Guidelines for advice on how to use the Key Competencies.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C1735 | SRXFAC003A | Implement facility maintenance programs | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D6190 | SISXFAC303A | Implement facility maintenance programs | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D020 | SRO30106 | Certificate III in Sport and Recreation | Qualification |
| C642 | SRO30103 | Certificate III in Sport and Recreation | Qualification |
| C688 | CUE50403 | Diploma of Venues and Events | Qualification |