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Use hand-held tools

Use hand-held tools

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT2257
State Code
OCR84
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/04/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
07/04/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use a variety of manual and powered hand-held tools for various tasks and complete basic non-specialist maintenance.The unit applies to production workers, manufacturing assistants, timber manufacturing workers and sawmill workers who undertake specified activities under the direction of more experienced workers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to use hand-held tools
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements from work order or instruction and, where required, confirm with appropriate person
  • 1.2 Confirm safety requirements for using hand-held tools according to workplace safety procedures
  • 1.3 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 1.4 Select hand-held tools appropriate for tasks and check for serviceability and safe operation according to manufacturer instructions
  • 1.5 Identify unsafe, faulty or damaged tools, remove from service and mark for repair or replacement according to workplace procedures
2. Operate and maintain hand-held tools
  • 2.1 Use hand and power tools according to workplace safety procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 2.2 Apply appropriate techniques when using tools to produce required production outcomes
  • 2.3 Check tool operation regularly to assess need for sharpening and other maintenance requirements
  • 2.4 Complete basic non-specialist maintenance for hand and power tools according to manufacturer recommendations and workplace safety procedures
  • 2.5 Record and report tool faults, serviceability issues and maintenance requirements to appropriate person
3. Clean up
  • 3.1 Clean work area and dispose of, recycle or reuse leftover material according to workplace environmental policies and procedures
  • 3.2 Clean and maintain hand-held tools, and report any faulty or damaged tools
  • 3.3 Store tools according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXL82 FWPCOT2219 Use hand-held tools Unit of competency