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Use blinds, awnings, security screens and grilles hand and power tools

Use blinds, awnings, security screens and grilles hand and power tools

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFBA2001
State Code
WI252
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers using hand and power tools in applications relating to the blinds and awnings, and security screens and grilles sectors of the furnishing industry. It applies in workplaces and on-site environments and may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify hand and power tools
  • 1.1 Types of hand and power tools and their functions are identified
  • 1.2 Sources of power supply are recognised
  • 1.3 Work health and safety (WHS), legislative requirements and workplace practices for using hand and power tools are recognised and adhered to
2 Select hand tools
  • 2.1 Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected, correctly fitted and used
  • 2.2 Hand tools are selected consistent with the needs of the task
  • 2.3 Tools are checked for safe operation and any faults are corrected or tagged and reported to appropriate personnel
  • 2.4 Equipment is selected to hold or support material for hand tool operation
3 Use hand tools
  • 3.1 Material is located and held in position for hand tool operation
  • 3.2 Hand tools are held correctly for safe operation
  • 3.3 Hand tools are used according to manufacturer instructions and safe work practices
  • 3.4 Hand tools are safely located when not in immediate use
4 Select power tools
  • 4.1 Power tools are selected consistent with the needs of the task
  • 4.2 Power tools are checked for serviceability and safe operation in accordance with WHS requirements
  • 4.3 Power tool faults are corrected or tagged and reported to appropriate personnel
  • 4.4 Equipment is selected to hold or support materials for power tool operation
5 Use power tools
  • 5.1 Material is held in position for power tool operation
  • 5.2 Power tools are set up for use according to manufacturer instructions and safe working practices
  • 5.3 Power tools are held correctly for safe and efficient use
  • 5.4 Power tools are used according to manufacturer instructions and safe work practices
  • 5.5 Power tools are safely located when not in immediate use
6 Clean up work area and tools
  • 6.1 Hand and power tools are cleaned after use
  • 6.2 Operator maintenance is carried out following completion of task.
  • 6.3 Hand and power tools are stored following completion of task
  • 6.4 Equipment is cleaned, maintained and stored
  • 6.5 Work area is cleared and waste removed
  • 6.6 Workplace documentation is completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8468 LMFBA2001A Use blinds and awnings sector hand and power tools Unit of competency
W8797 LMFSS2001A Use security screens and grills hand and power tools Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEL94 MSFBA2012 Use blinds, awnings, security screens and grilles hand and power tools Unit of competency