Unit of competency Outline
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Use hand and power tools
Use hand and power tools
Unit of competency
National Code
ICTTEN202
ICTTEN202
State Code
AWG35
AWG35
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to safely use hand and power tools in the workshop and on the worksite.It applies to individuals who may work as technical staff and who may make use of safety equipment and workshop facilities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work activity
- 1.1 Identify the type of work to be performed from work instructions
- 1.2 Select appropriate hand and power tools for work to be performed in line with industry standards or specified approved tools for use
- 1.3 Set up and check tools for use according to industry approved information
- 1.4 Examine work environment and plan work with tools to maximise safety and productivity
- 1.5 Clear and clean work area to make it free of obstructions and allow clear access to tools
2. Prepare work piece for tool use
- 2.1 Mount, support or align work piece correctly to the tool or machine to be used
- 2.2 Anchor work piece securely where necessary to prevent movement
3. Operate hand and power tools
- 3.1 Use hand and power tools correctly according to industry and enterprise safe working practices
- 3.2 Use safety equipment during tool operation according to industry and enterprise safe working practices
- 3.3 Monitor tool operation continuously and discontinue use if abnormal operation occurs
- 3.4 Clean work area on completion of work
4. Maintain hand and power tools after use
- 4.1 Clean and store tools according to industry and enterprise safe working practices
- 4.2 Report abnormal tool operation or other problems according to established procedures
- 4.3 Perform programmed maintenance of tools according to work role
- 4.4 Arrange inspection of power tools according to regulatory requirements
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI910 | ICTTEN2140B | Use hand and power tools | Unit of competency |