Unit of competency Outline

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Operate basic machinery and equipment

Operate basic machinery and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCMOM203A
State Code
D7006
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
14/02/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit covers the process of operating and maintaining machinery and equipment and defines the standard required to: carry out pre-operational checks and maintenance; tag and report defects if necessary; secure attachments according to manufacturer's directions; operate machinery in a safe and controlled manner; implement shut-down and storage procedures; record maintenance and operation details.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare basic machinery and equipment for use
  • 1.1. Machinery and equipment are identified and selected in accordance with supervisor's instructions.
  • 1.2. Routine pre-operational checks of machinery and equipment are carried out to manufacturer's specifications and/or enterprise procedures.
  • 1.3. Unsafe or faulty machinery and equipment are identified and segregated for repair or replacement in line with enterprise requirements.
  • 1.4. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified and safety concerns reported to the supervisor.
2. Operate basic machinery and equipment
  • 2.1. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used and maintained according to procedures.
  • 2.2. Machinery and equipment are operated to manufacturer's specifications and in accordance with supervisor's instructions.
  • 2.3. Work is completed to supervisor's satisfaction and in accordance with OHS requirements.
  • 2.4. Environmental implications associated with machinery operation and maintenance are identified and accounted for.
3. Check, clean and store basic machinery and equipment
  • 3.1. Machinery and equipment use is detailed and recorded in accordance with enterprise requirements.
  • 3.2. Machinery and equipment are cleaned, secured and stored to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions.
  • 3.3. Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to machinery and equipment are identified and reported in line with enterprise requirements.
  • 3.4. Workplace areas are cleaned and maintained in line with OHS and enterprise requirements.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Basic machinery and equipment may include:
lawn mowers
line cutters
lawn edgers
mechanized horticultural tillage equipment
motorised machinery used in landscape and turf construction projects
motorised machinery used in nursery production
pneumatic pruners and cutters
power tools
conveyors and pumps as used in agriculture, horticulture and land management.
Basic machinery and equipment does not include:
chainsaws
tractors
vehicles
earth moving equipment
other machinery described elsewhere in these standards.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
carry out pre-operational checks and maintenance
tag and report defects if necessary
secure attachments according to manufacturer's directions
operate machinery in a safe and controlled manner
implement shut-down and storage procedures
record maintenance and operation details.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S2719 RTC1301A Operate basic machinery and equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAU05 AHCMOM203 Operate basic machinery and equipment Unit of competency