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Operate basic equipment

Operate basic equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR1013
State Code
ODM28
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
09/09/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/11/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
23/11/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate basic equipment that requires limited application of equipment and process knowledge, and limited equipment adjustment.This unit applies to individuals who work under direct supervision. The unit has generic application in a wide range of situations and should be contextualised for equipment not covered by any other specific unit.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Follow workplace procedures to operate equipment
  • 1.1 Read or listen to work instructions from supervisor, and ask for clarification where necessary
  • 1.2 Identify health and safety hazards and inform supervisor
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing to suit work task
  • 1.4 Check equipment to confirm it is ready and safe to operate according to workplace procedures, including safety requirements
  • 1.5 Conduct pre-start checks according to operator instructions
  • 1.6 Start and operate equipment to achieve required outcome according to safe operating procedures
2. Monitor and shut down equipment
  • 2.1 Operate equipment, and monitor to identify variation in operating conditions
  • 2.2 Adjust to correct routine variation in equipment operation
  • 2.3 Report significant variations in equipment operation to supervisor
  • 2.4 Shut down equipment safely according to operating procedures
  • 2.5 Maintain a clean and tidy work area according to health, safety, environmental and food safety requirements
  • 2.6 Clean equipment and complete records, as required by workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBG21 FBPOPR1005 Operate basic equipment Unit of competency