Unit of competency Outline

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Use coopering sector hand and power tools

Use coopering sector hand and power tools

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFCP2005
State Code
OEK37
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and safely use hand and power tools for coopering tasks. Workers with this competency complete routine tasks to create barrels and similar cooperage products. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for tool use
  • 1.1 Identify task requirement from work instructions
  • 1.2 Select appropriate tools based on task requirements and identify work health and safety requirements for their use
  • 1.3 Check tools are safe and functional and report any faults to supervisor
  • 1.4 Select equipment to hold or support material based on the tools selected and the nature of the task
  • 1.5 Prepare material and hold in position to ensure safe operation
2. Use tools
  • 2.1 Use tools safely and in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer specifications
  • 2.2 Use techniques that optimise the effective use of the tools for the nominated task
  • 2.3 Ensure safe state, position and location of tools in the work area when not in immediate use
  • 2.4 Follow safety procedures for the use of power and the handling of power tools
3. Clean up work area and tools
  • 3.1 Clean tools and equipment using cleaning materials and agents suited to the item
  • 3.2 Complete routine operator maintenance on tools in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 3.3 Store tools and equipment based on specific storage needs and workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI272 MSFCP2001 Use coopering sector hand and power tools Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIK0 MSF30322 Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology Qualification