Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Workplace procedures may include:
verbal or written and graphical instructions
written maintenance procedures
safety and emergency procedures
service instructions
reporting and recording procedures
sustainability and environmental considerations
organisational quality policies and procedures.
Tools and equipment may include:
hand tools
hand-held power tools and air tools
specialised outdoor power equipment repair tools
floor stands, workbench.
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements:
are those prescribed under legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and workplace policies and procedures
may include:
protective clothing and equipment
use of tools and equipment
handling of material
use of fire-fighting equipment
first aid equipment
hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances.
Outdoor power equipment types may include:
lawn mowers
chainsaws
line trimmers
mulchers
pumps
post-hole borers
portable generators
stationary engines
brush cutters
leaf blowers.
Workplace documentation may include:
job card or work schedule
work bulletins
memos
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to outdoor power equipment safety
manufacturers design specifications and maintenance instructions
organisation work specifications and requirements
Australian standards.
Minor adjustments may include adjustments to:
cutting systems
belt tension
cables and controls
carburettors
engine components
brakes
clutch
steering system
chain tension
foot controls.

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 all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
observe safety procedures and requirements
communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work
select adjustment methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances
carry out a minimum of three minor adjustments according to workplace and manufacturer and component supplier specifications
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment is to occur:
using standard workplace practices and procedures
following safety requirements
applying environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
regulatory requirements
Australian standards
industry codes of practice.
The following resources should be made available:
a range of outdoor power equipment
hand and power tools and specialised repair tools and equipment appropriate for performing minor adjustments to outdoor power equipment
specifications and workplace instructions.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.