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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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.
Types of safe
Plate safes, fire, data, cash and/or jewellery, under-floor, wall, bank safes and vaults
Lock mechanism
Keylocks, keyless combination locks, electronic digital, electronic and mechanical time delay
Appropriate sources of information
Catalogues, manufacturer manuals, drawings, detailed/technical sketches and associated data sheets, colleagues/specialists, internet
Organisational requirements
Quality assurance standards and procedures, service standards, safety and OHS practices and obligations, resource storage and use, organisational processes and procedures, documentation processes, product and process training
Customer requirements
Function and capabilities, access issues, service and maintenance requirements, product operation and warranty information, costings, maintaining security
Service and repair requirements
Checking components for serviceability and integrity. Removal, repair, service and replacement of lock components. Removing boltwork and re-lockers, dismantling locks, inspecting wheel packs for wear and damage, servicing and repairing/replacing combination locks/lever locks, hinges and internal locking compartments
Other information
Schedules, timeframes, access and site information, products, installation and upgrade requirements, specific client requests, materials, costings, warranties and service information, legislation, codes and regulatory requirements, OHS requirements
Legislation, codes, regulations and standards
ASIO regulations, industry licensing, industry codes of practice, privacy laws, Australian standards, building codes and those of other regulatory bodies, quality assurance, organisational standards and practices, awards and enterprise agreements, competition, trade and consumer protection laws
Risks and hazards
Safe construction, chemical and material hazards, lifting and handling, use of mechanical and fuel cutting equipment
Tools and equipment
Hand tools relating to safe service and repair, power tools and accessories, various change keys to suit the safe
Materials and consumables
Appropriate lubricants, adhesives and sealants, cleaning materials, seals
Documentation
Historical records, procedures and measurements for opening specific safes, job sheets, invoices, warranties
OHS policies, procedures and practices
Relevant OHS policies, procedures include assessment of actual and potential risk, identification of hazards, safety practices and regulations, safe use of tools and equipment, individual responsibilities and obligations, safety training and procedures, emergency and first aid procedures, working in confined spaces, use of personal protective equipment, industry standards and codes of practice
Personal protective equipment may include safety glasses, earmuffs/plugs, safety vests, hard hats, gloves, knee pads, safety boots, warning signs and tapes, fire extinguisher, first aid kit

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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to service, repair, test and return to service fire and security containers. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with servicing and repair of fire and security containers, or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment