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Carry out minor adjustments to outdoor power equipment

Carry out minor adjustments to outdoor power equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AURPTA102
State Code
OCL80
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/11/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2021
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
31/03/2021
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out minor adjustments to outdoor power equipment. The unit involves preparing for the task, inspecting and carrying out minor adjustments, and completing workplace processes and documentation.The unit applies to those who work in the outdoor power equipment service and repair industry. The equipment includes lawn mowers, chainsaws, pumps, post hole borers, portable generators, stationary engines, brush cutters, leaf blowers or other outdoor power equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to inspect and adjust outdoor power equipment
  • 1.1 Identify job requirements from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Identify required information for inspection and adjustment activity
  • 1.3 Identify hazards and manage risks associated with the work
  • 1.4 Select tools, equipment and materials and check for serviceability
2. Inspect outdoor power equipment
  • 2.1 Inspect outdoor power equipment according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety requirements
  • 2.2 Compare inspection results with manufacturer specifications
  • 2.3 Report inspection findings according to workplace procedures, and recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
  • 2.4 Obtain authorisation to proceed with service and repair in line with recommendations
3. Carry out minor adjustments
  • 3.1 Select adjusting tools and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Carry out minor adjustments on outdoor power equipment according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
  • 3.3 Carry out post-adjustment testing according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
  • 4.1 Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm equipment is ready for use
  • 4.2 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXB81 AURPTA002 Carry out minor adjustments to outdoor power equipment Unit of competency