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Maintain the workplace

Maintain the workplace

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCWRK102
State Code
OFC31
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain a range of work areas, including preparing tools, equipment and machinery, maintaining a clean and safe workplace and maintaining structures and workplace surroundings.The unit applies to individuals who are required to maintain the workplace while working alongside a supervisor, exercising limited autonomy within established and well-known parameters. They identify and seek help with simple problems.All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures, and health and safety in the workplace requirements. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare and use tools, equipment and machinery
  • 1.1 Collect required materials, tools and equipment according to lists provided and supervisor instructions
  • 1.2 Fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as directed by supervisor
  • 1.3 Use correct manual handling techniques as instructed
  • 1.4 Check and report insufficient, faulty or unsafe materials, tools, equipment and PPE to supervisor
  • 1.5 Read and follow workplace notices, safety signs, symbols and labels
  • 1.6 Confirm communication channels with supervisor
2. Maintain a clean and safe workplace
  • 2.1 Confirm location of services with the supervisor
  • 2.2 Sweep, wash and treat floors, benches and other work surfaces according to supervisor instructions
  • 2.3 Clean and store materials, tools and equipment according to supervisor instructions
  • 2.4 Store, recycle or dispose of waste material and debris according to supervisor instructions
  • 2.5 Recognise and report workplace hazards to supervisor
  • 2.6 Apply sustainability practices relevant to workplace and activity
3. Assist with maintenance of structures and workplace surroundings
  • 3.1 Confirm maintenance requirements of structures and workplace surroundings with supervisor
  • 3.2 Maintain structures and workplace surroundings with supervisor
  • 3.3 Report damage and deterioration of structures to supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAP52 AHCWRK101 Maintain the workplace Unit of competency