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Carry out pre-repair operations to outdoor power equipment

Carry out pre-repair operations to outdoor power equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AURPTA001
State Code
AXB82
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/04/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2016
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
5
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to prepare and clean outdoor power equipment prior to repair or storage. It involves preparing for the task, cleaning and tagging equipment for repair or storage, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working 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, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to undertake pre-repair operations
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Pre-repair procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
  • 1.3 Cleaning options are analysed and selected
  • 1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 1.5 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Clean and tag equipment prior to repair or storage
  • 2.1 Cleaning materials and equipment are used according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Equipment is cleaned according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to equipment or systems
  • 2.3 Equipment is tagged and prepared for further repair procedures or treated with rust prevention material for storage
  • 2.4 Used cleaning materials and waste materials are safely disposed of according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements.
3. Complete work processes
  • 3.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for repair or storage
  • 3.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
  • 3.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF293 AURPTA1001 Carry out pre-repair operations to outdoor power equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCL31 AURPTA101 Carry out pre-repair operations to outdoor power equipment Unit of competency