Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:07 PM AWST
22/07/2026 9:07 PM AWST
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Use and maintain minor mechanical equipment
Use and maintain minor mechanical equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIB2029B
TLIB2029B
State Code
S8265
S8265
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/06/2013
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/06/2013
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use and maintain minor mechanical equipment in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements. Minor mechanical equipment may encompass both hand and power tools.It includes carrying out pre-operational checks on equipment, operating mechanical equipment in accordance with workplace requirements, conducting routine maintenance, and securing and storing equipment in accordance with workplace procedures.Licensing and certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Carry out pre-operational checks
- 1.1 Pre-operational checks are conducted to manufacturer specifications to ensure optimum functionality of equipment
- 1.2 Necessary adjustments to equipment are made according to manufacturer instructions to ensure efficient operation
- 1.3 Faulty equipment is reported to relevant person to ensure equipment is safe and effective to use
2 Operate mechanical equipment
- 2.1 Equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturer and workplace operating instructions to ensure safe and effective operation
- 2.2 Appropriate personal safety protection is used to minimise the risk of injury to operator
- 2.3 Work operational hazards are eliminated or controlled appropriately when using equipment to ensure safe working conditions
- 2.4 If required, assisting personnel are given clear instructions about their duties to ensure safe and effective working conditions
3 Conduct routine maintenance
- 3.1 Equipment is cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturer specifications to ensure optimum functionality
- 3.2 Detailed and accurate records are maintained according to workplace procedures
4 Secure and store
- 4.1 Equipment is handled and transported in a safe, secure and efficient manner to minimise risk of injury to personnel and damage to equipment
- 4.2 Equipment is stored and secured according to manufacturer and workplace procedures to prevent damage to and loss of equipment
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.
Equipment may include:
mechanical handling and lifting equipment
motorised borers
PT8 borers
rail saws
racket restraints
side curtains
portable drills
rail drills
rail sheers
mechanical load restraints
clipping machines
dog knockers
hand trucks
dog pullers
vibrating plates
rattle guns
generators
pumps
compressors
winches
Equipment operations may be carried out in various situations, including:
operations conducted at day or night
all weather conditions
in confined spaces, exposed conditions and controlled or open environments
refuelling
Materials may include:
servicing materials, such as lubricants
related materials and consumables needed when using tools, such as nails, screws and grease
Safety equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
sunscreen and sunglasses
insect repellent
gloves, safety headwear, mask and footwear
portable radios
flags and hand lamps
safety glasses and hearing protection
safety devices
Environmental hazards may include:
leaking oil and fuel
inappropriate disposal of fluids in drains or sewerage systems
inappropriate disposal of waste and rubbish
Consultative processes may involve:
workplace personnel
supervisors and managers
customers
industrial relations and OH&S specialists
other professional or technical staff
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established or standard procedures
Information and records may include:
workplace operational and technical instructions and procedures for the use and maintenance of minor mechanical equipment
relevant regulations, including state and territory safety codes of practice and safe-working regulations
maintenance checklists and records for the use and maintenance of minor mechanical equipment
manufacturer’s instructions, specifications and recommended procedures relating to tools and equipment
precautions and procedures to be adopted to protect the environment when using and maintaining minor mechanical equipment
OH&S procedures
data and document control procedures
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
emergency procedures
award, enterprise bargaining agreement and other industrial arrangements
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant state and territory regulations, codes of practice and safe-working system requirements
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Equipment may include:
mechanical handling and lifting equipment
motorised borers
PT8 borers
rail saws
racket restraints
side curtains
portable drills
rail drills
rail sheers
mechanical load restraints
clipping machines
dog knockers
hand trucks
dog pullers
vibrating plates
rattle guns
generators
pumps
compressors
winches
Equipment operations may be carried out in various situations, including:
operations conducted at day or night
all weather conditions
in confined spaces, exposed conditions and controlled or open environments
refuelling
Materials may include:
servicing materials, such as lubricants
related materials and consumables needed when using tools, such as nails, screws and grease
Safety equipment may include:
high visibility clothing
sunscreen and sunglasses
insect repellent
gloves, safety headwear, mask and footwear
portable radios
flags and hand lamps
safety glasses and hearing protection
safety devices
Environmental hazards may include:
leaking oil and fuel
inappropriate disposal of fluids in drains or sewerage systems
inappropriate disposal of waste and rubbish
Consultative processes may involve:
workplace personnel
supervisors and managers
customers
industrial relations and OH&S specialists
other professional or technical staff
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established or standard procedures
Information and records may include:
workplace operational and technical instructions and procedures for the use and maintenance of minor mechanical equipment
relevant regulations, including state and territory safety codes of practice and safe-working regulations
maintenance checklists and records for the use and maintenance of minor mechanical equipment
manufacturer’s instructions, specifications and recommended procedures relating to tools and equipment
precautions and procedures to be adopted to protect the environment when using and maintaining minor mechanical equipment
OH&S procedures
data and document control procedures
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
emergency procedures
award, enterprise bargaining agreement and other industrial arrangements
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant state and territory regulations, codes of practice and safe-working system requirements
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of:
completing a pre-operational check on one piece of equipment used in the job function
operating mechanical equipment to manufacturer and workplace requirements
carrying out one routine maintenance in a safe manner
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment to meet the performance criteria
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur:
in three different activities of the job function in the workplace
if in a simulated work environment, using industry-standard equipment
A simulator is not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of:
completing a pre-operational check on one piece of equipment used in the job function
operating mechanical equipment to manufacturer and workplace requirements
carrying out one routine maintenance in a safe manner
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment to meet the performance criteria
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur:
in three different activities of the job function in the workplace
if in a simulated work environment, using industry-standard equipment
A simulator is not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWN24 | TLIB2029 | Use and maintain minor mechanical equipment | Unit of competency |
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|---|---|---|---|
| W921 | TLI31210 | Certificate III in Driving Operations | Qualification |
| W917 | TLI21610 | Certificate II in Warehousing Operations | Qualification |