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Use hand and power tools

Use hand and power tools

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTGM202C
State Code
D8265
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2011
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
22/07/2011
Nominal Hours
20
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely and appropriately use hand and power tools while conducting maintenance and construction tasks
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and select hand and power tools
  • 1.1 Identify and follow the occupational health and safety requirements for using hand and power tools
  • 1.2 Select, correctly fit and use appropriate personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Select hand and power tolls consistent with the needs of the task
  • 1.4 Check tools for serviceability and safety and report any faults to supervisor
  • 1.5 Identify power supply
  • 1.6 Select equipment needed to hold or support power tool application
2. Use hand tools
  • 2.1 Locate and hold in place material needed for hand tool application
  • 2.2 Use hand tools safely and effectively
  • 2.3 Safely locate hand tools when not in immediate use
3. Use power tools
  • 3.1 Locate and hold in place material needed for power tool application
  • 3.2 Use power tools safely and effectively
  • 3.3 Safely locate power tools when not in immediate use
4. Clean up
  • 4.1 Clean, maintain and store tools correctly and according to organisation requirements
  • 4.2 Clean, visually check and store power leads/hoses
  • 4.3 Clean and store equipment
  • 4.4 Clear the work area and remove waste
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C5023 HLTGM2A Use hand and power tools Unit of competency
C9271 HLTGM202B Use hand and power tools Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD156 HLTGM202D Use hand and power tools Unit of competency
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