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Maintain sport, fitness and recreation facilities

Maintain sport, fitness and recreation facilities

Unit of competency
National Code
SISXFAC208
State Code
WG049
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/03/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2014
Field of Education
092199 - Sport And Recreation, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
14/02/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain facilities within a sport, fitness and recreation context according to organisational policies and procedures.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Conduct maintenance checks of facilities or areas.
  • 1.1 Carry out regular checks to identify potential hazards in the facility or area according to organisation policies and procedures.
  • 1.2 Report hazards to supervisor.
  • 1.3 Maintain areas and amenities in the work environment.
  • 1.4 Store and handle chemicals safely.
  • 1.5 Remove and dispose of wastes and dangerous chemicals promptly.
2. Check supplies.
  • 2.1 Check supplies regularly for quantity, quality and expiry date.
  • 2.2 Order or request supplies as required to meet anticipated demand.
  • 2.3 Dispose of expired supplies.
3. Clean facility areas.
  • 3.1 Locate and wear personal protective clothing.
  • 3.2 Conduct cleaning tasks at the specified times.
  • 3.3 Display notices advising clients of cleaning in progress.
  • 3.4 Use cleaning agents safely.
  • 3.5 Clean and store cleaning equipment.
  • 3.6 Identify and catalogue lost property.
  • 3.7 Maintain cleaning records.
  • 3.8 Lock storage areas when unattended.
4. Maintain vending machines.
  • 4.1 Check stock levels of machines periodically and restock supplies as required.
  • 4.2 Clear and refill machines according to schedule or as required.
  • 4.3 Record machine data.
  • 4.4 Identify machine faults and report promptly to supervisor. Display out of order notices promptly on machines to inform facility clients and complete required documentation.
  • 4.5 Monitor cleanliness of machines and clean as required.
  • 4.6 Carry out minor repairs on machines when necessary according to manufacturer’s service agreement.
5. Contribute to the administration of the facility or activity.
  • 5.1 Accept and record bookings for the facility.
  • 5.2 Inform clients of the requirements and responsibilities of using the facility.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Hazards may include:
leaking or damaged containers
defects in the storage area
contamination
spillages
unsecured equipment
breakages.
Facility or area may include:
outdoor
indoor
dry or wet recreation centre
built and non-built.
Organisation policies and procedures may include:
booking procedures
emergency procedures
frequency of inspections
hazardous substances and dangerous goods
local laws and by-laws
manufacturer guidelines or specifications
WHS
ordinances and policy
record keeping
reporting channels
security of facility and of patrons
state and territory statutory requirements
stock acquisition
use and storage of cleaning equipment, agents and chemicals
waste minimisation
waste disposal procedures.
Maintain may include:
restocking supplies
emptying and refilling vending machines
cleaning
inspecting
lawn mowing
edging
pruning
maintaining supplies
conducting minor repairs.
Amenities may include:
lockers
baskets
cubicles
clothing storage facilities.
Chemicals may include:
bleach-based
acid-based
floor seals.
Waste may include:
spillages
breakages
chemicals
blood
bandages
taping
sanitary bins
garbage
recyclables
sharps.
Supplies may include:
first-aid
chemicals
cleaning agents
office supplies
hygiene and sanitary products.
Cleaning agents may include:
acid or alkaline-based chemicals
heavy-duty detergents
organic solvents
abrasives.
Cleaning records may include:
dates and times
areas cleaned
staff member.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
carry out cleaning, service and administrative tasks in facility areas according to organisation policies and procedures and with minimal disruption to clients
comply with safety and legislative requirements with respect to the use and storage of chemicals and the disposal of wastes
report hazards to supervisor promptly and apply effective contingency-management techniques to respond to problems appropriately
complete required documentation according to policies and procedures.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must ensure:
conduct of multiple cleaning, service and administrative tasks in facility areas to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a work environment within a facility requiring cleaning and servicing
cleaning and maintenance equipment, products and personal protective clothing
vending machines
organisational policies and procedures in relation to facility maintenance
documentation to be completed.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performing cleaning and servicing tasks in facility areas
oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of safe use and storage of cleaning chemicals
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance
portfolio of records in relation to completion of cleaning and maintenance tasks.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISXWHS101 Follow Work Health and Safety policies.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6189 SISXFAC202A Maintain sport and recreation facilities Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AVD14 SISXFAC002 Maintain sport, fitness and recreation facilities Unit of competency