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UNIT TITLE : USE HAND TOOLS
UNIT CODE : ELC724201
UNIT DESCRIPTOR : This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes on the safe
use, handling and maintenance of tools.

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Italicized terms are elaborated in the Range of Variables
1. Plan and prepare for tasks to 1.1. Tasks to be undertaken are properly identified
be undertaken 1.2. Appropriate hand tools are identified and
selected according to the task requirements

2. Prepare hand tools 2.1. Appropriate hand tools are checked for proper
operation and safety
2.2. Unsafe or faulty tools are identified and marked
for repair according to standard company
procedure

3. Use appropriate hand tools 3.1. Tools are used according to tasks undertaken
and test equipment 3.2. All safety procedures in using tools are
observed at all times and appropriate personal
protective equipment (PPE) are used
3.3. Malfunctions, unplanned or unusual events are
reported to the supervisor

4. Maintain hand tools 4.1. Tools are not dropped to avoid damage
4.2. Routine maintenance of tools undertaken
according to standard operational procedures,
principles and techniques
4.3. Tools are stored safely in appropriate locations
in accordance with manufacturer’s
specifications or standard operating procedures

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TR - COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING NC II Amended - December 2013