PERFORM WORKSHOP PROCESS
UNIT CODE: ENG/OS/PO/CC/02/6/A
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required to perform workshop processes. Competencies
include applying workshop Safety, use of workshop tools, instruments and equipments,
preparation of workshop materials, preparation of workshop for Electrical installation
practicals, Storage of Electrical tools and materials after practicals and troubleshoot and
repair workshop tools and equipment.
ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key (Bold and italicised terms are elaborated in the Range)
outcomes which make up
workplace function.
1. Apply workshop safety 1.1 Proper use of PPE is adhered to as per standard
operating procedure
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1.2 Workshop rules are followed as per standard
operating procedure
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1.3 Proper use of safety equipments are followed as per
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the manufacturer’s recommendations
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1.4 First Aid procedures are adhered to
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2. Use workshop tools, 2.1 Workshop tools, Instruments and equipments are
Instruments and Identified
equipments 2.2 Tools, Instruments and equipments are used as per
the manufacture’s manuals
2.3 Calibration of workshop instruments are performed
as per the standard operating procedure
2.4 Proper handling of workshop tools, Instruments and
equipments should be followed
2.5 Care and Maintenance of workshop tools,
Instruments and equipments should be adhered too
3 Prepare workshop tools 3.1 List of required tools and instruments are prepared
and instruments for an 3.2 Issuing of required tools and instruments is
Electrical installation performed
practical e.g. 3.3 Confirmation of the issued tools and instruments is
performed
3.4 Functioning of the issued tools and instruments is
checked in line with the standard operating
procedure
3.5 Sharpening of the cutting tools is performed
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ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the key (Bold and italicised terms are elaborated in the Range)
outcomes which make up
workplace function.
4 Prepare workshop for an 4.1 Practical working section is arranged as per the
Electrical practical number of practicals to be carried out.
4.2 Power supply availability in every practical section
is confirmed as per the practical to be carried out
4.3 Tools and materials required are supplied as per the
practical to be carried out.
5 Store Electrical tools and 5.1 Tools are checked against the issuing list after
materials after practicals practicals
5.2 Tools are stored out as per their standard operating
procedure
5.3 Tools are cleaned as per the workshop standard
operating procedure
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5.4 Waste materials are disposed as per the EHS
5.5 Tools are stored in their respective sections as per
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the workshop procedures
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6 Troubleshoot and 6.1 Faulty tools are identified as per their expected
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repair/replace workshop functioning
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tools and equipment 6.2 Faulty component are diagnosed as per the fault
diagnosis procedures
6.3 Repair/Replace faulty components as per the
expected functioning
6.4 Repaired/Replaced tool are tested as per the
expected functioning.
RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance
Variable Range
1. Workshop tools may • Pliers
include but is not limited • Hacksaws
to:
• Hammer
• Spirit levels
• Phase Tester
• Side cutters
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Variable Range
2. Manual may include but is • Operational
not limited to: • Installation
• Commissioning
• Technical specification /data sheet
3. Parameters may include • Light intensity
but is not limited to: • Sound
• Speed
• Efficiency
• Temperature
• Electrical quantities e.g. Voltage, current and
resistance levels
• Expected output
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
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This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
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Required Skills
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The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
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• Communications (verbal and written);
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• Proficient in ICT;
• Time management;
• Analytical
• Faults troubleshooting;
• Problem solving;
• Planning;
• Decision making;
• First aid;
• Report writing;
Required Knowledge
• How to find, interpret and use sources of technical information for workshop
practical activities
• The importance of using the correct sources of technical information.
• The purpose of and how to use identification codes.
• The individual needs to demonstrate the following knowledge:
• The manufacturer's manual about the operation of various workshop tools and
instruments
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• The legal and statutory requirements relating to electrical Workshop operation
activities.
• workplace procedures relevant to:
▪ health and safety;
▪ the environment (including waste disposal);
▪ appropriate personal and protective equipment;
• Appropriate use of service manuals
• Workplace procedures for:
• Fault identification and diagnosis
• Appropriate use of tools and equipment;
• Repairing, modifying or replacing defective parts or components.
• Reporting of technical challenges
• The importance of documenting workshop practical activities and information.
• The importance of working within agreed timelines and sharing progress reports.
• The importance of reporting anticipated delays to relevant parties promptly.
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
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This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance
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criteria, required knowledge and understanding and range.
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1 Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
of Competency 1.1 Adhered to the proper use of PPE
1.2 Observed the workshop rules
1.3 Performed the First Aid procedures in the workshop
1.4 Observed workshop procedures in the storage of tools
1.5 Safely used testing equipment and tools
1.6 Observed EHS in the waste disposal
1.7 Properly demonstrated care and maintenance of workshop
tools
1.8 Obtained, recorded and interpreted test results
1.9 Identified faulty tools and instruments
1.10 Repaired/Replaced faulty tools
2 Resource The following resources must be provided:
Implications 2.1 Electrical installation tool kit
2.2 Testing equipment
2.3 Measuring equipment
2.4 First Aid kit
Resources the same as that of workplace are advised to be applied
3 Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
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Assessment 3.1 Oral test
3.2 Observation
3.3 Practical demonstration
4 Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace
Assessment or through a simulated work place setting or during industrial
attachment.
5 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment
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