Operate Hand Tools and Machinery
Full Course Name: Use and maintain Power Hand Tools on a construction Site
Aligned to SAQA Unit Standard: 12878
NQF Level: 1
Credits: 5
Purpose of the learning Program:
This unit standard will be useful to people who work in the construction industry.
People credited with this unit standard are able to Identify and select, utilise, and maintain power hand tools on a construction site. Previously disadvantaged person who through recognition of prior learning will be able to be accessed against this standard and receive National recognition for their competence. This will enhance their employability and career advancement and contribute to the socio-economic transformation of the country.
Learning Assumed to be in Place and Recognition of Prior Learning
ABET 3 in Literacy.
Unit Standard Range
- Power Hand tools are relative to appropriate level 1 activities on a construction site.
- Statutory requirements include but are not limited to Safety, Health and Environmental legislation, Local Provincial authority requirements.
- Productivity relates to the time taken to complete the task and that normal wear and tear on the equipment is not exceeded
Course Content:
Session 1 – Demonstrate knowledge of technology to use and maintain power hand tools
Session 2 – Identify and select Power hand tools
Session 3 – Utilize Power hand tools
Session 4 – Maintain Power hand tools
R865.00