TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWARD…………………………………………………………………………………………………. / i
GLOSSARY…………………………………………………………………………………………………… / ii
NC LEVEL-1 DESCRIPTION ………………………………………………………………………...... / 1
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
ME-SE-101T1Use hand tools and workshop equipment……………………………… / 2
ME-SE-102T1Service and repair small engines……………………………………………… / 6
ME-SE-103T1Repair tyres and punctures of small machines………………………… / 11
INDUSTRIAL COMPETENCIES
ME-SE-104I1Follow safety and health procedures………………………………………. / 16
ME-SE-105I1 Practice housekeeping……………………………………………………………… / 20
BASIC COMPETENCY
ME-SE-106B1 Receive and respond to workplace communication………………… / 24

Occupation: SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

Description: The Small Engine Mechanic undertakes servicing and repair of small engines particularly motorcycles in the transport sector and small farm equipment in the agricultural sector.
Level Descriptor (General)
Qualification / Job Level / Skill, Knowledge and Attitude
National Certificate (NC)-1 / Semi-skilled /
  • Demonstrate basic knowledge by recall in a narrow range of area
  • Perform basic or preparatory practical skills in a defined range of tasks
  • Carry out routine tasks given clear direction
  • Demonstrate understanding of safety requirements
  • Receive and pass on information related to the work
  • Access and record information related to the work
  • Take responsibility for output of self

SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

The National Skill Certificate (NSC) forSmall Engine Mechanic– (Level-I) Skill Qualification comprises of occupational competencies that a person must attain to work as an assistant in electrical work.

Competency Units for NSC level-1 of assistantSmall Engine Mechanic
Unit code no. / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
ME-SE-101T1 / Use hand tools and workshop equipment
ME-SE-102T1 / Service and repair small engines
ME-SE-103T1 / Repair tyres and punctures of small machines
Unit Code No. / INDUSTRIAL COMPETENCIES
ME-SE-104I1 / Follow safety and health procedures
ME-SE-105I1 / Practice house keeping
Unit Code No. / BASIC COMPETENCY
ME-SE-106B1 / Receive and respond to workplace communication

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARD

Industry:METAL AND ENGINEERING

Occupation Title:SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

Competency Unit Code:ME-SE-101T1

Competency Unit:USE HAND TOOLS AND WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT

Unit Descriptor:

Competency Level :Level 1

Version No.:1

Date: April 2016

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARD

Competency Unit Code:ME-SE-101T1
Competency Unit Title:USE HANDTOOLS AND WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT
Competency Elements
This competency unit consists of the following elements:
Element 1: Identify the name, type and purpose of hand tools and workshop equipment.
Element 2: Demonstrate correct and safe use of tools and equipment.
Element 3: Install electrical fittings and accessories.
Element 4: Clean and store tools and equipment, and report any damage or defects to supervisor

DESCRIPTION OF COMPETENCY ELEMENTS

Competency Elements / Performance Criteria
  1. Identify the name, type and purpose of hand tools and workshop equipment.
/ 1.1Name and type of tool or piece of equipment is identified
1.2Specific Occupational Health and Safety(OH&S) issues related to tool and equipment are identified.
  1. Demonstrate correct and safe use of tools and equipment.
/ 2.1Correct use of tools and equipment is explained and demonstrated.
2.2Safe use of tools and equipment is explained and demonstrated.
2.3Potential sources of support and information on unfamiliar or new tools and equipment are identified
  1. Clean and store tools and equipment, and report any damage or defects to supervisor
/ 3.1Tools cleaned and stored according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisors requirements.
3.2Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to tools are reported to the supervisor according to workplace requirements

RANGE AND CONTEXT

Variable / Range
  1. Tools
/ May include but not limited to:
  • Hand tools commonly used in general engine-repair workshops to remove and replace fastenings and component parts, ie. sockets, spanners, screwdrivers, allen (L-key or hexagonal key), and torque wrenches.
  • Associated tools used in basic repair procedures – pliers, wrenches, hammers, chisels, hacksaws, files.
  • Grease guns/oil cans, containers for waste fluids and parts
  • Basic measuring equipment - tape measure/ruler, feeler gauges, spark plug cleaners

  1. Workplace
/ May include but not limited to:
  • Building designated as workshop at premises of workplace/employer.
  • Outside area at premises of workplace/employer.

  1. Manuals and Technical Information.
/ May include but not limited to:
  • Tool manufacturer/supplier technical data sheets and workshop manuals.
  • Support and technical advice from senior qualified work colleagues and supervisor.

  1. OHS requirements
/ OH&S practice should be in line with any relevant national legislation, and/or codes of best practice and/or workplace Health and Safety policy.
May include:
  • Risk assessments to identify best safe practice in relation to using hand tools and equipment.
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) where available in line with workplace practice.

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Underpinning Knowledge / Underpinning Skill
Basic and general knowledge of:-
  • OH&S regulations/requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements
  • Types, characteristics and operations of single cylinder petrol and diesel engines.
  • Types, characteristics and functions of tools used in maintenance of internal combustion engines.
  • Safe practice with regard to the use and control of hazardous substances.
  • Safe practice with regard to environmentally sound disposal of waste fuels and oils.
/
  • Obtain work instructions
Obtain, interpret and understand the work instructions.
  • Carry out routine tasks in accordance with Instructions
Establish safe and effective work processes to avoid or minimise reworking avoid wastage
  • Communicate effectively in the workplace
Communicate in simple language to enable confirmation of work requirements
  • Work with others and in a team
Work with others and in a team using co-operative approaches to optimise satisfaction and productivity
  • Numeracy skills
Perform basic calculations required to finish the tasks
  • Use of tools
Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity to use tools. Ability to recognise faults and defects with tools and equipment, and to understand workshop reporting procedures
Evidence may be collected through assessment methods such as:
  • Observation of practical performance
  • Inspection of finished work
  • Oral and/or written questions

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARD

Industry:METAL AND ENGINEERING

Occupation Title:SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

Competency Unit Code:ME-SE-102T1

Competency Unit:SERVICE ND REPAIR SMALL ENGINES

Unit Descriptor:

Competency Level :Level 1

Version No.:1

Date: April 2016

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARD

Competency Unit Code:ME-SE-102T1
Competency Unit Title:SERVICE AND REPAIR OF SMALL ENGINES
Competency Elements
This competency unit consists of the following elements:
Element 1: Identify type of engine and related issues.
Element 2: Prepare for scheduled servicing and/or basic repair.
Element 3: Carry out scheduled servicing and/or basic repair.
Element 4: Complete scheduled servicing and/or basic repair.

DESCRIPTION OF COMPETENCY ELEMENTS

Competency Elements / Performance Criteria
  1. Identify type of engine and related issues.
/ 1.1 Type of engine is identified
1.2 Specific Occupational Health and Safety(OH&S) issues related to engine are identified.
1.3 Any assistance needed to safely move engine and associated parts is identified.
1.4 safe procedures for working on engine are identified
  1. Prepare for scheduled servicing and/or basic repair.
/ 2.1 Prepare clean and safe work area to give good access to engine as required.
2.2 Identify necessary work, plan schedule, discuss and confirm with supervisor.
2.3 Identify tools, parts and other materials needed for planned work.
2.4 Identify potential sources of technical support and information for planned work.
  1. Carry out scheduled servicing and/or basic repair.
/ 3.1 Requirement for Personal Protective Equipment according to workplace OH&S practice is understood.
3.2 Lubrication, greasing, and other basic servicing of engine is carried out according to supervisor's instructions.
3.3 Routine adjustments and repairs are made to engine according to supervisor's instructions.
3.4 Work is conducted according to workplace OH&S practice and completed to supervisor's/clients satisfaction.
  1. Complete scheduled servicing and/or basic repair.
/ 4.1 Tools cleaned and stored according to workplace requirements.
4.2 Waste from maintenance activities is collected, stored and disposed of or recycled according to workplace requirements
4.3 Work area is cleaned and maintained according to workplace OH&S requirements.
4.4 Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to tools are reported to the supervisor according to workplace requirements.

RANGE AND CONTEXT

Variable / Range
  1. Internal combustion engines
/
  • Small single cylinder petrol engines as commonly fitted to motorcycles and small power tools up to nominal 250cc., air cooled(does not include larger multi-cylinder engines)
  • Single cylinder diesel engines as commonly fitted to walking tractors, cultivators and small transport wagons.(does not include larger multi-cylinder engines)

  1. Types of engine
/
  • Two-stroke petrol engine
  • Four-stroke petrol engine
  • Four-stroke diesel engine

  1. Associated parts
/ May include but not limited to:
  • Gear box
  • Air filter
  • Fuel filter
  • Oil filter
  • Dynamo
  • Starter motor
  • Fuel pump
  • Battery

  1. Workplace
/ May include but not limited to:
  • Building designated as workshop at premises of workplace/employer.
  • Outside area at premises of workplace/employer.

3. Procedures / Work is to be limited to basic servicing and routine maintenance – oil change, filters, cleaning, lubrication. Minimal dismantling of machine. No work on any safety critical components.
4. Tools / May include but not limited to:
  • Hand tools
  • Jacks, axle stands and supports
  • Grease gun/oil can
  • Containers for waste fluids
  • Tape measure/ruler

5. Parts / May include but not limited to:
  • Oils and greases
  • Filters
  • Worn/damaged external parts that can be replaced with minimal dismantling of engine.
  • Bolts, nuts and fasteners

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Underpinning Knowledge / Underpinning Skill
Basic and general knowledge of:-
  • OH&S regulations/requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements
  • Types, characteristics and functions of tools used in maintenance of internal combustion engines.
  • Safe practice with regard to the use and control of hazardous substances.
  • Safe practice with regard to environmentally sound disposal of waste fuels and oils
/
  • Obtain work instructions
Obtain, interpret and understand the work instructions.
  • Carry out routine tasks in accordance with Instructions
Establish safe and effective work processes to avoid or minimise reworking avoid wastage
  • Communicate effectively in the workplace
Communicate in simple language to enable confirmation of work requirements
  • Work with others and in a team
Work with others and in a team using co-operative approaches to optimise satisfaction and productivity
  • Numeracy skills
Perform basic calculations required to finish the tasks
  • Use of tools
Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity to use tools. Ability to recognise faults and defects with tools and equipment, and to understand workshop reporting procedures
Evidence may be collected through assessment methods such as:
  • Observation of practical performance
  • Inspection of finished work
  • Oral and/or written questions

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARD

Industry:METAL AND ENGINEERING

Occupation Title:SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

Competency Unit Code:ME-SE-103T1

Competency Unit:REPAIR TYRES AND PUNCTURES OF SMALL MACHINES

Unit Descriptor:

Competency Level :Level 1

Version No.:1

Date: April 2016

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARD

Competency Unit Code: ME-SE-103T1
Competency Unit Title:REPAIR TYRES AND PUNCTURES OF SMALL MACHINES
Competency Elements
This competency unit consists of the following elements:
Element 1: Identify wheel, tyre/rim assembly type and related safety issues.
Element 2: Prepare to remove, repair and fit tyres and tubes.
Element 3: Remove wheel from machine, tyre from rim, repair tyre and tube, refit tyre and tube to rim and wheel to machine.
Element 4: Complete basic repair workplace maintenance.

DESCRIPTION OF COMPETENCY ELEMENTS

Competency Elements / Performance Criteria
1. Identify wheel, tyre/rim assembly type and related safety issues. / 1.1 Type of engine is identified
1.2 Specific Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) issues related to engine are identified.
1.3 Any assistance needed to safely move engine and associated parts is identified.
1.4 Safe procedures for working on engine are identified
2. Prepare to remove, repair and fit tyres and tubes. / 2.1 Prepare clean and safe work area to give good access to engine as required.
2.2 Identify necessary work, plan schedule, discuss and confirm with supervisor.
2.3 Identify tools, parts and other materials needed for planned work.
2.4 Identify potential sources of technical support and information for planned work.
3. Remove wheel from machine, tyre from rim, repair tyre and tube, refit tyre and tube to rim and wheel to machine. / 3.1 Requirement for Personal Protective Equipment according to workplace OH&S practice is understood.
3.2 Lubrication, greasing, and other basic servicing of engine is carried out according to supervisor's instructions.
3.3 Routine adjustments and repairs are made to engine according to supervisor's instructions.
3.4 Work is conducted according to workplace OH&S practice and completed to supervisor's/clients satisfaction.
4. Complete basic repair workplace maintenance. / 4.1 Tools cleaned and stored according to workplace requirements.
4.2 Waste from maintenance activities is collected, stored and disposed of or recycled according to workplace requirements
4.3 Work area is cleaned and maintained according to workplace OH&S requirements.
4.4 Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to tools are reported to the supervisor according to workplace requirements.

RANGE AND CONTEXT

Variable / Range
  1. Small machines
/ Typical machines will be:
  • Small motorcycles up to nominal 250cc.(does not include larger high performance machines)
  • Small motorcycle based cargo tricycles up to nominal 500kg rated carrying capacity.
  • Walking tractors, cultivators and transport wagons up to a nominal 1,000kg rated carrying capacity.(does not include larger 4 wheel agricultural tractors).
  • Small mobile farm machinery – rice hullers, threshers, straw choppers etc.(does not include larger self-propelled harvesters and transport equipment)

  1. Tyres
/ May include, as fitted to all machines:
  • Tube
  • Tubeless
  • Radial
  • Directional

  1. Workplace
/ May include but not limited to:
  • Building designated as workshop at premises of workplace/employer.
  • Outside area at premises of workplace/employer.

  1. Procedures
/ Procedures for tyre repair will include:
  • Visual/aural/functional identification of defects;
  • Repair procedures in accordance with authorization and supervisor’s instructions

  1. Tools
/ May include:
  • Hand tools
  • Jacks, axle stands and supports
  • Tyre levers
  • Valve key
  • Compressor,
  • Tyre inflator, pressure gauge.

  1. Parts
/ May include:
  • Replacement tyres
  • Replacement tubes
  • Tube/tubeless repair kits
  • Replacement valves
  • Axle bolts, wheel nuts, studs

  1. Manuals and Technical Information.
/ May include:
  • Support and technical advice from senior qualified work colleagues and supervisor.
  • Installation data supplied with replacement parts.
  • Manufacturer/supplier technical data sheets and workshop manuals.

  1. OHS requirements
/ OH&S practice should be in line with any relevant national legislation, and/or codes of best practice and/or workplace Health and Safety policy.
May include:
  • Risk assessments to identify safe practice in relation to machine movements, manual and mechanical lifting, electrical safety, pedestrian access and movement on site
  • Safe practice in handling, storage and disposal of scrap tyres and tubes
  • use of personal protective equipment(PPE) where available in line with workplace practice

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Underpinning Knowledge / Underpinning Skill
Basic and general knowledge of:-
  • OH&S regulations/requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements
  • Understanding of dangers of working with tyre changing equipment
  • Types, characteristics and functions of tyres fitted to small machines.
  • Types, characteristics and functions of tools used in tyre fitting practice.
  • Understanding of tyre sidewall markings and directional specification when fitting tyres.
  • Safe practice with regard to the use of compressed air systems and maximum safe inflation pressures of tyres.
  • Safe practice with regard to environmentally sound disposal scrap tyres and tubes.
/
  • Obtain work instructions
Obtain, interpret and understand the work instructions.
  • Carry out routine tasks in accordance with Instructions
Establish safe and effective work processes to avoid or minimise reworking avoid wastage
  • Communicate effectively in the workplace
Communicate in simple language to enable confirmation of work requirements
  • Work with others and in a team
Work with others and in a team using co-operative approaches to optimise satisfaction and productivity
  • Numeracy skills
Perform basic calculations required to finish the tasks
  • Use of tools
Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity to use tools. Ability to recognise faults and defects with tools and equipment, and to understand workshop reporting procedures
Evidence may be collected through assessment methods such as:
  • Observation of practical performance
  • Inspection of finished work
  • Oral and/or written questions

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARD

Industry:METAL AND ENGINEERING

Occupation Title:SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

Competency Unit Code:ME-SE-104I1

Competency Unit:FOLLOW SAFETY AND HEALTH PROCEDURES

Unit Descriptor:

Competency Level : Level 1

Version No.:1

Date: April 2016

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCY STANDARD

Competency Unit Code: ME-SE-104I1
Competency Unit Title: FOLLOW THE SAFETY AND HEALTH PROCEDURE
Competency Elements
This competency unit consists of the following elements:
Element 1: Follow safe work practices
Element 2. Identify hazards and risks
Element 3. Follow emergency procedures

DESCRIPTION OF COMPETENCY ELEMENTS

Competency Elements / Performance Criteria[*]
  1. Follow safe work practices
/ 1.1Safety regulations and workplace safety and hazard control practices based on organization procedures are followed
1.2Hazards/risks in the workplace and their corresponding indicators to minimize or eliminate risks to co-workers, workplace and environment in accordance with organizational procedures are identified
1.3Contingency measures during the events of workplace accidents, fire and other emergencies in accordance with organizational procedures are complied
  1. Identify hazards and risks
/ 2.1OHS issues or concerns and identified workplace hazards to designated personnel in accordance with workplace requirements and relevant OHS legislation are reported
  1. Follow emergency procedures
/ 3.1Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) procedures for controlling hazards/risks in workplace are consistently followed.
3.2Procedures for dealing with workplace accidents, fire and emergencies in accordance with organizational OHS policies are followed
3.3Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are correctly used in accordance with organization’s OHS procedures and practices
3.4Appropriate assistance provided in the event of a workplace emergency in accordance with established organizational protocols

RANGE AND CONTEXT