CITY & GUILDS NPTC LEVEL 2 AWARD IN CHAINSAW MAINTENANCE (QCF) QAN 600/6160/1 VERSION 3 QUALIFICATION GUIDANCE Integrated Assessment Essential Qualification Information Not to be used by the Candidate during Assessment You will require some of this information to accurately complete the Record of Assessment (ROA) Qualification Group No Qualification Programme No 0 0 2 0 Forestry & Arboriculture Level 2 0 0 2 0 - 0 1 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance Unit 2 0 1 Carry out maintenance of a chainsaw and cutting system Learning Time (LT) 2 LT 15 (2 Credits) Recommended Assessment Duration 0 1 (* see note on page 2) 1.5 – 2 hours per Candidate City and Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) Qualification Guidance Introduction The scheme will be administered by City & Guilds City & Guilds will: Publish - Scheme regulations - Qualification guidance - Training materials - Trainers support materials Approve centres to co-ordinate and administer the scheme Set standards for the training of Verifiers and Assessors Recruit, train and deploy Verifiers Issue certificates to successful Candidates The Qualification The qualification will be awarded to Candidates who achieve the required level of competence in the units to which their certificate relates. What is the Qualifications and Credit Framework? OFQUAL have introduced the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) to increase flexibility for learners and employers. Qualifications may be built up from individual units according to rules of combination. The units are derived from the National Occupational Standards, which are compiled by Lantra SSC, the Sector Skills Council for the Land-based industries. * Learning Time (LT) Learning Time (LT) is a better indicator of the time requirement needed for a candidate to achieve competence in this qualification. It has replaced Guided Learning Hours (GLH) which are defined as “tutor or teacher led hours”. LT is defined as “a notional measure of the learning time a typical learner might be expected to take to complete and achieve all learning outcomes”. It takes into account prior learning and encompasses: formal learning (including classes, tutorials, on line tuition), coaching and mentoring, practical work, relevant IT activity, information retrieval, expected private study and revision, work-based activity which leads to assessment, practice to achieve competence, formative assessment, programme planning and feedback. Instruction Attendance at a course of instruction is not a pre-requisite for an application for an assessment but potential Candidates are strongly advised to ensure that they are up to the standards that will be expected of them when they are assessed. Access to Assessment Assessment centres will be responsible for arranging assessment on behalf of the Candidate. The minimum age limit for Candidates taking Certificates of Competence is 16 years. There is no upper age limit. The assessment is one Mandatory unit: Unit 201 Carry out maintenance of a chainsaw and cutting system Outcomes 1. Be able to work safely (1) (Criteria 1.1 – 1.5) 2. Be able to carry out maintenance of chainsaw and cutting system (2) (Criteria 2.1 – 2.6) 3. Be able to carry out operational chainsaw checks (3) (Criteria 3.1 – 3.3) 4. Know relevant health and safety legislation and industry good practice (4) (Criteria 4.1 – 4.5) 5. Know how to carry out maintenance of chainsaw and cutting system (5) (Criteria 5.1 – 5.7) Candidates must successfully achieve all assessment activities in the above unit. Quality Assurance Verification is a process of monitoring assessment; it is an essential check to confirm that the assessment procedures are being carried out in the way City & Guilds has laid down. The overall aim of verification is to establish a system of quality assurance that is acceptable in terms of both credibility and cost effectiveness. Approved Assessors will be subject to a regular visit by the verifier at a time when assessments are being undertaken. A selection of assessment reports completed by the Assessor will be evaluated by a City & Guilds approved verifier. Compliance with the verification requirements is a pre-requisite for Assessors remaining on the list of approved Assessors. After assessment has been completed the Qualification Guidance is to be forwarded to the centre and retained by the centre until after the annual centre visit has taken place by a Quality Systems Consultant (QSC). As part of the quality assurance process, a minimum of two observations are required to be undertaken for each qualification that is assessed by a Trainer/Assessor. These will be carried out by an internal Verifier appointed by the Centre. One observation will be conducted in the presence of the Quality Systems Consultant. In respect of risk management, there is an expectation that additional observations up to a maximum of four will be carried out for the inexperienced or newly qualified Trainer/Assessor or Assessors. 2 © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) Performance Evaluation The result of each assessment activity is evaluated against the following criteria: M= Met Meets or exceeds the assessment criteria by displaying a level of practical performance and/or underpinning knowledge. If the Criterion has been MET, a tick is to be put in the box provided in the left-hand column. NM = Not Met Does not satisfy the requirements of the assessment criteria, being unable to perform the practical task satisfactorily or safely or being deficient in underpinning knowledge. If the Criterion is NOT MET, a cross is to be put in the box provided in the left-hand column. Appeals and Equal Opportunities Centres must have their own auditable, appeals procedures. If a Candidate is not satisfied with the examination conditions or a Candidate feels the opportunity for examination is being denied, the Centre Manager should, in the first instance, address the problem. If, however the problem cannot be resolved, City & Guilds will arbitrate and an external verifier may be approached to offer independent advice. All appeals must be clearly documented by the Centre Manager and made available to the external verifier or City & Guilds if advice is required. Should occasions arise when centres are not satisfied with any aspect of the external verification process, they should contact Verification Services at City & Guilds. Access to the qualification is open to all, irrespective of gender, race, creed, age or special needs. The Centre Manager should ensure that no learner is subjected to unfair discrimination on any grounds in relation to access to assessment and to the fairness of the assessment. QCA requires City & Guilds to monitor centres to check whether equal opportunities policies are being adhered to. Additional Information May be sought from the relevant manufacturer’s operator manuals or any other appropriate training or safety publication. Questions should be related to the background or employment aspirations of the candidate and, where possible, product labels used should be representative of products typically used in that sector or industry. Candidates who undertake this assessment and have met the requirements are reminded of their legal obligation to receive/undertake appropriate additional training in the use of any equipment that differs from that used during the assessment, but which they are nevertheless qualified to use. Assessment Guidance for the Trainer/Assessor This qualification can be assessed by a Trainer who has trained the Candidate (a Trainer/Assessor) or by a third party (an Assessor) not directly involved with training of the Candidate providing they are suitably qualified and meet the requirements of the awarding body. Please see City & Guilds Centre Manual for guidance. It is envisaged that assessment will be carried out after all of the training has been completed. However assessment may take place at intervals after each ‘period’ of training and may be effectively integrated into the training programme. The Candidate must be informed when assessment is taking place in terms of when formal assessment commences and when its ceases. It is not permissible to assess whilst training is being carried out. Assessment must be a separate activity. Trainer/Assessors are reminded that assessment is a formal process. Assessment must be carried out using the Qualification Guidance. All relevant assessment criteria must be assessed against the criteria as specified in the Qualification Guidance. Assessment will be carried out by direct observation and by oral questioning of the Candidate. Where a specific number of responses are required these may include other suitable answers not specified if they are deemed to be correct by the Assessor. The performance of the Candidate is to be recorded on the Qualification Guidance as directed by completing the tick boxes. Space has been provided on the Qualification Guidance for the person assessing to record relevant information which can be utilised to provide feedback to the Candidate. Trainer/Assessors are reminded that feedback from the Candidate is required on the Record of Assessment that is sent to City & Guilds as part of the quality assurance process. After assessment has been completed the assessment schedule is to be forwarded to the centre and retained by the centre until after the annual centre visit has taken place by a Quality Systems Consultant (QSC). Re-assessment cannot take place until further training has been provided. The Candidate may only have a maximum of 3 attempts. Assessment Guidance for Candidate A list of registered assessment centres is available form City & Guilds Land Based Services. (www.nptc.org.uk) Assessment is a process by which it is confirmed that the candidate is competent in the unit(s) within the award to which the assessment relates. It is the process of collecting evidence about his/her capabilities and judging whether that evidence is sufficient to attribute competence. The Candidate must be registered through the City & Guilds approved assessment centre for this qualification prior to the assessment. The results of the assessment will be recorded on the Record of Assessment form (ROA). The qualification guidance contains criteria relating to: Observation of practical performance Assessment of underpinning knowledge © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) 3 Assessment and Site Requirements: The assessment for this award should ideally be undertaken under workshop conditions. Maintenance of the saw can be completed at the work site, if the saw can be held securely for sharpening and the assessment can be conducted effectively without compromising other site work activities. The candidate should be equipped with a chainsaw appropriate to their normal working environment in good condition with a maximum recommended guidebar length of 380mm (15”). The candidate should be equipped with the correct tools, equipment, product and maintenance manuals appropriate to the model of the saw to enable the chainsaw to be maintained and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidance. Maintenance sections of the assessment can be completed on components from other machinery if required. Sufficient working space must be provided to each learner to allow the assessment to be conducted effectively without comprising other work site or assessment activities. Assessors should complete a pre-use inspection of all work equipment intended to be used during the course of the assessment. Ensuring equipment meets the requirements of suitability in terms of size, condition, safety features etc. The candidate should be equipped with sufficient fuel and oil, appropriate to the make and model of the chainsaw. Warning signs must be erected as appropriate to risk assessment. Open outdoor area to allow the safe fuelling, starting and operational checks of machinery to be undertaken in accordance with industry good practice. Chainsaw Safe Practice At all times during the assessment, equipment must be used in accordance with industry good practice, whatever the task being carried out. 1. Assessors must hold a current ‘First Aid at Work’ Certificate. 2. All chainsaws used in assessments must comply with relevant Arboriculture and Forestry Advisory Group (AFAG) guidance and HSE Chainsaws at Work INDG317(rev1), in terms of safety features, and be a model and size suited to the task(s) required. 4. Recommended guide bar lengths should be observed, although variations may be accepted at the discretion of the assessor where this is appropriate to the task. 5. Candidates should be familiar with the machinery, equipment and tools that they are going to use. 6. During chainsaw based assessments a spare working chainsaw must be available. 7. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times by both the candidate and the assessor. All PPE used must comply with relevant AFAG guidance, industry good practice, Health and Safety Executive publications and current legal requirements in terms of specification and use. 8. A First Aid kit meeting current regulations, of the appropriate size for the number of persons on site, must be available, along with appropriate fire fighting and suitable welfare facilities e.g. hand cleansing wipes. 9. The use of personal first aid kits must be line with current industry good practice. 10. The assessor must ensure a site specific risk assessment has been carried out, sufficient control measures implemented and appropriate emergency procedures recorded. All recorded risk assessment information should be clearly legible and accessible to candidates and completed for all locations where assessment activities are scheduled to take place. 11. Manual handling techniques must comply with current legislation and industry good practice. 12. Any necessary permission must have been granted, and notifications made as appropriate. 13. All equipment being used for this assessment must comply with relevant legislative requirements. 14. Information may be sought from the relevant operator manuals or any other appropriate training or safety publication. 15. The current regulations for transport, handling and storage of fuel and oils must be complied with. 16. Provision must be made to avoid the risk of environmental pollution. 17. It is the responsibility of the assessor and the candidate to ensure that any additional requirements and provisions are met as relevant to this qualification. 18. At all times during the assessment, candidates must act in a way so as not to endanger themselves, the assessor or any other person or equipment. Work must be carried out to achieve the requirements of the assessment criteria in accordance with all relevant and current legislation and good practice guidance. 19. If required, relevant records must be accurately kept. 20. Appropriate steps should be taken to maintain effective teamwork in respect of other persons on site during the assessment. 21. Any appropriate item of machinery complying with current legal requirements is acceptable for the assessment, provided it is suitably equipped for all assessment activities to be carried out. 22. All equipment being used for this assessment must comply with the relevant requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998. 23. A breach of Health and Safety that puts any person at risk during the assessment process will result in the assessment being terminated and the Candidate not meeting the required standard. This may include taking steps to ensure effective communication and safety precautions. Published by City & Guilds Building 500 Abbey Park Stareton Warwickshire CV8 2LY T +44 (0)24 7685 7300 F +44 (0)24 7669 6128 www.nptc.org.uk e-mail: [email protected] City & Guilds is a registered charity established to promote education and training 4 © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) Candidate A Name: Date: Start Time: Duration: Candidate B Name: Date: Start Time: Duration: Candidate C Name: Date: Start Time: Duration: Candidate D Name: Date: Start Time: Duration: CRITERIA NUMBER ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 1.1 1 Identify the hazards and risks associated with the working area and the proposed work ASSESSOR GUIDANCE Identify three hazards and risks with the working area Identify three hazards and risks with the proposed work (RISK ASSESSMENT) 4.1 4 Outline key health and safety legislation and industry good practice (LEGISLATION) Outline two points from ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES CANDIDATE A B C D Identify hazards (anything with the potential to cause harm) and risks (who might be harmed and how), relevant to: the work area the work to be done Met Not Met X Outline key points from the legislation and industry good practice listed below: 4.2 4 Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA): general duties for employers and employees maintain safe places of work other ___________________________________ Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98) Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER): operators adequately trained equipment fit for purpose other ___________________________________ State one point Arboriculture Forestry Advisory Group (AFAG) / Forestry Industry Safety Accord (FISA) Arboriculture Forestry Advisory Group (AFAG) / Forestry Industry Safety Accord (FISA) information: providers of industrial good practice other ___________________________________ State five emergency procedures Emergency procedures relevant to a work site may include: location name grid reference designated meeting place site location name nearest access point street name/district type of access (public road/light vehicles, fourwheel drive) suitable helicopter landing area phone number of nearest doctor location of nearest accident and emergency hospital and phone number works manager contact details your own contact number/mobile number other ___________________________________ 1.3 1 (EMERGENCY PROCEDURES) Work in a way which maintains health and safety and is consistent with relevant legislation and industry good practice Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Met Not Met X Outline the emergency procedures relevant to the working area Assessor to observe Met Not Met X all activities must be completed in a way which protects the operator and those around him or her © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) Met Not Met X 5 CRITERIA NUMBER ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 1.4 Carry out work to minimise environmental damage 1 1.2 1 ASSESSOR GUIDANCE Assessor to observe ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES (ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS) Use appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) CANDIDATE A B C D It is ensured that any possible environmental damage is minimised at all times during chainsaw maintenance activities Met Not Met X Assessor to observe and risk assess all tools, equipment and Personal Protective Equipment is used in line with industry good practice Met Not Met X The importance of maintaining chainsaws to manufacturers recommendations may include: safe to use reduces machinery repair downtime other ___________________________________ Met Not Met X (TOOLS, EQUIPMENT & PPE) 5.6 5 Explain why it is important to maintain chainsaws to manufacturer’s recommendations Explain one reason (MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATIONS) 5.1 5 Explain the function (s) of all the safety features State all (EXPLAIN SAFETY FEATURES) Explain the function of all chainsaw safety features: on/off switch – stops engine combined chain brake and front hand guard – stops the chain rotating and protects the hand exhaust - directing away from the operator rear chain breakage guard – protects the rear hand chain with low- kickback characteristics – reduces kickback anti-vibration mounts – reduces vibration throttle trigger lockout – stops accidental throttle operation guide bar cover – protects and covers chain catcher – catches a derailed chain hand/eye/ear defender symbols – provides mandatory information Met Not Met X 2.1 2 Check all safety features on the chainsaw are present and not damaged Assessor to observe (IDENTIFY SAFETY FEATURES) All safety features are present and not damaged in line with HSE Chainsaws at Work INDG317: on/off switch combined chain brake and front hand guard exhaust (directing away from the operator) rear chain breakage guard chain with low- kickback characteristics anti-vibration mounts throttle trigger lockout guide bar cover chain catcher safety decals, hand/eye/ear defender symbols Met Not Met X 5.7 5 State steps to be taken when a chainsaw is not repairable, faulty or nonoperational State two responses (FAULTY CHAINSAW) 2.2 2 Select appropriate maintenance tools for the power unit and cutting systems in accordance with operators handbook Assessor to observe Steps to take when a chainsaw is not repairable, faulty or non-operational may include: labelling of the chainsaw and removing from service operator maintenance arranging for repair of the chainsaw Met Not Met X appropriate tools for the maintenance of both the chainsaw power unit and guidebar/chain are selected (SELECT TOOLS) 6 © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) Met Not Met X CRITERIA NUMBER ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 5.2 Explain the function and maintenance requirements of individual components 5 spark plug air filter chainbrake cooling system exhaust system clutch/drive system sprocket starter mechanism greasing/lubrication guide bar chain fuel and oil filters (EXPLAIN MAINTENANCE) ASSESSOR GUIDANCE ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES CANDIDATE A B C D All aspects explained colour of spark plug deposits is to be mentioned Spark plug: provides ignition, maintenance may include inspection, cleaning and checking of electrode gap. Comment made upon colour of spark plug deposits Air filter: prevents debris entering the carburettor and helps maintain the correct air/fuel ratio, maintenance may include inspection and thorough cleaning Chainbrake: stops the chain, maintenance may include inspection of the chainbrake system, cleaning or replacement Cooling system: keeps the engine cool and prevents the engine from overheating. Maintenance may include inspection, and cleaning Exhaust system: directs fumes away from the operator, maintenance may include inspection, security of nuts/bolts and removal of residue Clutch/drive system: provides drive to the chain; maintenance may include inspection, cleaning and removal of the clutch Sprocket: drives/pushes the chain along the guidebar, maintenance may include inspection and replacement due to wear exceeding manufacturers tolerances Starter mechanism: engages the flywheel, maintenance may include cleaning, inspection Greasing/lubrication: may help prevent excessive wear of components Guidebar: carries the chain; maintenance may include inspection, general upkeep, cleaning or replacement Chain: carries the cutting components; maintenance may include inspection and sharpening Fuel and oil filters: prevent debris entering engine components, maintenance may include cleaning as appropriate or replacement Met Not Met X © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) 7 CRITERIA NUMBER ASSESSMENT CRITERIA ASSESSOR GUIDANCE 2.3 Maintain power unit in accordance with operators handbook using appropriate tools The candidate is to be questioned about sprocket/clutch removal along with oil and fuel filter maintenance rather than actually perform the replacement 2 (MAINTAIN POWER UNIT) ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES CANDIDATE A B C D Spark plug: engine cover and spark plug removed plug cleaned or replaced as necessary wear/damage assessed gap size checked and set if necessary Air filter: excess debris removed from around filter prior to removal filter removed, protecting carburettor filter inspected maintained and cleaned appropriate to condition filter refitted correctly Chainbrake: clear debris from chain brake mechanism /clutch housing chain brake band checked for wear Cooling system: remove covers where appropriate and remove excess debris from fins and cylinder Exhaust system: check all nuts and bolts for security remove excess residue from the silencer Clutch/drive system Inboard clutch: remove retaining clip dismantle sprocket assembly sprocket checked for wear and condition clean crankshaft stub and grease needle cage where appropriate re-assemble Outboard clutch: if appropriate piston locked as per manufactures guidance unscrew clutch weights according to manufacturer’s guidance clean crankshaft stub and grease needle cage where appropriate re-assemble Sprocket: sprocket checked for wear and condition Starter mechanism: starter cover removed and air ways cleared cord and coil spring tension released cord inspected for wear cord and coil spring re-tensioned re-coil checked to ensure spring tension is correctly applied pull toggle checked for security Greasing/lubrication (as appropriate): greasing of component parts as appropriate Fuel and oil filter: fuel/oil cap removed filter located and removed where applicable from tank using appropriate tool condition of filter determined cleaning procedures using non-flammable detergents followed by rinsing and drying or replacement as appropriate Met Not Met X 8 © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) CRITERIA NUMBER ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 5.5 Identify different chain types and their application 5 ASSESSOR GUIDANCE Two types identified (CUTTER TYPES) ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES CANDIDATE A B C D Cutter types may include: chisel chain semi-chisel chain Application: accuracy and control timber type Met Not Met X 5.4 5 Explain how to select the correct filing information for chain and why this is necessary (FILING INFORMATION) Learners are expected to talk through the file selection and sharpening process with the assessor and are only expected to obtain the filing information required for their chain Explain two reasons filing angles Reasons for maintaining correct filing angles may include: enhances cutting performance ensures chain is sharpened as per manufacturers recommendations other ___________________________________ Explain how to select the correct file size and identify the required sharpening angles through use of manufacturers information 2.4 2 (MAINTAIN BAR & CHAIN) Explain one reason cutter length Equal cutter length prevents: increased vibration inaccurate cutting increased risk of kick back other ___________________________________ Explain two reasons depth gauge The correct depth gauge setting: reduces the risk of kick back reduces chain vibration achieves optimum cutting speed other ___________________________________ Met Not Met X Maintain cutting system in accordance with operators handbook using appropriate tools Assessor to observe In accordance with the manufacturers recommendations guidebar maintenance should include: identification of uneven and damaged rails and maintain as appropriate checking the straightness of bar checking the bar groove depth identification of any blueing, cracking and burring removal of burrs clearing the bar groove and oil holes inspecting the sprocket nose for security and condition greasing the bar nose sprocket if applicable turning the bar following maintenance to reduce wear In accordance with the manufacturers recommendations chain maintenance should include: checking cutters for damage and selecting the first cutter to sharpen having the chain secured in a chain vice or on bar in a bench vice or timber vice selecting and using a file of the correct size with a handle fitted to sharpen all of the cutters maintenance of top and side plate angles throughout sharpening of the whole chain ensuring a consistent cutter length is maintained removing burrs when applicable maintaining the height and profile of depth gauges Met Not Met X © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) 9 CRITERIA NUMBER 5.3 5 ASSESSMENT CRITERIA Describe the problems encountered when chain and guide bar are worn, damaged or poorly maintained ASSESSOR GUIDANCE Describe three for guide bar (BAR & CHAIN PROBLEMS) Describe three for chain ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES CANDIDATE A B C D Problems that may be encountered when a guidebar is worn, damaged or poorly maintained may include: chainsaw does not cut in a straight line over-heating of the guidebar poor lubrication of the chain increased chain, bar and sprocket wear other ___________________________________ Problems that may be encountered when a chain is worn, damaged or poorly maintained may include: poor cutting performance/reduced efficiency saw not cutting in straight line increased risk of kick back increased wear to chain, bar and sprocket increased risk of chain breakage increased vibration and thus the risk of ‘white finger’ other ___________________________________ Met Not Met X 2.5 2 Reassemble chainsaw and cutting system to functional/operational standard Assessor to carry out a physical inspection of the chainsaw following maintenance upon completion of maintenance activities the chainsaw including the bar and chain is reassembled in line with the operators handbook Met Not Met X (RE-ASSEMBLE SAW) 2.6 2 1.5 1 4.4 4 Clean and tidy working area Assessor to observe (CLEAN WORK AREA) Dispose of waste safely in line with legislation Assessor to observe (WASTE DISPOSAL) maintenance area is left in a clean and tidy state with tools and equipment appropriately cleared away Describe two methods (WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS) 4.5 4 (CHAINSAW PPE) Assessor to observe each person should carry a personal first aid kit including a large wound dressing all PPE should conform to CE/EN standards and display a chainsaw pictogram where appropriate Met Not Met X 10 © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) Appropriate PPE for chainsaw operations will include: chainsaw safety trousers chainsaw safety boots safety helmet eye and ear protection gloves appropriate for the task non-snag outer clothing Disposal of waste from maintenance activities may include: use of designated waste/recycle bins waste oils placed in approved containers for disposal other ___________________________________ all waste produced from maintenance activities is disposed of in line with legislation, good practice and/or site requirements Met Not Met X Identify appropriate personal protective equipment Met Not Met X Met Not Met X Describe the correct methods for disposing of waste CRITERIA NUMBER ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 4.3 Describe how environmental damage can be caused and minimised 4 ASSESSOR GUIDANCE Describe one cause (ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE) Describe one prevention 3.1 3 3.2 3 Carry out pre-start checks and setting of the machine for use Assessor to observe (PRE START CHECKS) Demonstrate safe starting of the chainsaw Assessor to observe (START CHAINSAW) ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES CANDIDATE A B C D Environmental damaged may be caused by: incorrect storage of fuel and oil defective machinery poor work practices other __________________________________ Environmental damage may be prevented by: following principles of industry good practice good housekeeping appropriately trained operators other ___________________________________ Met Not Met X Pre start checks and setting of the machine to include: chain tension and condition checked for safe and effective use safety features checked for condition and function external nuts and bolts checked for security chainsaw contains sufficient fuel and chain oil for operations Met Not Met X The safe starting procedure of a chainsaw should include: correct PPE worn remove guidebar cover place saw on ground, where appropriate, ensuring no debris can catch the chain secure rear handle controls set as recommended by the manufacturer ensure chain brake set according to manufacturer’s recommendations adopt safe stance find compression pulling starter cord sharply and firmly choke released, if applicable half throttle released when engine runs Met Not Met X 3.3 3 Demonstrate post operational checks (OPERATIONAL CHECKS) Assessor to observe If any of the post start checks identify the chainsaw as unfit for use, it must not be used for the assessment Post starting checks of a chainsaw should include: ensuring the saw chain stops when the engine revs return to idle ensuring the chain brake functions according to the manufacturer’s specification ensuring the stop switch works correctly ensuring lubrication to the guide bar and chain is working properly Met Not Met X © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF) 11 Summary of Assessment (The Assessor is to complete the following as appropriate) Candidate has met all of the assessment criteria Tick Candidate A Signed: Candidate has met all of the assessment criteria Candidate B Candidate has met all of the assessment criteria Tick Candidate C Candidate has met all of the assessment criteria Tick Candidate D Tick The Candidate has not met all of the assessment criteria; (state reason(s)) Tick The Candidate has not met all of the assessment criteria; (state reason(s)) Tick Date: Tick Signed: The Candidate has not met all of the assessment criteria; (state reason(s)) Date: Signed: Tick Date: Signed: The Candidate has not met all of the assessment criteria; (state reason(s)) Date: For use by Internal Verifier ONLY if the assessment process was internally verified (Internal Verifier to complete ONE of the boxes below) I observed an assessment process taking place and I am satisfied that the assessment was conducted in line with the qualification requirements and that the judgement of the Assessor was appropriate. Tick I observed an assessment process taking place. The following were noted as areas of concern. Tick Signed: Date: 12 © City & Guilds 2016 Reproduction of this document in whole or in part is forbidden without prior consent of City & Guilds City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance (QCF)
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