Unit Award Scheme

117734 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE: USE OF POWER TOOLS

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1be safe, conscious of surroundings and careful when using power toolsSummary sheet
2use at least two power tools safely on siteSummary sheet
3correctly identify the correct power tool for given grounds work jobs on siteSummary sheet

shown knowledge of

4at least three items of personal protective equipment to be worn when using power toolsSummary sheet
5how to check a power tool prior to useSummary sheet
6why it is important to keep blades and drill bits sharpenedSummary sheet
7who is contracted to repair power toolsSummary sheet
8why grounds maintenance staff should not attempt to repair a defective power toolSummary sheet
9how to check whether a power tool is in good working order prior to rentingSummary sheet
10why grounds maintenance staff should always read and become familiar with a power tool's manual before using it for the first timeSummary sheet

experienced

11using power tools as a member of a grounds maintenance teamSummary sheet
12working as a member of a ground maintenance team for a minimum of three months.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 16 August 2022Level - Level One