Unit Code Unit Title
PLB-02 Identify and Use Plumbing Tools and Equipment

Nominal Hours: 20
Unit Descriptor:
Covers identification, safe use, and maintenance of hand and power tools used in plumbing.

Elements | Performance Criteria

Elements Performance Criteria
1. Identify tools and equipment 1.1 Identify plumbing hand and power tools.
1.2 Select correct tools for task.
1.3 Check tool condition.
2. Use tools safely and effectively 2.1 Operate tools according to instructions.
2.2 Apply correct techniques.
2.3 Maintain safe work practices.
3. Maintain and store tools 3.1 Clean tools after use.
3.2 Store tools correctly.
3.3 Report damaged or faulty tools.

Range of Variables

Variables Range
Tools Pipe wrenches, cutters, pliers, augers, power drills, threading machines, torches.
Equipment Pipe benders, test pumps, inspection cameras.
Maintenance Cleaning, lubrication, inspection, reporting faults.

Evidence Guide

Area Details
1. Critical aspects of competency Correctly identifies, uses, and maintains a range of plumbing tools and equipment.
2. Underpinning knowledge Tool types/functions, safe operation, maintenance procedures.
3. Underpinning Skills Tool identification, safe handling, maintenance, storage.
4. Underpinning attitudes Care for equipment, responsibility, safety awareness.
5. Resource Implications Range of plumbing tools and equipment, maintenance materials.
6. Methods of Assessment Practical demonstration, questioning, tool inspection, supervisor feedback.
7. Context of Assessment Real/simulated plumbing environment with access to tools and equipment.

Foundation skills

Skills DESCRIPTION
Reading Interpret tool manuals and maintenance schedules.
Numeracy Measure and select tools by size/type.
Problem Solving Address tool malfunctions or improper use.

Target Audience

Target Audience Description
Plumbing apprentices, workers Individuals required to use plumbing tools and equipment.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL Available Yes

Pre-Requisit

Pre-Requisite None