Automotive Mechatronics Technology  ·  Level 6
Workshop Technology Principles
Chapter 10: Perform housekeeping
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⚑ What you will be able to do

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  • clean and organize your work area safely and neatly according to workplace rules
  • separate and dispose of waste correctly following disposal guidelines
  • carry out housekeeping tasks thoroughly following workplace requirements

These skills help you maintain a safe and efficient workspace, which is essential for success in any trade.

Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Sweeping and clearing workshop floor

Automotive Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
Workshop Technology Principles
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 3 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Sweep and clear all debris from a 5m by 5m workshop floor area maintaining cleanliness and dispose of the debris into the waste bin provided.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
BroomSafety boots
DustpanOverall/Overcoat
Waste binGloves
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Broom1 Pc per Candidate
2Dustpan1 Pc per Candidate
3Waste bin (60 Litre capacity)1 Pc per Workstation
4Safety boots1 Pair per Candidate
5Overall/Overcoat1 Pc per Candidate
6Gloves1 Pair per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Perform housekeeping by sweeping and clearing workshop floor
Wore safety boots correctly
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Wore overall/overcoat correctly
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Wore gloves correctly
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Assembled tools and equipment at the workplace
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Swept the entire 5m x 5m workshop floor area methodically
(Award 1 mark for each completed 1.5m x 5m section swept)
3
Collected and cleared all debris using dustpan without leaving residues
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Disposed debris properly into the waste bin
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Maintained safe working posture and movements during sweeping
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Cleaned and stored tools after use
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Sub-Total12
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Workshop floor area (5m x 5m) swept clean with no visible debris or dust
(Award up to 5 marks based on cleanliness and completeness)
5
Debris properly collected and disposed into waste bin with no spillage
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Tools returned and stored neatly
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL22
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Organize and Store Workshop Tools in Designated Areas

Automotive Mechatronics Technology · Level 6
Workshop Technology Principles
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Organize and store a complete set of hand tools and measuring instruments in the provided tool storage cabinet measuring 900mm wide x 450mm deep x 1200mm high as per workshop standards.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Screwdrivers setTool storage cabinet with drawers and hooks
Spanners set (Metric and Imperial)Cleaning cloths
Pliers setLabel stickers
Measuring tape 5 mPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Safety boots and overall
Steel ruler 300 mm
Spirit level 600 mm
Permanent marker pen
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Screwdrivers set1 set per Candidate
2Spanners set (Metric and Imperial)1 set per Candidate
3Pliers set1 set per Candidate
4Measuring tape 5 m1 pc per Candidate
5Steel ruler 300 mm1 pc per Candidate
6Spirit level 600 mm1 pc per Candidate
7Tool storage cabinet with drawers and hooks1 pc per Candidate
8Cleaning cloths3 pcs per Candidate
9Label stickers1 sheet per Candidate
10Permanent marker pen1 pc per Candidate
11Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Safety boots and overall1 set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Perform Housekeeping by Organizing and Storing Tools
Wore personal protective equipment appropriately (Safety boots and overall)
(Award 1 mark each for safety boots and overall worn correctly)
2
Cleaned all tools and measuring instruments before storage
(Award 2 marks if all tools cleaned properly, else zero)
2
Sorted tools according to type and size
(Award 1 mark each for screwdrivers, spanners, and pliers sorted correctly)
3
Arranged tools neatly in designated drawers and hooks in the storage cabinet
(Award 1 mark each for tools arranged in drawers, hooks, and measuring instruments placement)
3
Labeled storage compartments clearly using permanent marker and label stickers
(Award 2 marks if all compartments labeled legibly and correctly)
2
Ensured tools are accessible and easy to retrieve
(Award 2 marks if tools are arranged for easy access and safety)
2
Disposed of cleaning waste and cloths properly following workshop waste management
(Award 1 mark for proper disposal and housekeeping)
1
Completed the entire task within the allocated 4 hours
(Award 1 mark if task completed within time)
1
Sub-Total16
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Tool storage cabinet arranged with all tools stored properly and labeled
(Award 3 marks if all tools are stored correctly, labels are clear, and cabinet is tidy)
3
Tools are clean, undamaged, and arranged by type and size
(Award 3 marks if tools are clean and correctly organized)
3
Storage cabinet is accessible and safe with no clutter or obstruction
(Award 2 marks if cabinet is easily accessible and safe)
2
Labels match the tools stored in each compartment accurately
(Award 2 marks if all labels correspond correctly to stored tools)
2
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL26
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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Am I competent?

At the start of this chapter we promised you would be able to:

  • clean and organize your work area safely and neatly according to workplace rules
  • separate and dispose of waste correctly following disposal guidelines
  • carry out housekeeping tasks thoroughly following workplace requirements

Tick each one you can genuinely do.

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