This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain a range of work areas, including preparing tools, equipment and machinery, maintaining a clean and safe workplace and maintaining structures and workplace surroundings.

The unit applies to individuals who are required to maintain the workplace while working alongside a supervisor, exercising limited autonomy within established and well-known parameters. They identify and seek help with simple problems.

All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures, and health and safety in the workplace requirements.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.