DCI 01.

On-job Assessment
Health & safety, tools & equipment in your workplace

Trainee Name:

Company/Employer:

National Student Number: Student ID:

Phone: Email:

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Introduction
In this assessment
This assessment requires you to answer questions about Health and Safety and tools & equipment
you use in your workplace.
Please answer all the questions. Write your answers clearly and in pen, not pencil.

Assessor sign-off
You should give this assessment to your assessor for them to mark.

Next steps
1. Complete the front page of this assessment.
2. Answer all the questions.
3. Sign the ‘Trainee sign off’ section of this assessment, to confirm this is your own work.
4. Give your mentor this assessment.
5. Once your assessor has signed off the assessment, make a copy of your assessment and
evidence.
6. Send your assessment into ETCO for processing. Refer to the Trainee Guide, or speak to
your ETCO Mentor if you are due to see them.

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1. Use and maintain hand tools

Question 1.1
Write the names of fifteen (15) different hand tools that you have used in your workplace. (16407 1.1)
Examples of hand tools could be: Knife, cold chisel, wood chisel, hacksaw, wood saw, hole-saw, file, twist drill bits, auger
drill bits, high-speed wood bits, rule, tape measure, adjustable and fixed spanners, socket sets, Allen keys, spline-driver,
combination pliers, long-nose pliers, side cutters (diagonal cutters), vice-grips, poly-grips (multi-grips), screwdrivers (flat,
Phillips, Square-drive and Posi-Drive), hammer, crimp tool.

Hand tools used

1.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

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Question 1.2
List three features that you consider when selecting what tool to use for a job. (16407 1.1)

Features about the tool

1.

2.

3.

Question 1.3
List two examples of how you had to consider the work requirement when selecting what hand tool
to use for a job (for example: the type of material, or risk of damage to the work). (16407 1.1)

Tool choice based on work requirement examples

1.

2.

Question 1.4
What additional precautions do you take when using hand tools near live equipment? (16407 1.3)

Question 1.5
List three maintenance activities that you complete to help keep your hand tools in good condition.
(16407 2.1)

Maintenance of hand tools is achieved by

1.

2.

3.

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2. Use and maintain power tools

Question 2.1
Write the names of four (4) different power tools that you have used in your workplace. (16407 3.1)
Examples could be: electric drill, portable electric saw, bench grinder, angle grinder, cordless screw driver, cordless drill.

Power tools used

1. 2.

3. 4.

Question 2.2
List five checks that you complete to ensure your power tools are safe to use. (16407 3.1)

Power tool checks

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Question 2.3
Give an example of when you have used an isolating transformer, or RCD. Why was it important to
use it in this situation? (16407 3.4)

Question 2.4
How do you store cords/hoses to avoid strain, twists and kinks? (16407 4.2)

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3. Sources of harm

Question 3.1
Provide an example from your own workplace to explain how each of the following could potentially
harm a person either physically or mentally. Physical or mental harm could be in terms of injury,
health effects (acute and chronic), and quality of life. (17602 1.1)

Potential source of Example of source in own workplace.

harm How this would affect a person either physically or mentally.
For example: Lifting heavy machinery could cause back strain and prevent someone
from working. This would affect their income.

Handling

Machinery

Processes

Workplace conditions

Question 3.2
The following sources of harm relate to their impact on the environment. Provide an example from
your own workplace for something that could potentially harm the environment in each way listed
below. For each example, explain what the impact would be on the future. (17602 1.2)

Potential source of Example of source in own workplace and impact on the future
harm
For example: Toxic waste material needs to be disposed correctly so that it can be
treated and made safe. By not doing this it would put toxic material in the ground.
Pollution (air, land,
water, noise)

Physical damage

Overuse of resources

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Question 3.3
The following potential sources of harm relate to their impact on organisations.
Provide an example for each of the following potential sources of harm and what that would mean
for the future of the organisation. (17602 1.3)

Potential source of Example and what this would mean to the organisation
harm

Loss of equipment/
tools

Lost production
(not able to do as much
work as before)

Loss of resources
(such as labour,
materials)

What would happen if

the organisation was
not working legally?

Market share / more

companies offering the
same services

Question 3.4
How do you think insurance would help with the above potential sources of harm? (17602 1.3)

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4. Safety clothing and equipment

Question 4.1
Write the names of three (3) approved items of safety clothing and equipment that you have used in
your workplace. For each item, briefly explain why you have to use/wear it. (29429 3.1)
Examples of safety clothing and equipment could be: safety shoes, overalls, eye protection, safety helmets, rubber gloves,
rubber mats, safety harness.

Safety clothing and equipment used Why it needs to be used/worn

1.

3.

Question 4.2
Briefly explain why metallic items and synthetics must not be worn while working near live
equipment or conductors. (29429 3.2)

Question 4.3
Briefly explain why hair needs to be contained (tied up if long) and loose clothing should not be
worn when working on machinery? (29429 3.3)

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5. Fire prevention

Question 5.1
What are the main possible causes of fire in your workplace? (29429 4.1)

Question 5.2
What are you advised to do if you see a fire on site? (29429 4.2)

Question 5.3
List the different types of fire extinguishers found in your workplace (state the fuel type in the
extinguisher). For each one listed, provide the colour of the band on the extinguisher, tick if it is
suitable to be used for electrical fires, or state what it should be used for. (29429 4.3, 4.4)

Fire extinguisher Suitable for electrical If not, what type of fire

Band colour
fuel type fires?  can you use it on?

Question 5.4
Why do you think different extinguishers have different colour bands? (29429 4.3)

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6. Avoiding injury

Question 6.1
Give an example of how maintaining correct posture helps you to avoid injury when moving loads.
(29429 5.1)

Question 6.2
Give an example of how each of the following help to minimise accidents and injury in your work
area. (29429 5.2)

Activity How does this help minimise accidents and injury?

1. Adjusting table and bench height

2. Clearing the floor area.

3. Ensuring sufficient headroom

4. Arranging work tables

5. Maintaining tidy workmanship

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7. Managing dangerous situations

Question 7.1
Which of the following procedures have you used to identify hazards in your workplace? (17602 4.1)

I have done this

Procedure to identify
hazards

Task analysis (or Job Safety Analysis).

Identifying potential hazards for each step of the job to recommend the
safest way to do the job.
Behaviour analysis
Looking at the behaviour of employees to reduce injuries by promoting safe
work practices.
Environment analysis
Identifying legal requirements, such as compliance, workplace safety, or
any resource management requirements.
‘What if’ analysis
Looking at the process to identify what could go wrong and the potential
consequences.
Fault tree analysis
Looking at the logical relationship between events and the causes leading
to that failure.
Accident and incident investigations
Reviewing previous near misses, injuries and/or property/product damages
to review processes and control hazards
Documentation and reporting
Reporting unsafe acts or conditions so that new hazards are identified and
controlled and potential hazards can be managed.

Question 7.2
Briefly explain your company requirements when completing three of the above hazard
identification procedures. (17602 4.1)

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Question 7.3
How should you communicate and report dangerous situations in your workplace? (29429 2.2)

Question 7.4
What is meant by a ‘competent person’? (29429 2.3)

Question 7.5
List two work situations where at least two competent persons are required for safety reasons. For
each situation, explain what each person is required to do. (29429 2.3)

Work situation Person 1 Person 2

1.

2.

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8. Hazardous substances

Question 8.1
List three (3) hazardous substances that you may find at your work site.
For each hazardous substance listed, briefly describe how you should deal with the hazard in terms
of reporting / removing / handling / storing / disposal and the HSE Act. (17602 2.1, 29429 6.2)
Examples of hazardous substances you may find in your workplace could be: sodium and mercury from metal vapour
lamps, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) from older transformers and capacitors, or anything else in your workplace that
you treat as a hazardous substance.

Reporting / removing / handling / storing / disposal

Hazardous substance
requirements

Question 8.2
What does the term ‘all practicable steps’ as mentioned in the HSE Act mean? (17602 2.2)

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Question 8.3
Provide an example of using each of these hazard control methods in your workplace. (17602 3.1)

Hazard control method Workplace example

Elimination

Isolation

Minimisation

Question 8.4
Briefly describe your organisation’s procedure(s) for monitoring the effectiveness of hazard control
methods. (17602 3.2)
Methods could include: inspection, passport to work, incidents, reports, ongoing review of safety and health performance.

Question 8.5
Briefly describe your organisation’s procedure for dealing with a hazardous substance spill. (29429 6.3)

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Question 8.6
Complete the table below. For each symbol, identify the meaning of the symbol and the dangers
and safeguards required. (29429 6.4)

Sign Meaning

Dangers

Safeguards

Meaning

Dangers

Safeguards

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9. Using ladders safely

Question 9.1
Mark the following statements about using ladders safely as either yes/true or no/false. (29429 7.1)

Using ladders safely Yes/True No/False

1. When using a step ladder you should never stand on the

top two steps. ✔
2. It is acceptable to maintain two points of contact with a
ladder when stretching to reach the work area.

3. Metal or wire-reinforced ladders should never be used

near live equipment.

4. The top step of the ladder should be used for storing

tools that you are not using.

5. You should do as much preparation work as possible on

the ground before climbing the ladder.

6. The ‘four-to-one rule’ means that straight ladders should

be 1m out at the base for every 4m of height.

7. Ladders should be set up on stable ground and all the

stabilising stays and locking clips/arms should be
engaged securely.

8. An assistant at the base of the ladder should be heavier

than the person on the ladder.

9. Where side-on loading cannot be avoided it is

acceptable to tie the steps to a secure point to prevent
them from tipping over.

10. If steps are not secure you should consider using other
access equipment.

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Question 9.2
Briefly explain how each of the following potential ladder defects could create a dangerous situation.
(29429 7.2)

Potential ladder defect How this could be dangerous

Cracks

Splinters

Operation of working
parts

Bending

Missing or loose bolts

and/or rivets

Question 9.3
Briefly describe your organisation’s requirements for maintaining and storing ladders in your
workplace. (29429 7.3)

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10. Safety tags

Question 10.1
For each type of safety tag listed below. List the purpose and when you would use each type of
safety tag. (29429 8.1)

Safety tag Purpose and use

Danger / Warning /
Beware / Caution

Out-of-service tags

Hold cards

Other in-house tags

Question 10.2
Give an example of where you would use the ‘multiple-trade/multiple tag system’. (29429 8.3)

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11. Associated equipment

Question 11.1
List three (3) items of associated equipment that is provided and maintained by your employer.
(29429 9.1)

Associated equipment used

1.

2.

3.

Question 11.2
Who in your workplace is responsible for testing and inspecting the associated equipment? (29429 9.2)

Question 11.3
What responsibilities do you have when using the associated equipment?
(Refer to Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010, Section 15 (2)) (29429 9.3)

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Trainee sign off

Sign before giving this assessment and evidence to your mentor

Trainee name: Student ID:

NSN:

Declaration:
I confirm that all the evidence submitted with this assessment is my own work and has been
verified by my workplace verifier.
I understand that there is an appeals process if I am not happy with the assessment decision.

Signature: Date:

Note:
It is a good idea to keep a copy of this assessment and all supporting evidence before giving
them to your mentor.

I have:
‫ ܆‬Completed the front page of this assessment.
‫ ܆‬Answered all the questions.
‫ ܆‬Signed the ‘Trainee sign off’ section of this assessment, to confirm the answers are my
own work.

‫ ܆‬Made a copy of my assessment and evidence

Now hand this assessment to your mentor.

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Assessor to complete & sign

New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory and Practice (Trade) (Level 4)
DCI 01.1 - Health & Safety, tools & equipment in your workplace

Trainee name: Student ID:

NSN:

Assessment Achieved

All questions answered correctly

Trainee has signed the assessment (previous page)

Assessor’s feedback to trainee

I confirm that the trainee has completed this assessment competently. The work shows a level of
competence that is appropriate for the unit standard.

Assessor name: Assessor number:

Signature: Date:

Email:

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Reporting information (ETCO Use Only)

New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory and Practice (Trade) (Level 4)
DCI 01.1 - Health & Safety, tools & equipment in your workplace
By showing competence in this assessment the trainee can be awarded the following Unit Standard
outcomes:

Unit Standard Outcome

Unit Standard 16407 (v7) Use and maintain hand and power
tools for electrical work (Level 3, Credits 3)
PART UNIT STANDARD ONLY

Unit Standard 17602 (v4) Apply hazard identification and risk

assessment procedures in the workplace (Level 3, Credits 2)
PART UNIT STANDARD ONLY

Unit Standard 29429 (v2) Demonstrate and apply knowledge of

safe practices in an electrical workplace (Level 4, Credits 2)
PART UNIT STANDARD ONLY

Note: Trainee will need to complete more than one assessment to obtain full Unit Standards, where
only part units are listed above.
Only completion of full Unit Standards will show on the NZQA Record of Learning. Partial
completion is monitored through ETCO.

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