Operate small plant and equipment

This unit teaches you how to safely operate small plant and equipment in the resources and infrastructure industries. You will learn to prepare for work by conducting pre-operational checks, identifying hazards, and selecting the right equipment for the task. You will also cover how to start up, shut down, and operate small plant items correctly, as well as how to clean, store, and carry out basic maintenance on equipment after use. This unit suits people working or looking to work in civil construction, mining, or related site-based roles where small plant such as compactors, generators, pumps, jackhammers, or hand-held power tools are part of everyday work. If you are new to site work and need a formal foundation in equipment operation, or if you are an experienced worker who needs to document existing skills, this unit is relevant to you. After completing this unit, you will be able to select and prepare small plant for a job, operate it safely in line with site procedures and manufacturer instructions, respond to equipment faults, and complete the required documentation. These are practical, hands-on skills that apply directly to day-to-day work on construction and resources sites.