Medical Engineer OS Level 6

REPUBLIC OF KENYA

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS

FOR

MEDICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST
LEVEL 6
TVET CDACC
P.O. BOX 15745-00100
NAIROBI
First published 2019
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Email: [email protected]
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FOREWORD
The provision of quality education and training is fundamental to the Government’s overall
strategy for social economic development. Quality education and training will contribute to
achievement of Kenya’s development blueprint, Vision 2030 and sustainable development goals.
Reforms in the education sector are necessary for the achievement of Kenya Vision 2030 and
meeting the provisions of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. The education sector had to be aligned
to the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and this resulted to the formulation of the Policy Framework
for Reforming Education and Training. A key feature of this policy is the radical change in the
design and delivery of the TVET training. This policy document requires that training in TVET
be competency based, curriculum development be industry led, certification be based on
demonstration of competence and mode of delivery allows for multiple entry and exit in TVET
programs.
These reforms demand that Industry takes a leading role in curriculum development to ensure the
curriculum addresses its competence needs. It is against this background that these Occupational
Standards were developed for developing a competency-based curriculum for Medical
Engineering level 6. These Occupational Standards will also be the bases for assessment of an
individual for competence certification.
It is my conviction that these Occupational Standards will play a great role towards development
of competent human resource for the Medical Engineering sector’s growth and sustainable
development.
PRINCIPAL SECRETARY, VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
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PREFACE
Kenya Vision 2030 aims to transform the country into a newly industrializing, “middle-income
country providing a high-quality life to all its citizens by the year 2030”. Kenya intends to create
a globally competitive and adaptive human resource base to meet the requirements of a rapidly
industrializing economy through life-long education and training. TVET has a responsibility of
facilitating the process of inculcating knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for catapulting
the nation to a globally competitive country, hence the paradigm shift to embrace Competency
Based Education and Training (CBET).
The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act No. 29 of 2013 on reforming
Education and Training in Kenya, emphasized the need to reform curriculum development,
assessment and certification. This called for a shift to CBET to address the mismatch between
skills acquired through training and skills needed by industry as well as increase the global
competitiveness of Kenyan labor force.
The TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council (TVET CDACC), in
conjunction with Medical engineering Sector Skills Advisory Committee (SSAC) have
developed these Occupational Standards for medical engineering technologist. These standards
will be the bases for development of competency-based curriculum for Medical Engineering
level 6.
The occupational standards are designed and organized with clear performance criteria for each
element of a unit of competency. These standards also outline the required knowledge and skills
as well as evidence guide.
I am grateful to the Council Members, Council Secretariat, Medical engineering SSAC, expert
workers and all those who participated in the development of these Occupational Standards.
Prof. CHARLES M. M. ONDIEKI, PhD, FIET (K), Con. EngTech.

CHAIRMAN, TVET CDACC
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
These Occupational Standards were developed through combined effort of various stakeholders
from private and public organizations. I am thankful to the management of these organizations
for allowing their staff to participate in this course. I wish to acknowledge the invaluable
contribution of industry players who provided inputs towards the development of these
Standards.
I thank TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council (TVET CDACC)
for providing guidance on the development of these Standards. My gratitude goes to Medical
Engineering Sector Skills Advisory Committee (SSAC) members for their contribution to the
development of these Standards.
My gratitude and appreciation go to all the individuals and organizations who participated in the
development of these Standards.
CHAIRMAN
MEDICAL ENGINEERING SECTOR SKILLS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD................................................................................................................................................II
PREFACE...................................................................................................................................................III
ACKNOWLEDGMENT...........................................................................................................................IV
ACRONYMS.............................................................................................................................................VII
KEY TO UNIT CODE..............................................................................................................................VIII
OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................................IX
BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY................................................................................................1
DEMONSTRATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS.......................................................................................2
DEMONSTRATE DIGITAL LITERACY....................................................................................................7
DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP................................................13
DEMONSTRATE EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS........................................................................................24
DEMONSTRATE ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY...............................................................................34
DEMONSTRATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PRACTICES......................................43
COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCY.......................................................................................50
APPLY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS..........................................................................................51
PERFORM WORKSHOP PROCESS.....................................................................................................59
APPLY ELECTRICAL PRINCIPLES....................................................................................................65
PREPARE AND INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWINGS................................................................69
APPLY MECHANICAL SCIENCE PRINCIPLES.............................................................................74

APPLY THERMODYNAMICS PRINCIPLES.....................................................................................................79
DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF MEDICAL ELECTRONICS.........................................84
APPLY HOSPITAL ENGINEERING PRINCIPLES.................................................................................91
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN HOSPITAL PLANT SYSTEMS...............................................................96
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APPLY HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY PRINCIPLES......................................................101
CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY.............................................................................................106
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN LABORATORY AND DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT...........................107
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN OPERATION THEATRE EQUIPMENT................................................112
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MEDICAL IMAGING EQUIPMENT.....................................................116
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN ICU EQUIPMENT...................................................................................121
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN OPHTHALMIC AND AUDIOLOGY EQUIPMENT.............................124
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN RENAL EQUIPMENT............................................................................127
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN DENTAL EQUIPMENT..........................................................................131
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MATERNITY EQUIPMENT..................................................................135
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT..........139
OPERATE AND MAINTAIN PHYSIOTHERAPY EQUIPMENT.........................................................143
MANAGE HOSPITAL ORGANIZATION AND MAINTENANCE......................................................148
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ACRONYMS
BC : Basic Competency
CDACC : Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council
CR : Core Competency
GIZ : German International Cooperation
ISO : International Standards Organization
NEMA : National Environment Management Authority
OS : Occupational Standards
PPE : Personal Protective Equipment
SSAC : Sector Skills Advisory Committee
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KEY TO UNIT CODE
ENG /OS /MDE /BC/ 01/ 6/ A
Industry or sector
Occupational Standards
Occupational area
Type of competency
Competency number
Competency level
Version control
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OVERVIEW
Medical Engineering qualification level 6 consists of competencies for operating and
Maintaining Diagnostic and Laboratory Equipment, Operation Theatre Equipment,
Imaging Equipment, ICU Equipment, Ophthalmic and Audiology Equipment,
Equipment, Dental Equipment, Maternity Equipment, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Equipment, equipment and manage hospital organization and maintenance
This qualification consists of the following basic, common and core competencies:
BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY
UNIT CODE UNITS OF COMPETENCY
ENG/OS/MDE/BC/01/6/A Demonstrate communication skills
ENG/OS/MDE/BC/02/6/A Demonstrate digital literacy
ENG/OS/MDE/BC/03/6/A Demonstrate entrepreneurial skills
ENG/OS/MDE/BC/04/6/A Demonstrate employability skills
ENG/OS/MDE/BC/05/6/A Demonstrate environmental literacy
ENG/OS/MDE/BC/06/6/A Apply occupational safety and health

practices
COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCY
UNIT CODE UNIT OF LEARNING
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/01/6/A Apply Engineering Mathematic
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/02/6/A Perform Workshop Process
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/03/6/A Apply Electrical Principles
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/04/6/A Prepare and Interpret Technical Drawings
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/05/6/A Apply Mechanical Science Principles
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ENG/OS/MDE/CC/06/6/A Apply Thermodynamics Principles
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/07/6/A Demonstrate Understanding of Medical

Electronics
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/08/6/A Apply Hospital Engineering Principles
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/09/6/A Operate and Maintain Hospital Plant

Systems
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/10/6/A Apply Human Anatomy and Physiology

Principles
CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY
UNIT CODE UNIT OF COMPETENCY
ENG/OS/MDE/CR/01/6/A Operate and Maintain Laboratory and

Diagnostic Equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CR/02/6/A Operate and Maintain Operation Theatre
Equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CR/03/6/A Operate and Maintain Medical Imaging
Equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CR/04/6/A Operate and Maintain ICU Equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CR/05/6/A Operate and Maintain Ophthalmic and
Audiology Equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CR/06/6/A Operate and Maintain Renal Equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CR/07/6/A Operate and Maintain Dental Equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CR/08/6/A Operate and Maintain Maternity Equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CR/09/6/A Operate and Maintain Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/10/6/A Operate and maintain physiotherapy
equipment
ENG/OS/MDE/CC/11/6/A Manage hospital organization and
maintenance
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BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY
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DEMONSTRATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS
UNIT CODE: ENG/OS/MDE/BC/01/6/A
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required in meeting communication needs of clients
and colleagues; developing, establishing, maintaining communication pathways and
strategies. It also covers competencies for conducting interview, facilitating group
discussion and representing the organization in various forums.
ELEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the required level
key outcomes of performance for each of the elements.
which make up Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
workplace
function
1. Meet 1.1 Specific communication needs of clients and colleagues are
communication identified and met
needs of clients 1.2 Different approaches are used to meet communication needs
and colleagues of clients and colleagues
1.3 Conflict is addressed promptly and in a timely way and in a
manner, which does not compromise the standing of the
organization
2. Develop 2.1 Strategies for effective internal and external dissemination of
communication information are developed to meet the organization’s
strategies requirements
2.2 Special communication needs are considered in developing
strategies to avoid discrimination in the workplace
2.3 Communication strategies are analyzed, evaluated and revised
where necessary to make sure they are effective
3. Establish and 3.1 Pathways of communication are established to meet
maintain requirements of organization and workforce
communication 3.2 Pathways are maintained and reviewed to ensure personnel are
pathways informed of relevant information
4. Promote use of 4.1 Information is provided to all areas of the organization to
communication facilitate implementation of the strategy
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strategies 4.2 Effective communication techniques are articulated and
modelled to the workforce
4.3 Personnel are given guidance about adapting communication
strategies to suit a range of contexts
5. Conduct 5.1 A range of appropriate communication strategies are
interview employed in interview situations
5.2 Records of interviews are made and maintained in accordance
with organizational procedures
5.3 Effective questioning, listening and nonverbal communication
techniques are used to ensure that required message is
communicated
6. Facilitate 6.1 Mechanisms which enhance effective group interaction is
group defined and implemented
discussion 6.2 Strategies which encourage all group members to participate
are used routinely
6.3 Objectives and agenda for meetings and discussions are
routinely set and followed
6.4 Relevant information is provided to group to facilitate
outcomes
6.5 Evaluation of group communication strategies is undertaken
to promote participation of all parties
6.6 Specific communication needs of individuals are identified
and addressed
7. Represent the 7.1 When participating in internal or external forums,
organization presentation is relevant, appropriately researched and presented in
a manner to promote the organization
7.2 Presentation is clear and sequential and delivered within a
predetermined time
7.3 Appropriate media is utilized to enhance presentation
7.4 Differences in views are respected
7.5 Written communication is consistent with organizational
standards
7.6 Inquiries are responded in a manner consistent with
organizational standard
RANGE
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This section provides work environment and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environment and situations that will affect
performance.
Variable Range
Communication strategies  Language switch
include but not limited to:  Comprehension check
 Repetition
 Asking confirmation
 Paraphrase
 Clarification request
 Translation
 Restructuring
 Approximation
 Generalization
Effective group interaction  Identifying and evaluating what is occurring within
includes but not limited to: an interaction in a nonjudgmental way
 Using active listening
 Making decision about appropriate words, behavior
 Putting together response which is culturally
appropriate
 Expressing an individual perspective
 Expressing own philosophy, ideology and
background and exploring impact with relevance to
communication
Situations include but not  Establishing rapport
limited to:  Eliciting facts and information
 Facilitating resolution of issues
 Developing action plans
 Diffusing potentially difficult situations
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit of competency.
Required Skills
The individual needs to demonstrate the following skills:
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 Effective communication
 Active listening
 Giving/receiving feedback
 Interpretation of information
 Role boundaries setting
 Negotiation
 Establishing empathy
 Openness and flexibility in communication
 Communication skills required to fulfill job roles as specified by the
organization
 Writing communications strategy
 Applying key elements of communications strategy
Required Knowledge
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge of:
 Communication process
 Dynamics of groups and different styles of group leadership
 Communication skills relevant to client groups
 Flexibility in communication
 Communication skills relevant to client groups
Key elements of communications strategy
EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance
criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
aspects of 1.1 Developed communication strategies to meet the
Competency organization requirements and applied in the workplace
1.2 Established and maintained communication pathways for
effective communication in the workplace
1.3 Used communication strategies involving exchanges of
complex oral information
2. Resource The following resources should be provided:
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Implications
4. 1Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated

environment where assessment can take place
4. 2Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment
3.1 Direct Observation/Demonstration with Oral Questioning
3.2 Written Examination
4. Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual
Assessment workplace or through accredited institution
5. Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
information sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
for
assessment
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DEMONSTRATE DIGITAL LITERACY
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required to effectively use digital devices such as
smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop PCs. It entails identifying and using digital
devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop PCs for purposes of
communication, work performance and management at the work place.
These describe the These are assessable statements which specify the required
key outcomes which level of performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace
function Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Identify 1.1 Concepts of ICT are determined in accordance with

appropriate computer equipment
computer 1.2 Classifications of computers are determined in accordance
software and with manufacturers specification
hardware 1.3 Appropriate computer software is identified according to
manufacturer’s specification
1.4 Appropriate computer hardware is identified according to
manufacturer’s specification
1.5 Functions and commands of operating system are
determined in accordance with manufacturer’s
specification
2. Apply security 2.1 Data security and privacy are classified in accordance
measures to with the prevailing technology
data, hardware, 2.2 Security threats reidentified and control measures are
software in applied in accordance with laws governing protection of
automated ICT
environment 2.3 Computer threats and crimes are detected.
2.4 Protection against computer crimes is undertaken in
accordance with laws governing protection of ICT
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3. Apply computer 3.1 Word processing concepts are applied in resolving
software in workplace tasks, report writing and documentation
solving tasks 3.2 Word processing utilities are applied in accordance with
workplace procedures
3.3 Worksheet layout is prepared in accordance with work
procedures
3.4 Worksheet is build and data manipulated in the worksheet
in accordance with workplace procedures
3.5 Continuous data manipulated on worksheet is undertaken
in accordance with work requirements
3.6 Database design and manipulation is undertaken in
accordance with office procedures
3.7 Data sorting, indexing, storage, retrieval and security is
provided in accordance with workplace procedures
4. Apply internet 4.1 Electronic mail addresses are opened and applied in
and email in workplace communication in accordance with office
communication policy
at workplace 4.2 Office internet functions are defined and executed in
4.3 Network configuration is determined in accordance with
office operations procedures
4.4 Official World Wide Web is installed and managed
according to workplace procedures
5. Apply Desktop 5.1 Desktop publishing functions and tools are identified in
publishing in accordance with manufactures specifications
official 5.2 Desktop publishing tools are developed in accordance with
assignments work requirements
5.3 Desktop publishing tools are applied in accordance with
workplace requirements
5.4 Typeset work is enhanced in accordance with workplace
standards
6. Prepare 6.1 Types of presentation packages are identified in
presentation accordance with office requirements
packages 6.2 Slides are created and formulated in accordance with
workplace procedures
6.3 Slides are edited and run in accordance with work
procedures
6.4 Slides and handouts are printed according to work
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requirements
RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance
criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.
Variable Range
Appropriate computer A collection of instructions or computer tools that enable
software may include but the user to interact with a computer, its hardware, or
not limited to: perform tasks.
Appropriate computer Collection of physical parts of a computer system such as;

hardware may include but  Computer case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse
not limited to:  All the parts inside the computer case, such as the hard
disk drive, motherboard and video card
Data security and privacy  Confidentiality of data
may include but not  Cloud computing
limited to:  Integrity -but-curious data surfing
Security and control  Counter measures against cyber terrorism
measures may include but  Risk reduction
not limited to:  Cyber threat issues
 Risk management
 Pass-wording
Security threats may  Cyber terrorism
include but not limited to:  Hacking
Word processing Using a special program to create, edit and print
concepts may include but documents
not limited to:
Network configuration Organizing and maintaining information on the
may include but not components of a computer network
limited to:

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Required Skills

 Analytical skills
 Interpretation
 Typing
 Communication
 Computing (applying fundamental operations such as addition, subtraction,
division and multiplication)
 Using calculator
 Basic ICT skills
Required Knowledge
 Software concept
 Functions of computer software and hardware
 Data security and privacy
 Computer security threats and control measures
 Technology underlying cyber-attacks and networks
 Cyber terrorism
 Computer crimes
 Detection and protection of computer crimes
 Laws governing protection of ICT
 Word processing;
 Functions and concepts of word processing.
 Documents and tables creation and manipulations
 Mail merging
 Word processing utilities
 Spread sheets;
 Meaning, formulae, function and charts, uses and layout
 Data formulation, manipulation and application to cells

 Database;
 Database design, data manipulation, sorting, indexing,
storage retrieval and security
 Desktop publishing;
 Designing and developing desktop publishing tools
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 Manipulation of desktop publishing tools
 Enhancement of typeset work and printing documents
 Presentation Packages;
 Types of presentation Packages
 Creating, formulating, running, editing, printing and
presenting slides and handouts
 Networking and Internet;
 Computer networking and internet.
 Electronic mail and world wide web
 Emerging trends and issues in ICT;
 Identify and integrate emerging trends and issues in ICT
 Challenges posed by emerging trends and issues
EVIDENCE GUIDE
criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
Aspects of 1.1 Identified and controlled security threats
Competency 1.2 Detected and protected computer crimes
1.3 Applied word processing in office tasks
1.4 Designed, prepared work sheet and applied data to the cells
in accordance to workplace procedures
1.5 Opened electronic mail for office communication as per
workplace procedure
1.6 Installed internet and World Wide Web for office tasks in
1.7 Integrated emerging issues in computer ICT applications
1.8 Applied laws governing protection of ICT
2. Resource 2.1 Tablets
Implications 2.2 Laptops and

2.3 Desktop PCs
2.4 Desktop computer
2.5 Lap top
2.6 Calculator
2.7 Internet
2.8 Smart phone
2.9 Operations Manuals
3. Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Written Test
3.2 Demonstration
3.3 Practical assignment
3.4 Interview/Oral Questioning
3.5 Demonstration
4. Context of Competency may be assessed in an off and on the job
Assessment setting
for assessment

DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP
UNIT CODE : ENG/OS/MDE/BC/03/6/A
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required to demonstrate understanding of

entrepreneurship. It involves demonstrating understanding of an entrepreneur,
entrepreneurship and self-employment. It also involves identifying entrepreneurship
opportunities, creating entrepreneurial awareness, applying entrepreneurial motivation
and developing business innovative strategies.

1. Demonstrate understanding 1.1 Entrepreneurs and Business persons are
of an Entrepreneur distinguished as per principles of
entrepreneurship
1.2 Types of entrepreneurs are identified as per
principles of entrepreneurship
1.3 Ways of becoming an Entrepreneur are
identified as per principles of Entrepreneurship
1.4 Characteristics of Entrepreneurs are identified
as per principles of Entrepreneurship
1.5 Factors affecting Entrepreneurship development
are explored as per principles of
Entrepreneurship
2. Demonstrate understanding 2.1 Entrepreneurship and self-employment are
of Entrepreneurship and self- distinguished as per principles of
employment entrepreneurship
2.2 Importance of self-employment is analysed
based on business procedures and strategies
2.3 Requirements for entry into self-employment
are identified according to business procedures
and strategies
2.4 Role of an Entrepreneur in business is
determined according to business procedures

and strategies
2.5 Contributions of Entrepreneurs to National
development are identified as per business
procedures and strategies
2.6 Entrepreneurship culture in Kenya is explored
as per business procedures and strategies
2.7 Born or made Entrepreneurs are distinguished
as per entrepreneurial traits
3. Identify Entrepreneurship 3.1 Sources of business ideas are identified as per
opportunities business procedures and strategies
3.2 Business ideas and opportunities are generated
as per business procedures and strategies
3.3 Business life cycle is analysed as per business
3.4 Legal aspects of business are identified as per
3.5 Product demand is assessed as per market
strategies
3.6 Types of business environment are identified
and evaluated as per business procedures
3.7 Factors to consider when evaluating business
environment are explored based on business
procedure and strategies
3.8 Technology in business is incorporated as per
best practice
4. Create entrepreneurial 4.1 Forms of businesses are explored as per

awareness business procedures and strategies
4.2 Sources of business finance are identified as
per business procedures and strategies
4.3 Factors in selecting source of business finance
are identified as per business procedures and
strategies
4.4 Governing policies on Small Scale Enterprises
(SSEs) are determined as per business

4.5 Problems of starting and operating SSEs are
explored as per business procedures and
strategies
5. Apply entrepreneurial 5.1 Internal and external motivation factors are

motivation determined in accordance with motivational
theories
5.2 Self-assessment is carried out as per
entrepreneurial orientation
5.3 Effective communications are carried out in
accordance with communication principles
5.4 Entrepreneurial motivation is applied as per
motivational theories
6. Develop innovative business 6.1 Business innovation strategies are determined

strategies in accordance with the organization strategies
6.2 Creativity in business development is

demonstrated in accordance with
business strategies
6.3 Innovative business strategies are

developed as per business principles
6.4 Linkages with other entrepreneurs are

created as per best practice
6.5 ICT is incorporated in business growth

and development as per best practice
7. Develop Business Plan 7.1 Identified Business is described as per business


7.2 Marketing plan is developed as per business
plan format
7.3 Organizational/Management plan is prepared
in accordance with business plan format
7.4 Production/operation plan in accordance with
business plan format
7.5 Financial plan is prepared in accordance with
the business plan format
7.6 Executive summary is prepared in accordance
with business plan format
7.7 Business plan is presented as per best practice
RANGE
performance.

Variable Range
include but not limited to:
1. Types of entrepreneurs but not 1.1 Innovators
limited to: 1.2 Imitators
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2. Principles of Entrepreneurship but 2.1 Visionary
not limited to: 2.2 Solution provider
2.3 Accountability
2.4 Growth and marketing
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious
3. Characteristics of Entrepreneurs 3.1 Creative

include but not limited to: 3.2 Innovative
3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.11 Future oriented
3.12 Goal oriented
4. Requirements for entry into self- 4.1 Technical skills

employment 4.2 Management skills
4.3 Entrepreneurial skills
4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
5. Internal motivation include but not 5.1 Interest

limited to: 5.2 Passion
5.3 Freedom

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
5.4 Prestige

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
6. Business environment 6.1 External

6.2 Internal

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
6.3 Intermediate
7. Forms of businesses 7.1 Sole proprietorship

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
7.2 Partnership
7.3 Limited companies

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
7.4 Cooperatives
8. Governing policies 8.1 Increasing scope for finance

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
8.2 Promoting cooperation between

entrepreneurs and private sector
8.3 Reducing regulatory burden on

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
entrepreneurs
8.4 Developing IT tools for entrepreneurs

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
9. External motivation include but not 9.1 Rewards

limited to: 9.2 Punishment
9.3 Enabling environment

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
9.4 Government policies

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
10. Entrepreneurial orientation include 10.1 Passion

but not limited to: 10.2 Interest
10.3 Hobbies

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
10.4 Skills
11. Innovative business strategies 11.1 New products

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
include but not limited to: 11.2 New methods of production

11.3 New markets
11.4 New sources of supplies

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
11.5 Change in industrialization
12. Communication principles include 12.1 Feed back

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
but not limited to: 12.2 Attention

12.3 Clarity
12.4 Timeliness

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
12.5 Adequacy
12.6 Consistency

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
12.7 Informality
13. Motivational theories include but 13.1 Marslows theory

Variable Range
1.3 Craft
1.4 Opportunistic
1.5 Speculators
2.3 Accountability
2.5 Resilient
2.6 Tenacious

3.3 Planner
3.4 Risk taker
3.5 Networker
3.6 Confident
3.7 Flexible
3.8 Persistent
3.9 Patient
3.10 Independent
3.12 Goal oriented

4.4 Resources
4.5 Infrastructure
not limited to: 13.2 McClelland theory

13.3 Fredrick Tylors theory

Required Skills
 Assessing a range of alternative products and strategies
 Critically analyzing information, summarizing and making sense of previous and
current market trends
 Identifying changing consumer preferences and demographics
 Thinking “outside the box”
 Ensuring quality consistency
 Reducing lead time to product/service delivery
 Management
 Using formal problem-solving procedures, e. g., root-cause analysis, six sigmas
 Communication
 Applying motivational principles, e. g., positive stroking, behavior modification
 Assessing range of alternatives rather than choosing the easiest option
 Achieving ownership and credibility for the enterprise vision
 Critically analyzing information, summarizing and making sense of previous and
current market trends
 Developing solutions and practical strategies which are “outside the box”
Required Knowledge
 Entrepreneurial competencies
 Decision making
 Business communication
 Change management
 Coping with competition
 Risk taking
 Net working
 Time management
 Leadership
 Factors affecting entrepreneurship development
 Principles of Entrepreneurship

 Features and benefits of common operational practices, e. g., continuous
improvement (kaizen), waste elimination,
 Conflict resolution
 Health, safety and environment (HSE) principles and requirements
 Customer care strategies
 Basic financial management
 Business strategic planning
 Impact of change on individuals, groups and industries
 Government and regulatory processes
 Local and international market trends
 Product promotion strategies
 Market and feasibility studies
 Government and regulatory processes
 Local and international business environment
 Concepts of change management
 Relevant developments in other industries
 Regional/ County business expansion strategies
 Innovation in business
EVIDENCE GUIDE
This provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the
performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and range.
1. Critical Aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:
Competency 1.1 Distinguished entrepreneurs and business persons
correctly
1.2 Identified ways of becoming an entrepreneur
appropriately
1.3 Explored factors affecting entrepreneurship
development appropriately
1.4 Analysed importance of self-employment accurately
1.5 Identified requirements for entry into self-employment
correctly
1.6 Identified sources of business ideas correctly
1.7 Generated Business ideas and opportunities correctly
1.8 Analysed business life cycle accurately
1.9 Identified legal aspects of business correctly

1.10 Assessed product demand accurately
1.11 Determined Internal and external motivation factors
appropriately
1.12 Carried out communications effectively
1.13 Identified sources of business finance correctly
1.14 Determined Governing policy on small scale
enterprise appropriately
1.15 Explored problems of starting and operating SSEs
effectively
1.16 Developed Marketing, Organizational/Management,
Production/Operation and Financial plans correctly
1.17 Prepared executive summary correctly
1.18 Determined business innovative strategies
appropriately
1.19 Presented business plan effectively
Implications 2.1 Check list
2.2 Research tools (Questionnaire, interview guide,
observation schedule)
2.3 Materials, tools, equipment and machines relevant
3. Methods of 3.1 Written tests

Assessment 3.2 Observation
3.3 Oral questions
3.4 Third party report
3.5 Interviews
3.6 Case problems
3.7 Portfolio
4. Context of 4.1 Competency may be assessed in workplace or in a

Assessment simulated workplace setting
4.2 Assessment shall be observed while tasks are being
undertaken whether individually or in-group
information for sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

DEMONSTRATE EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
UNIT DESCRIPTON
This unit covers competencies required to demonstrate employability skills. It involves
conducting self-management, demonstrating interpersonal communication, critical safe
work habits, leading a workplace team, planning and organizing work, maintaining
professional growth and development, demonstrating workplace learning, problem
solving skills and managing ethical performance.
These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required
outcomes which make level of performance for each of the elements.
up workplace function.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Conduct self- 1.1 Personal vision, mission and goals are formulated
management based on potential and in relation to organization
objectives
1.2 Emotions are managed as per workplace
requirements
1.3 Individual performance is evaluated and monitored
according to the agreed targets.
1.4 Assertiveness is developed and maintained based on
the requirements of the job.
1.5 Accountability and responsibility for own actions are
demonstrated.
1.6 Self-esteem and a positive self-image are developed
and maintained.
1.7 Time management, attendance and punctuality are
observed as per the organization policy.
1.8 Goals are managed as per the organization’s objective
1.9 Self-strengths and weaknesses are identified as per
personal objectives

1.10 Critics are managed as per personal objectives
2. Demonstrate 2.1 Listening and understanding is demonstrated as per
interpersonal communication policy
communication 2.2 Writing to the needs of the audience is demonstrated
as per communication policy
2.3 Speaking, reading and writing is demonstrated as per
2.4 Negotiation skills are demonstrated as per
2.5 Empathizing is demonstrated as per the
2.6 Numeracy is applied as per the communication policy
2.7 Internal and external customers’ needs are identified
and interpreted as per the communication policy
2.8 Persuasion is demonstrated as per the communication
policy
2.9 Communication nnetworks are established as per the
SOPs
2.10 Information is shared as per communication
structure
3. Demonstrate 3.1 Stress is managed in accordance with workplace
critical safe work procedures.
habits 3.2 Punctuality and time consciousness is demonstrated in
line with workplace policy.
3.3 Personal objectives are integrated with organization
goals based on organization’s strategic plan.
3.4 Resources are utilized in accordance with workplace
policy.
3.5 Work priorities are set in accordance to workplace
procedures.
3.6 Leisure time is recognized in line with organization
policy.
3.7 Abstinence from drug and substance abuse is observed
as per workplace policy.
3.8 Awareness of HIV and AIDS is demonstrated in line with
workplace requirements.

3.9 Safety consciousness is demonstrated in the workplace
based on organization safety policy.
3.10 Emerging issues are dealt with in accordance with
organization policy.
4. Lead a workplace 4.1 Performance expectations for the team are set
team 4.2 Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance
with the organization policy.
4.3 Team parameters and relationships are identified
according to set rules and regulations.
4.4 Forms of communication in a team are established
according to office policy.
4.5 Communication is carried out as per workplace place
policy and requirements of the job.
4.6 Team performance is supervised
4.7 Feedback on performance is collected and analyzed
based on established team learning process
4.8 Conflicts are resolved between team members in line
with organization rules and regulations.
4.9 Gender mainstreaming is undertaken in accordance
with set regulations.
4.10 Human rights are adhered to in accordance with
existing protocol.
4.11 Healthy relationships are developed and maintained
for harmonious co-existence in line with workplace.
5. Plan and organize 5.1 Task requirements are identified as per the workplace
work objectives
5.2 Task is interpreted in accordance with safety (OHS ),
environmental requirements and quality requirements
5.3 Work activity is organized with other involved
personnel as per the SOPs
5.4 Resources are mobilized, allocated and utilized to meet
project goals and deliverables.
5.5 Work activities are monitored and evaluated in line
with organization procedures.
5.6 Job planning is documented in accordance with
workplace requirements.
5.7 Planning and organizing of work activities is reviewed

as per the workplace requirements
5.8 Time is managed achieve workplace set goals and
objectives.
6. Maintain 6.1 Personal training needs are identified and assessed in
professional line with the requirements of the job.
growth and 6.2 Training and career opportunities are identified and
development availed based on job requirements.
6.3 Resources for training are mobilized and allocated
based organizations skills needs.
6.4 Licensees and certifications relevant to job and career
are obtained and renewed.
6.5 Personal growth is pursued towards improving the
qualifications set for the profession.
6.6 Work priorities and commitments are managed based
on requirement of the job and workplace policy.
6.7 Recognitions are sought as proof of career
advancement in line with professional requirements.
7. Demonstrate 7.1 Own learning is managed as per workplace policy.
workplace learning 7.2 Learning opportunities are sought and allocated based
on job requirement and in line with organization policy.
7.3 Contribution to the learning community at the
workplace is carried out.
7.4 Range of media for learning are established as per the
training need
7.5 Application of learning is demonstrated in both
technical and non-technical aspects based on
requirements of the job
7.6 Enthusiasm for ongoing learning is demonstrated
7.7 Time and effort is invested in learning new skills-based
job requirements
7.8 Willingness to learn in different context is demonstrated
based on available learning opportunities arising in the
workplace.
7.9 Awareness of Occupational Health and Safety
procedures are demonstrated in use of technology in the
workplace.
7.10 Initiative is taken to create more effective and
efficient processes and procedures in line with

workplace policy.
7.11 New systems are developed and maintained in
accordance with the requirements of the job.
7.12 Opportunities that are not obvious are identified and
exploited in line with organization objectives.
7.13 Opportunities for performance improvement are
identified proactively in area of work.
7.14 Awareness of personal role in workplace
innovation is demonstrated.
8. Demonstrate 8.1 Creative, innovative and practical solutions are
problem solving developed based on the problem
skills 8.2 Independence and initiative in identifying and solving
problems is demonstrated.
8.3 Team problems are solved as per the workplace
guidelines
8.4 Problem solving strategies are applied as per the
workplace guidelines
8.5 Problems are analyzed and assumptions tested as per the
context of data and circumstances
9. Manage workplace 9.1 Policies and guidelines are observed as per the
ethics workplace requirements
9.2 Self-worth and profession is exercised in line with
personal goals and organizational policies
9.3 Code of conduct is observed as per the workplace
requirements
9.4 Personal and professional integrity is demonstrated as
per the personal goals
9.5 Commitment to jurisdictional laws is demonstrated as
per the workplace requirements
RANGE
performance.

Range Variable
Drug and substance abuse include Commonly abused

but not limited to:  Alcohol
 Tobacco
 Miraa
 Over-the-counter drugs
 Cocaine
 Bhang
 Glue
Feedback includes but not limited  Verbal
to:  Written
 Informal
 Formal
Relationships includes but not  Man/Woman
limited to:  Trainer/trainee
 Employee/employer
 Client/service provider
 Husband/wife
 Boy/girl
 Parent/child
 Sibling relationships
Forms of communication include  Written
but not limited to:  Visual
 Verbal
 Non verbal
 Formal and informal
Team includes but not limited to:  Small work group
 Staff in a section/department
 Inter-agency group
Personal growth includes but not  Growth in the job
limited to:  Career mobility
 Gains and exposure the job gives
 Net workings
 Benefits that accrue to the individual as a

result of noteworthy performance
Personal objectives include but  Long term
not limited to:  Short term
 Broad
 Specific
Trainings and career  Participation in training programs
opportunities includes but not o Technical
limited to o Supervisory
o Managerial
o Continuing Education
 Serving as Resource Persons in
conferences and workshops
Resource include but not limited  Human
to:  Financial
 Technology
o Hardware
o Software
Innovation include but not limited  New ideas
to:  Original ideas
 Different ideas
 Methods/procedures
 Processes
 New tools
Emerging issues include but not  Terrorism
limited to:  Social media
 National cohesion
 Open offices
Range of media for learning  Mentoring
include but not limited to:  peer support and networking
 IT and courses

Required Skills

 Personal hygiene practices
 Intra and Interpersonal skills
 Communication skills
 Knowledge management
 Interpersonal skills
 Critical thinking skills
 Observation skills
 Organizing skills
 Negotiation skills
 Monitoring skills
 Evaluation skills
 Record keeping skills
 Problem solving skills
 Decision Making skills
 Resource utilization skills
 Resource mobilization skills
Required Knowledge
 Work values and ethics
 Company policies
 Company operations, procedures and standards
 Occupational Health and safety procedures
 Fundamental rights at work
 Personal hygiene practices
 Workplace communication
 Concept of time
 Time management
 Decision making
 Types of resources
 Work planning
 Resources and allocating resources
 Organizing work
 Monitoring and evaluation

 Record keeping
 Workplace problems and how to deal with them
 Negotiation
 Assertiveness
 Team work
 Gender mainstreaming
 HIV and AIDS
 Drug and substance abuse
 Leadership
 Safe work habits
 Professional growth and development
 Technology in the workplace
 Learning
 Creativity
 Innovation
 Emerging issues
o Social media
o Terrorism
o National cohesion
EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. 2. Critical aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Conducted self-management
1.2 Demonstrated interpersonal communication
1.3 Demonstrated critical safe work habits
1.4 Demonstrated the ability to lead a workplace team
1.5 Planned and organized work
1.6 Maintained professional growth and development
1.7 Demonstrated workplace learning
1.8 Demonstrated problem solving skills
1.9 Demonstrated the ability to manage ethical performance
3. 4. Resource The following resources should be provided:

Implications
2.1 Case studies/scenarios

5. 6. Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment
 Oral Interview
 Observation
 Third Party Reports
 Written
7. 8. Context of 8.1 Competency may be assessed in workplace or in a
Assessment simulated workplace setting
8.2 Assessment shall be observed while tasks are being
undertaken whether individually or in-group
for assessment

DEMONSTRATE ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit specifies the competencies required to follow procedures for environmental
hazard control, follow procedures for environmental pollution control, comply with
workplace sustainable resource use, evaluate current practices in relation to resource
usage, develop and adhere to environmental protection principles/strategies/guidelines,
analyze resource use, develop resource conservation plans and implement selected
plans.

These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the
outcomes which make up required level of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Control environmental 1.1 Storage methods for environmentally hazardous
hazard materials are strictly followed according to
environmental regulations and OSHS.
1.2 Disposal methods of hazardous wastes are followed
at all times according to environmental regulations and
OSHS.
1.3 PPE is used according to OSHS.
2. Control environmental 2.1 Environmental pollution control measures are
Pollution control compiled following standard protocol.
2.2 Procedures for solid waste management are observed
according Environmental Management and
Coordination Act 1999
2.3 Methods for minimizing noise pollution complied
following environmental regulations.
3. Demonstrate sustainable 3.1 Methods for minimizing wastage are complied with.
resource use 3.2 Waste management procedures are employed
following principles of 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse,
Recycle)
3.3 Methods for economizing or reducing resource
consumption are practiced.

4. Evaluate current 4.1 Information on resource efficiency systems and
practices in relation to procedures are collected and provided to the work
resource usage group where appropriate.
4.2 Current resource usage is measured and recorded by
members of the work group.
4.3 Current purchasing strategies are analyzed and
recorded according to industry procedures.
4.4 Current work processes to access information and
data is analyzed following enterprise protocol.
5. Identify Environmental 5.1 Environmental legislations/conventions and local
legislations/conventions ordinances are identified according to the different
for environmental environmental aspects/impact
concerns 5.2 Industrial standard/environmental practices are
described according to the different environmental
concerns
6. Implement specific 6.1 Programs/Activities are identified according to
environmental programs organizations policies and guidelines.
6.2 Individual roles/responsibilities are determined and
performed based on the activities identified.
6.3 Problems/constraints encountered are resolved in
accordance with organizations’ policies and
guidelines
6.4 Stakeholders are consulted based on company
guidelines
7. Monitor activities on 7.1 Activities are periodically monitored and Evaluated
Environmental according to the objectives of the environmental
protection/Programs program
7.2 Feedback from stakeholders are gathered and
considered in Proposing enhancements to the
program based on consultations
7.3 Data gathered are analyzed based on Evaluation
requirements
7.4 Recommendations are submitted based on the
findings
7.5 Management support systems are set/established to
sustain and enhance the program
7.6 Environmental incidents are monitored and reported
to

concerned/proper authorities
8. Analyze resource use 8.1. All resource consuming processes are Identified
8.2. Quantity and nature of Resource consumed is
determined
8.3. Resource flow is analyzed through different parts of
the process.
8.4. Wastes are classified for possible source of
resources.
9. Develop resource 9.1. Efficiency of use/conversion of resources is
Conservation plans determined following industry protocol.
9.2. Causes of low efficiency of use of resources are
Determined based on industry protocol.
9.3. Plans for increasing the efficiency of resource use
are developed based on findings.
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
PPE May include but are not 1.1 Mask
limited to 1.2 Gloves
1.3 Goggles
1.4 Safety hat
1.5 Overall
1.6 Hearing protector
Environmental pollution 2.1 Methods for minimizing or stopping spread and
control measures may ingestion of airborne particles
include but are not limited to: 2.2 Methods for minimizing or stopping spread and
ingestion of gases and fumes
2.4 Methods for minimizing or stopping spread and
ingestion of liquid wastes
Wastes may include but are 3.1 Unnecessary waste
not limited to: 3.2 Necessary waste

Waste management 4.1 Sorting
Procedures may include but 4.2 Storing of items
are not limited to: 4.2 Recycling of items
4.3 Disposal of items
Resources may include but 5.1 Electric
are not limited to: 5.2 Water
5.3 Fuel
5.4 Telecommunications
5.5 Supplies
5.6 Materials
Workplace environmental 6.1Biological hazards
hazards may include but are 6.2 Chemical and dust hazards
not limited to: 6.3 Physical hazards
Organizational systems and 7.1 Supply chain, procurement and purchasing

procedures may include but 7.2 Quality assurance
are not limited to: 7.3 Making recommendations and seeking approvals
Legislations/Conventions 8.1 EMCA 1999

may include but are not 8.2 Montreal Protocol
limited to: 8.3 Kyoto Protocol
Environmental 9.1 Air pollution

aspects/impacts may include 9.2 Water pollution
but are not limited to: 9.3 Noise pollution
9.4 Solid waste
9.5 Flood control
9.6 Deforestation/Denudation
9.7 Radiation/Nuclear /Radio Frequency/ Microwaves
9.8 Situation
9.9 Soil erosion (e.g. Quarrying, Mining, etc.)
9.10 Coral reef/marine life protection
Industrial standards / 10.1 ISO standards
Environmental practices 10.2 Company environmental management systems
may include but are not (EMS)
limited to:

Periodic may include but are 11.1 hourly
not limited to: 11.2 daily
11.3 weekly
11.4 monthly
11.5 quarterly
11.6 yearly
Programs/Activities may 12.1 Waste disposal (on-site and off-site)
include but are not limited to: 12.2 Repair and maintenance of equipment
12.3 Treatment and disposal operations
12.4 Clean-up activities
12.5 Laboratory and analytical test
12.6 Monitoring and evaluation
12.7 Environmental advocacy programs

Required Skills
 Following storage methods of environmentally hazardous materials
 Following disposal methods of hazardous wastes
 Using PPE
 Practicing OSHS
 Complying environmental pollution control
 Observing solid waste management
 Complying methods of minimizing noise Pollution
 Complying methods of minimizing wastage
 Employing waste management procedures
 Economizing resource consumption
 Listing of resources used
 Measuring current usage of resources
 Identifying and reporting workplace environmental hazards
 Conveying all environmental issues
 Following environmental regulations
 Identifying environmental regulations
 Assessing procedures for assessing compliance

 Collecting information on environmental and resource efficiency systems and
procedures, and Providing information to the work group
 Measuring and recording current resource usage
 Analysing and recording current purchasing strategies.
 Analysing current work processes to access information and data and Assisting
identifying areas for improvement
 Analysing resource flow
 Determining efficiency of use/conversion of resources
 Determining causes of low efficiency of use
 Developing plans for increasing the efficiency of resource use
 Checking resource use plans
 Complying to regulations/licensing requirements
 Determining benefit/cost of plans
 Ranking proposals based on benefit/cost compared to limited resources
 Checking proposals meet regulatory requirements
 Monitoring implementation
 Making adjustments to plan and implementation
 checking new resource usage
Required Knowledge
 Storage methods of environmentally hazardous materials
 Disposal methods of hazardous wastes
 Usage of PPE Environmental regulations
 OSHS
 Types of pollution
 Environmental pollution control measures
 Different solid wastes
 Solid waste management
 Different noise pollution
 Methods of minimizing noise pollution
 Methods of minimizing wstage
 Waste management procedures
 Economizing of resource consumption
 Principle of 3Rs
 Types of resources

 Techniques in measuring current usage of resources
 Calculating current usage of resources
 Types of workplace environmental hazards
 Environmental regulations
 Environmental regulations applying to the enterprise.
 Procedures for assessing compliance with environmental regulations.
 Collection of information on environmental and resource efficiency systems and
procedures,
 Measurement and recording of current resource usage
 Analysis and recording of current purchasing strategies.
 Analysis current work processes to access information and data Analysis of data
and information
 Identification of areas for improvement
 Resource consuming processes
 Determination of quantity and nature of resource consumed
 Analysis of resource flow of different parts of the resource flow process
 Use/conversion of resources
 Causes of low efficiency of use
 Increasing the efficiency of resource use
 Inspection of resource use plans
 Regulations/licensing requirements
 Determine benefit/cost for alternative resource sources
 Benefit/costs for different alternatives
 Components of proposals
 Criteria on ranking proposals
 Regulatory requirements
 Proposals for improving resource efficiency
 Implementation of resource efficiency plans
 Procedures in monitor implementation
 Adjustments of implementation plan
 Inspection of new resource usage
EVIDENCE GUIDE


Aspects of 1.1 Controlled environmental hazard
Competency 1.2 Controlled environmental pollution
1.3 Demonstrated sustainable resource use
1.4 Evaluated current practices in relation to resource usage
1.5 Demonstrated knowledge of environmental legislations and
local ordinances according to the different environmental
issues /concerns.
1.6 Described industrial standard environmental practices
according to the different environmental issues/concerns.
1.7 Resolved problems/ constraints encountered based on
management standard procedures
1.8 Implemented and monitored environmental practices on a
periodic basis as per company guidelines
1.9 Recommended solutions for the improvement of the
program
1.10 Monitored and reported to proper authorities any
environmental incidents
Implications 2.1 Workplace with storage facilities
2.2 Tools, materials and equipment relevant to the tasks (e.g.
Cleaning tools, cleaning materials, trash bags)
2.3 PPE, manuals and references
2.4 Legislation, policies, procedures, protocols and
localordinances relating to environmental protection
2.5 Case studies/scenarios relating to environmental Protection
3 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Demonstration
3.2 Oral questioning
3.3 Written examination
3.4 Interview/Third Party Reports
3.5 Portfolio (citations/awards from GOs and NGOs, certificate
of training – local and abroad)
3.6 Simulations and role-play
4 Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a

Assessment combination of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken
in a closely simulated workplace environment.
5 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
assessment

DEMONSTRATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PRACTICES
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit specifies the competencies required to lead the implementation of workplace’s
safety and health program, procedures and policies/guidelines.

These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the
outcomes which make up required level of performance for each of the elements.
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Identify workplace 1.1 Hazards in the workplace and/or its indicators of its
hazards and risk presence, are identified
1.2 Evaluation and/or work environment measurements
of OSH hazards/risk existing in the workplace is
conducted by
Authorized personnel or agency
1.3 OSH issues and/or concerns raised by workers are
Gathered
2. Identify and implement 2.1 Prevention and control measures, including use of
appropriate control safety gears / PPE (personal protective equipment)
measures for specific hazards
identified and implemented
2.2 Appropriate risk controls based on result of OSH
hazard evaluation is recommended.
2.3 Contingency measures, including emergency
procedures during workplace incidents and
emergencies are recognized and established in
accordance with organization procedures.
3. Implement OSH 3.1 Information to work team about company OSH
programs, procedures program, procedures and policies/guidelines are
and policies/ guidelines provided
3.2 Implementation of OSH procedures and policies/
guidelines are participated
3.3 Team members are trained and advised on OSH

standards and procedures
3.4 Procedures for maintaining OSH-related records are
implemented
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Hazards may include 1.1. Physical hazards – impact, illumination, pressure,
but are not limited to: noise,
vibration, extreme temperature, radiation
1.2 Biological hazards- bacteria, viruses, plants, parasites,
mites, molds, fungi, insects
1.3 Chemical hazards – dusts, fibers, mists, fumes,
smoke,
gasses, vapors
1.4 Ergonomics
Psychological factors – over exertion/ excessive
force,
awkward/static positions, fatigue, direct pressure,
varying metabolic cycles
Physiological factors – monotony, personal
relationship, work out cycle
1.6 Safety hazards (unsafe workplace condition) –
confined space, excavations, falling objects, gas
leaks, electrical, poor storage of materials and
waste, spillage, waste and debris
1.7 Unsafe workers’ act (Smoking in off-limited areas,
Substance and alcohol abuse at work)
2. Indicators may 2.1 Increased of incidents of accidents, injuries
include but are not 2.2 Increased occurrence of sickness or health
limited to: complaints/ symptoms
2.3 Common complaints of workers related to OSH
2.4 High absenteeism for work-related reasons

3. Evaluation and/or 3.1 Health Audit
work environment 3.2 Safety Audit
measurements may 3.3 Work Safety and Health Evaluation
include but are not 3.4 Work Environment Measurements of Physical and
limited to: Chemical
Hazards
4. OSH issues and/or 4.1 Workers’ experience/observance on presence of work
concerns may include hazards
but are not limited to: 4.2 Unsafe/unhealthy administrative arrangements
(prolonged work hours, no break time, constant
overtime, scheduling of tasks)
4.3 Reasons for compliance/non-compliance to use of
PPEs or other OSH procedures/policies/guidelines
5. Prevention and 5.1 Eliminate the hazard (i.e., get rid of the dangerous
control measures may machine
include but are not 5.2 Isolate the hazard (i.e. keep the machine in a closed
limited to: room and operate it remotely; barricade an unsafe
area off)
5.3 Substitute the hazard with a safer alternative (i.e.,
replace the machine with a safer one)
5.4 Use administrative controls to reduce the risk (i.e.
give trainings on how to use equipment safely; OSH-
related topics, issue warning signages,
rotation/shifting work schedule)
5.5 Use engineering controls to reduce the risk (i.e. use
safety guards to machine)
5.6 Use personal protective equipment
5.7 Safety, Health and Work Environment Evaluation
5.8 Periodic and/or special medical examinations of
workers

6. Safety gears /PPE 6.1 Arm/Hand guard, gloves
(Personal Protective 6.2 Eye protection (goggles, shield)
Equipments) may 6.3 Hearing protection (ear muffs, ear plugs)
include but are not 6.4 Hair Net/cap/bonnet
limited to: 6.5 Hard hat
6.6 Face protection (mask, shield)
6.7 Apron/Gown/coverall/jump suit
6.8 Anti-static suits
6.9 High-visibility reflective vest
7. Appropriate risk Appropriate risk controls in order of impact are as
controls follows:
7.1 Eliminate the hazard altogether (i.e., get rid of the
dangerous machine)
7.2 Isolate the hazard from anyone who could be harmed
(i.e., keep the machine in a closed room and operate
it remotely; barricade an unsafe area off)
7.3 Substitute the hazard with a safer alternative (i.e.,
replace the machine with a safer one)
7.4 Use administrative controls to reduce the risk (i.e.,
train workers how to use equipment safely; train
workers about the risks of harassment; issue signage)
7.5 Use engineering controls to reduce the risk (i.e.,
attach guards to the machine to protect users)
7.6 Use personal protective equipment (i.e., wear
gloves and goggles when using the machine)
8. Contingency measures 8.1 Evacuation
may include but are not 8.2 Isolation
limited to: 8.3 Decontamination
8.4 (Calling designed) emergency personnel
9. Emergency 9.1 Fire drill
procedures may 9.2 Earthquake drill
include but are not 9.3 Basic life support/CPR
limited to: 9.4 First aid
9.5 Spillage control
9.6 Decontamination of chemical and toxic
9.7 Disaster preparedness/management
9.8 se of fire-extinguisher

10. Incidents and 10.1 Chemical spills
emergencies may 10.2 Equipment/vehicle accidents
include but are not 10.3 Explosion
limited to: 10.4 Fire
10.5 Gas leak
10.6 Injury to personnel
10.7 Structural collapse
10.8 Toxic and/or flammable vapors emission.
11. OSH-related Records 11.1 Medical/Health records
may include but are 11.2 Incident/accident reports
not limited to: 11.3 Sickness notifications/sick leave application
11.4 OSH-related trainings obtained

Required Skills
 Skills on preliminary identification of workplace hazards/risks
 Knowledge management
 Critical thinking skills
 Observation skills
 Coordinating skills
 Troubleshooting skills
 Presentation skills
 Training skills
Required Knowledge
 General OSH Principles
 Occupational hazards/risks recognition
 OSH organizations providing services on OSH evaluation and/or work
environment measurements (WEM)
 National OSH regulations; company OSH policies and protocols
 Systematic gathering of OSH issues and concerns

 General OSH principles
 National OSH regulations
 Company OSH and recording protocols, procedures and policies/guidelines
 Training and/or counseling methodologies and strategies
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of 1.1 Identifies hazards/risks in the workplace and/or its indicators
Competency 1.2 Requests for evaluation and/or work environment
measurements of OSH hazards/risk in the workplace
1.3 Gathers OSH issues and/or concerns raised by workers
1.4 Identifies and implements prevention and control measures,
including use of PPE (personal protective equipment) for
specific hazards
1.5 Recommends appropriate risk controls based on result of OSH
hazard evaluation and OSH issues gathered
1.6 Establish contingency measures, including emergency
procedures in accordance with organization procedures
1.7 Provides information to work team about company OSH
program, procedures and policies/guidelines
1.8 Participates in the implementation of OSH procedures and
policies/guidelines
1.9 Trains and advises team members on OSH standards and
procedures
1.10 Implements procedures for maintaining OSH-related
records
Implications 2.1 Workplace or assessment location
2.2 OSH personal records
2.3 PPE
2.4 Health records
Assessment 3.1 Portfolio Assessment
3.2 Interview
3.3 Case Study/Situation

3.4 Observation/Demonstration and oral questioning
4. Context of Competency may be assessed on the job, off the job or a
assessment

COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCY

APPLY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS
UNIT CODE: ENG/OS/MDE/CC/01/6/A
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by an Electrical Technician to apply a wide
range of Engineering mathematics in their work. This includes applying algebraic
functions, Complex numbers, coordinate geometry, carrying out binomial expansion,
calculus, ordinary differential equations, Laplace transforms, power series, Statistics,
Fourier series, Vector theory, Matrix and Numerical methods in solving problems

PERFORMANCE These are assessable statements which specify the
CRITERIAELEMENT required level of performance for each of the
These describe the key outcomes elements.
which make up workplace Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the
function. Range.
1. Apply Algebra 1.1 Calculations involving Indices are performed
as per the concept
1.2 Calculations involving Logarithms are
performed as per the concept
1.3 Scientific calculator is used in solving
mathematical problems in line with
manufacturer’s manual
1.4 Simultaneous equations are performed as per
the rules
1.5 Quadratic equations are calculated as per the
concept
2. Apply Trigonometry and 2.1 Calculations are performed using
hyperbolic functions trigonometric rules
2.2 Calculations are performed using hyperbolic
functions
3. Apply complex numbers 1.1 Complex numbers are represented using
Argand diagrams
1.2 Operations involving complex numbers are
performed
1.3 Calculations involving complex numbers are
performed using De Moivre’s theorem
2. Apply Coordinate Geometry 2.1 Polar equations are calculated using coordinate
geometry
2.2 Graphs of given polar equations are drawn
using the Cartesian plane
2.3 Normal and tangents are determined using
coordinate geometry
5. Carry out Binomial 5.0 Roots of numbers are determined using
Expansion binomial theorem
5.1 Errors of small changes are determined using
binomial theorem
6. Apply Calculus 6.0 Derivatives of functions are determined using

Differentiation
6.1 Derivatives of hyperbolic functions are
determined using Differentiation
6.2 Derivatives of inverse trigonometric functions
are determined using Differentiation
6.3 Rate of change and small change are
determined using Differentiation.
6.4 Calculation involving stationery points of
functions of two variables are performed using
differentiation.
6.5 Integrals of algebraic functions are determined
using integration
6.6 Integrals of trigonometric functions are
determined using integration
6.7 Integrals of logarithmic functions are
determined using integration
6.8 Integrals of hyperbolic and inverse functions
are determined using integration

7. Solve Ordinary differential 7.0 First order and second order differential
equations equations are solved using the method of
undetermined coefficients
7.1 First order and second order differential
equations are solved from given boundary
conditions
8. Apply Laplace transforms 8.1 Laplace transforms are solved using initial and
final value theorems
8.2 Inverse Laplace transforms are solved using
partial fractions
8.3 Differential equations are solved using Laplace
transforms
9 Apply Power Series 9.1 Power series are obtained using Taylor’s
Theorem
9.2 Power series are obtained using Maclaurin’s ‘s
theorem
10 Apply Statistics 10.1 Identification, Collection and Organization
of data is performed
10.2 Interpretation, analysis and presentation of
data in appropriate format is performed
10.3 Mean, median ,mode and Standard deviation
are obtained from given data
10.4 Calculations are performed based on Laws of
probability
10.5 Calculation involving probability
distributions , mathematical expectation
sampling distributions are performed
11. Apply Fourier Series 11.1 Fourier series coefficients are obtained using
Fourier series techniques
11.2 Fourier series for 2π to T is are obtained
using Fourier series techniques
11.3 Fourier series for odd and even functions are
obtained using Fourier series techniques
11.4 Harmonic analysis is performed using
numerical methods

12.Apply Vector theory 12.1 Calculations involving vector algebra, dot
and cross products using vector theory
12.2 Gradient, Divergence and Curl are obtained
12.3 Vector calculations are performed using
Green’s theorem
12.4 Vector calculations are performed using
Stoke’s theorem
12.5 Conservative vector fields and line and
surface integrals are obtained using Gauss’s
theorem
13. Apply Matrix 13.1 Determinant and inverse of 3x3 matrix are
obtained
13.2 Solutions of simultaneous equations are
obtained
13.3 Calculation involving Eigen values and
Eigen vectors are performed
14. Apply Numerical methods 14.1Roots of polynomials are obtained using
iterative numerical methods
14.2Interpolation and extrapolation are performed
using numerical methods
15. Apply concepts of probability 15.1 Probability events are determined from
for work dependent, independent and mutually
exclusive
15.2Counting is done using permutation,
combination, tree diagrams and Venn
diagrams techniques
16. Perform commercial 16.1Exchange rates calculations are done using
calculations devaluation and revaluation
16.2 Sales, stock turnover and profit and loss are
determined
16.3 Incomes, salaries and wages are calculated
17. Perform estimations, 17.1 Measurement information in workplace is
measurements and extracted and interpreted
calculations of quantities 17.2 Appropriate workplace measuring tools and
equipment are identified and selected
17.3 Conversions are performed between units of
measurement
17.4 Measurements are estimated and taken
17.5 Length, width, height, perimeter, area and

angles of figures are calculated
17.6 Volume and surface area of figures are
calculated
17.7 Information is recorded using mathematical
language and symbols appropriate for the task
RANGE
This section provides work environments and conditions to which the performance criteria
apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect
performance.
Variable Range
May include but not limited to:
2.3.1 Hyperbolic functions 1.1 Sinh x
1.2 Cosh x
1.3 Cosec x
1.4 Coth x
1.5 Tanh x
1.6 Sech x
2. Figures 2.1. Triangles
2.2. Squares
2.3. Rectangles
2.4. Circles
2.5. Spheres
2.6. Cylinders
2.7. Cubes
2.8. Polygons
2.9. Cuboids
2.10. Pyramids
3. Quantities 3.1 Weight,
3.2 Mass
3.3 Area
3.4 Volume
3.5 Length
3.6 Width
3.7 Depth
3.8 Perimeter

Required Skills
 Applying fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
 Using and applying mathematical formulas
 Logical thinking
 Problem solving
 Applying statistics
 Drawing graphs
 Using different measuring tools
Required knowledge
 Fundamental operations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
 Calculating area and volume
 Types and purpose of measuring instruments
 Units of measurement and abbreviations
 Rounding techniques
 Types of fractions
 Types of tables and graphs
 Presentation of data in tables and graphs
 Vector operations
 Matrix operations
EVIDENCE GUIDE
1. Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Applied Trigonometry and hyperbolic functions
1.2 Applied complex numbers
1.3 Determined angles and length in triangles
1.4 Applied Calculus

1.5 Solved Ordinary differential equations
1.6 Applied Laplace transforms
1.7 Applied Power Series
1.8 Applied Fourier Series
1.9 Applied Vector theory
1.10 Applied Matrix
1.11 Identified and selected measuring equipment
1.12 Collected, Analyzed and presented data
1.13 Applied Numerical methods
2.0 Resource The following resources should be provided:
Implications 2.1 Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
2.2 Measuring equipment
2.3 Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
3.0 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
Assessment 3.1 Direct Observation
3.2 Demonstration with Oral Questioning
3.3 Written tests
Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual
Assessment workplace or
through accredited institution
Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry
assessment

PERFORM WORKSHOP PROCESS

UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required to manage an Electrical workshop.
Competencies include applying workshop Safety, use of workshop tools, instruments and
equipment, preparation of workshop materials, preparation of workshop for Electrical
installation practicals, Storage of Electrical tools and materials after practicals, Perform
Basic Electrical installation, Perform a quotation for an installation practical in the
workshop, demonstrate the use of Electrical machines in the workshop, Identifying and
perform various types of wirings, Troubleshoot and repair workshop tools and
equipment.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
ELEMENT
(Bold and italicised terms are elaborated in the Range)
1. Apply workshop safety 1.1 Proper use of PPE is adhered to as per standard
operating procedure
1.2 Workshop rules are followed as per standard
operating procedure
1.3 Proper use of safety equipment are followed as per
the manufacturers recommendations
2. Perform basic first aid 2.1 Lifesaving procedures are carried out as per the
procedures state of the victim
2.2 Wounds, fractures and bleeding are managed as per
their causes
2.3 Burns and scalds are managed as per their causes
2.4 Ligaments and joint injuries are managed as per
intensity
3. Use workshop tools, 3.1 Workshop tools, Instruments and equipment are
Instruments and Identified
equipment 3.2 Tools, Instruments and equipment are used as per

ELEMENT
the manufactures manuals
3.3 Calibration of workshop instruments are performed
as per the standard operating procedure
3.4 Proper handling of workshop tools, Instruments and
equipment should be followed
3.5 Care and Maintenance of workshop tools,
Instruments and equipment should be adhered too
4. Prepare workshop tools 4.1 List of required tools and instruments are prepared
and instruments for an 4.2 Issuing of required tools and instruments is
Electrical installation performed
practical e.g. 4.3 Confirmation of the issued tools and instruments is
performed
4.4 Functioning of the issued tools and instruments is
checked in line with the standard operating
procedure
4.5 Sharpening of the cutting tools is performed
5. Prepare workshop for an 4.1 Practical working section is arranged as per the
Electrical practical number of practicals to be carried out.
4.2 Power supply availability in every practical section
is confirmed as per the practical to be carried out
4.3 Tools and materials required are supplied as per the
practical to be carried out.
6. Store Electrical tools and 6.1 Tools are checked against the issuing list after
materisals after practicals practicals
6.2 Tools are stored out as per their standard operating
procedure
6.3 Tools are cleaned as per the workshop standard
operating procedure
6.4 Waste materials are disposed as per the EHS
6.5 Tools are stored in their respective sections as per
the workshop procedures
7. Troubleshoot and 7.1 Faulty tools are identified as per their expected
repair/replace workshop functioning

ELEMENT
tools and equipment 7.2 Faulty component are diagnosed as per the fault
diagnosis procedures
7.3 Repair/Replace faulty components as per the
expected functioning
7.4 Repaired/Replaced tool are tested as per the
expected functioning.

RANGE
Variable Range
May include but is not limited to:
1. Workshop tools 1.1 Pliers
1.2 Hacksaws
1.3 Hammer
1.4 Spirit levels
1.5 Phase Tester
1.6 Side cutters
2. Manual 2.2Operational
2.3 Installation
2.4 Commissioning
2.1 Technical specification /data sheet
3.1 Light intensity
3. Parameters
3.2 Sound
3.3 Speed
3.4 Efficiency
3.5 Temperature
3.6 Electrical quantities e.g. Voltage, current and
resistance levels
3.7 Expected output

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
1. Organisational and legislative requirements including:
1.1 The manufacturer's manual about the operation of various workshop tools and
instruments
1.2 The legal and statutory requirements relating to electrical Workshop operation
activities.
1.3 workplace procedures relevant to:
1.3.1 health and safety;
1.3.2 the environment (including waste disposal);
1.3.3 appropriate personal and protective equipment;
1.3.4. appropriate use of service manuals
1.4 Workplace procedures for:
7.4.1 Fault identification and diagnosis
7.4.2 Appropriate use of tools and equipment;
7.4.3 Repairing, modifying or replacing defective parts or components.
7.4.4 Reporting of technical challenges
1.5 The importance of documenting workshop practical activities and information.
1.6 The importance of working within agreed timelines and sharing progress
reports.
1.8 The importance of reporting anticipated delays to relevant parties promptly.
2. The use of technical information including:
2.1 How to find, interpret and use sources of technical information for workshop
practical activities
2.2 The importance of using the correct sources of technical information.
2.3 The purpose of and how to use identification codes.
FOUNDATION SKILLS
The individual needs to demonstrate the following foundation skills:
 Communications (verbal and written);  Decision making;
 Proficient in ICT;  First aid;
 Time management;  Report writing;
 Analytical

 Faults troubleshooting;
 Problem solving;
 Planning;
EVIDENCE GUIDE
performance criteria, required knowledge and understanding and range.
11 Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 11.1 Adhered to the proper use of PPE
11.2 Observed the workshop rules
11.3 Performed the First Aid procedures in the workshop
11.4 Observed workshop procedures in the storage of tools
11.5 Safely used testing equipment and tools
11.6 Observed EHS in the waste disposal
11.7 Properly demonstrated care and maintenance of workshop
tools
11.8 Obtained, recorded and interpreted test results
11.9 Identified faulty tools and instruments
11.10 Repaired/Replaced faulty tools
12 Resource The following resources must be provided:
Implications 12.1 Electrical installation tool kit
12.2 Testing equipment
12.4 First Aid kit
12.5
Resources the same as that of workplace are advised to be applied
13 Methods of Competency may be assessed through:
Assessment 13.1 Oral test
13.2 Observation
13.3 Practical demonstration
14 Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual
Assessment workplace or through a simulated work place setting
15 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry

assessment
APPLY ELECTRICAL PRINCIPLES
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a technician in order to apply a wide
range of Electrical principles skills in their work; use the concept of basic Electrical
quantities, use the concepts of D.C and A.C circuits in electrical installation, use of basic
electrical machine, use of power factor in electrical installation, use of earthing in
Electrical installations, use of earthing in Electrical installations and apply lightning
protection measures

These describe the key These are assessable statements which specify the required level of
outcomes which make up performance for each of the elements.
workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range.
1. Use the concept of 1.1 Basic SI units in Electrical are identified
basic Electrical 1.2 Quantities of Charge, force, work and power are identified
quantities 1.3 Perform calculations involving Ohm’s law i.e Current, Resistance and
voltage
1.4 Calculations involving various electrical quantities are performed
2. Use the concepts of 2.1 Calculations involving parallel and series circuits are performed
D.C and A.C circuits 2.2 Calculations involving DC and AC Network theorems are performed.
in electrical E.g. Kirchoff’s laws, Superposition, Thevinin’s, Norton’s
installation
3. Use of basic electrical 3.1 Types of various electrical machines are identified
machine 3.2 Calculations involving single phase and three phase AC and DC
Motors are performed
3.3 Calculations involving single and three phase AC and DC
transformers are performed
3.4 Calculations involving single and three phase generators are
performed
3.5 Special machines are identified

3.6 Calculations involving special machines are performed
3.7 Calculations involving Electric Drives are performed
4. Use of power factor in 4.1 Power triangle is identified i.e. Active, Apparent and reactive power
electrical installation 4.2 The use of power factor is performed
4.3 Calculations involving power factor correction is performed
4.4 Methods of power factor correction are applied
5. Use of earthing in 5.1 Earthing types are identified
Electrical installations 5.2 Earthing points on Electrical installation are identified
5.3 Calculation involved in determining the earthing type is performed
5.4 Test on an earthing system is performed in line with the IEE
regulations
6. Apply lightning 6.1 Types of lightening strokes are identified
protection measures 6.2 Components of lightening protection system are identified
6.3 Test to be carried out in lightening protection system are established
6.4 Application of lightening protection system is determined
7. Apply 7.1 Electromagnetic radiation sources are identified
Electromagnetic field 7.2 Detectors of Electromagnetic radiations are determined
Theory 7.3 Electromagnetic waves are applied
7.4 Electromagnetics Laws are Identified
7.5 Behaviours and effects of Electromagnetic waves are established
8. Apply 8.1 Electrostatics terms are identified
Electrodynamics 8.2 Magnetostatics terms are identified
8.3 Electrodynamics laws are identified
9. Apply Energy and 9.1 Energy conservation theorem is identified
Momentum in 9.2 Electromagnetic Energy flow is determined
Electromagnetic field
10. Apply transients in 10.1 Growth and decay in R-L-C circuits are determined
Electrical Circuit 10.2 Calculations involving Growth and decay in R-L-C are performed
Analysis
11. Use Two Port 11.1 Basic passive networks are performed
networks 11.2 Characteristic impedance is determined
11.3 Types of transmission lines and their applications are performed
12. Demonstrate 12.1 Use of Refrigeration and Air conditioning is demonstrated
understanding of 12.2 Installation of the Refrigeration and Air conditioning system is

Refrigeration and Air simulated
conditioning
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. SI unit 1.1 Power – Watts (W)
1.2 Current – Amperes (A)
1.3 Resistance – Ohms(Ω)
1.4 Voltage – Volts (V)
2. Quantities 2.1 Charge
2.2 Force
2.3 Work
2.4 Power

Required Skills
 Apply basic Electrical formulas
 Use of basic Electrical instruments
 Perform various unit conversions of Electrical quantities
 Electrical earthing
 Lightening arrestors
 Power factor correction
 logical thinking
 problem solving

 applying statistics
 drawing graphs
Required knowledge
 Electrical power calculations
 Various laws in Electrical engineering
 Electrical formulas
 Power triangle
 SI units of various electrical parameters
 Earthing testing
 Lightening arrestor testing
 Selecting the correct type of electrical machines for various uses
 Types and purpose of measuring instruments
 Units of measurement and abbreviations
EVIDENCE GUIDE
1 Critical aspects of Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

Competency 1.1 Applied the correct SI units of Electrical quantities
1.2 Stated, Calculate and relates the quantities in Ohm’s law
1.3 Identified the components of an earthing system
1.4 Stated and apply various laws in Electrical system
1.5 Differentiated between AC and DC network
1.6 Applied correct formulas in the calculation of AC and DC machines
1.7 Used power triangle in calculating power factor
1.8 Applied various methods in power factor correction
1.9 Identified types of lightening arrestors and their applications

3.3 Written tests
4. Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
5. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.
PREPARE AND INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWINGS
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required to prepare and interpret technical drawings. It
involves competencies to select, use and maintain drawing equipment and materials. It
also involves producing plain geometry drawings, solid geometry drawings, pictorial and
orthographic drawings and application of Computer Aided Design (CAD) packages.

ELEMENT
1.0 Use and maintain drawing 1.1 Drawing equipment are identified and gathered
according to task requirements
equipment and materials
1.2 Drawing materials are identified and gathered
according to task requirements
1.3 Drawing equipment are used and maintained as per
manufacturer’s instructions
1.4 Drawing materials are used as per workplace
procedures
1.5 Waste materials are disposed in accordance with
workplace procedures and environmental
legislations
1.6 Personal Protective Equipment is used according to
occupational safety and health regulations

ELEMENT
2.0 Produce plane geometry 2.1 Different types of lines used in drawing and their
drawings meanings are identified according to standard
drawing conventions
2.2 Different types of geometric forms are constructed
according to standard conventions
2.3 Different types of angles are constructed according
to principles of trigonometry
2.4 Different types of angles are measured using
appropriate measuring tools
2.5 Angles are bisected according to standard
conventions
2.6 Freehand sketching of different types of geometric
forms, tools, equipment, diagrams is conducted
3.0 Produce solid geometry 3.1 Drawings of patterns are interpreted according to
drawings standard conventions
3.2 Patterns are developed in accordance with standard
conventions
4.0 Produce orthographic and 4.1 Symbols and abbreviations are identified and their
pictorial drawings meaning interpreted according to standard drawing
conventions
4.2 First and third angle orthographic drawings are
interpreted and produced in accordance with the
standard conventions
4.3 Orthographic elevations are dimensioned in
accordance with standard conventions
4.4 Isometric drawings are interpreted and produced in
accordance with standard conventions
4.5 Assembly drawing is produced and interpreted in
line with the operating standards
5. Produce electrical drawings  Electrical symbols and abbreviations are
identified and their meaning interpreted
according to BS 3939
1. Electrical drawings are produced in accordance
with BS 3939

ELEMENT
6. Apply CAD packages 1.1 CAD packages are selected according to task
requirements
1.2 CAD packages are applied in production of
electrical drawings
RANGE
Variable Range
1. Drawing equipment Drawing boards, T and set squares, drawing sets,
computers with CAD packages
2. Drawing materials Drawing papers, pencils, erasers, masking tapes, paper
clips
3. Environmental EMCA 1999
legislations
4. Personal Protective Dust coats, closed leather shoes
Equipment
5. Geometric forms Circles, triangles, rectangles, parallelogram, polygons,
pyramids, conic sections, prisms, loci
6. Standard conventions  Anatomy of engineering drawing (title block,
coordinate grid system, revision block, notes and
legends)
 Drawing scale (paper size and drawing symbols)
 International drawing standards
7. Electrical drawings Block, schematic, circuit, line and wiring diagrams
Required skills
 Critical thinking
 Drawing

 Interpretation
 Drawing equipment handling
 Analysis and synthesis
 Communication
 Inter personal
Required knowledge
 Drawing equipment and materials

 Freehand sketching
 Lettering
 Geometrical constructions
 Types of drawings
 Types of lines
 Isometric drawing conventions, features, characteristics, components
 Orthographic drawing conventions, features, characteristics, components
 Sketches and drawings of simple patterns
EVIDENCE GUIDE
criteria, required knowledge and understanding and range.
1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Applied and adhered to safety procedures
1.2 Cared and maintained drawing equipment
1.3 Interpreted circuit, assembly and lay out diagrams
1.4 Applied appropriate technical standards, used proper tools
and equipment for a given task
1.5 Produced sketches and drawings
1.6 Applied CAD packages in production of drawings
2. Resource Resources the same as that of workplace are advised to be

Implications applied.

2.1 Drawing room
2.2 Drawing equipment and materials
2.3 Computers
2.4 CAD packages
Assessment 3.1 Practical tests
3.2 Observation
Assessment workplace or a simulated work place setting

assessment

APPLY MECHANICAL SCIENCE PRINCIPLES
Unit description
This unit describes the competencies required by a technician to apply mechanical
science principles in their work. It includes determining forces in a system, demonstrating
knowledge of moments, understanding friction principles, understanding motions in
engineering, describing work, energy and power, performing machine calculations,
demonstrating gas principles, applying heat knowledge, applying density knowledge and
applying pressure principles.
These describe the key outcomes These are assessable statements which specify the
which make up workplace required level of performance for each of the
function. elements.
Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the
Range.
1. Determine forces in a system 1.1 Forces are defined and described
1.2 Forces theorems are described
1.3 Resultant of coplanar forces are determined.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of 2.1 Moments are defined

moments 2.2 Moments are calculated
2.3 Principles of moments are described
2.4 Couples are identified and applied in
engineering systems.
3. Understand friction principles 3.1 Laws of friction are identified
3.2 Limiting friction is calculated
3.3 Forces applied at an angle to a horizontal
plane are calculated
3.4 Coefficient of friction is calculated
3.5 Advantages and disadvantages of friction are
identified.
4. Understand motions in 4.1 Motion concepts are discussed
engineering 4.2 Laws of motion are identified
4.3 Motion calculations are performed

These describe the key outcomes These are assessable statements which specify the
which make up workplace required level of performance for each of the
function. elements.
Range.
4.4 Displacement/time graphs are applied
5. Describe work, energy and 5.1 Work is calculated
power 5.2 Energy is calculated
5.3 Power calculations are performed
6. Perform machine calculations 6.1 Problems on simple machines are solved
6.2 Problems on levers are solved
6.3 Laws of machines are identified
7. Demonstrate gas principles 7.1 Gas laws are identified
7.2 Gas laws are applied in solving engineering
problems
7.3 Uses of gases in engineering systems are
identified
8. Apply heat knowledge 8.1 Heat concepts are discussed
8.2 Working principle of heat is defined
8.3 Heat capacity is discussed
8.4 Heat problems are solved
9. Apply density knowledge 9.1 Density terminology are discussed
9.2 Density measurements are carried out
9.3 Density problems are solved
10. Apply pressure principles 10.1 Pressure concepts are discussed
10.2 Working principles of pressure is
discussed
10.3 Pressure problems are solved
10.4 Pressure applications are identified
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
 Forces theorems may  Parallelogram

include but not limited to:  Triangle
 Polygon
 Problems on simple  Machine advantage
machines may include but  Velocity ratio
not limited to:  Efficiency
 Gas laws may include but  Boyles law
not limited to:  Charles law
 Gas equation
 Density terminology may  Density
include but not limited to:  Relative density
 Pressure applications may  Vacuum pump
include but not limited to:  Hydraulic pump
 Hydrometers
 Principles may include but  Newton’s laws of motion
not limited to:  Law of conservation of linear momentum
 Law of conservation of energy
 Archimedes’ principle
 Mechanical calculations  Mechanical advantage
may include but not  Efficiency
limited to:  Torque
 Power/Energy
 Work done
 Laws of fluids may  Pascal’s principle
include but not limited to:  Gas laws

Required Skills
 Apply basic mechanical formulas
 Use of basic mechanical machines
 Perform various unit conversions of mechanical quantities
 Basic mechanical systems design
 Mechanical machine operation

 Problem solving
 Drawing graphs
Required knowledge
 Newton’s law
 Levers
 Gear trains
 Laws of conservation of energy
 Laws of friction
 Type of forces
 Thermodynamics
 Calculation of fluid pressure and flow rate
 Mechanical advantage and efficiency calculations
 Properties of materials
 Gas laws
 SI units of mechanical energy.
 Power transmission systems
 Parameters of fluid system
 Operation of mechanical machines
 Mechanical calculation of power, energy, work done, torque and safety factor
 Units of measurement, conversions and abbreviations
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Competency 1.1 Determined forces in a system
1.2 Demonstrated knowledge of moments
1.3 Understood friction principles
1.4 Understood motions in engineering
1.5 Described work, energy and power
1.6 Performed machine calculations

1.7 Demonstrated gas principles
1.8 Applied heat knowledge
1.9 Applied density knowledge
1.10 Applied pressure principles
2 Resource The following resources should be provided:
2.5 Measuring tools and equipment
2.6 Sample materials to be tested
3 Methods of Competency in this unit may be assessed through:
3.3 Case studies
3.4 Written tests
4 Context of Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
Assessment through accredited institution
5 Guidance Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
information for workplace and job role is recommended.
assessment

APPLY THERMODYNAMICS PRINCIPLES
UNIT CODE:ENG/OS/MDE/CC/06/6/A
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit describes the competencies required by a technician in order to apply
thermodynamics principles in their work. It includes understanding fundamentals of
thermodynamics, performing steady flow processes, performing non steady flow
processes, understanding perfect gases, generating steam, performing thermodynamics
reversibility and entropy, understanding idea gas cycle, demonstrating fuel and
combustion, perform heat transfer, understanding heat exchangers, understanding air
compressors, understanding gas turbines and understanding of impulse steam turbines

These describe the key outcomes These are assessable statements which specify
which make up workplace function. the required level of performance for each of
the elements.
Range.
1. Understand fundamentals of 1.1 Terms used in thermodynamics are described
thermodynamics 1.2 Thermodynamics processes and cycles are
described
1.3 First law of thermodynamics is applied
2. Perform steady flow processes 2.1 Steady flow energy equation is derived
2.2 Steady flow energy equation is applied in
problem solving
2.3 Steady flow energy equation is applied in
utilities
3. Perform non steady flow 3.1 Non-flow energy equation is derived

processes 3.2 Non-flow energy equation is applied in
problem solving
4. Understand perfect gases 4.1 Perfect gas laws are stated
4.2 Gas laws experiment are carried out
4.3 Gas laws are applied
5. Generate steam 5.1 Dryness fraction is determined

the elements.
Range.
5.2 Relationship between pressure and boiling
point is determined
5.3 Energy balance is carried out
5.4 Relationship between temperature and
pressure is determined.
6. Perform thermodynamics 6.1 Thermodynamics reversibility is explained
reversibility and entropy 6.2 Principles of heat engine are explained
6.3 Second law of thermodynamics is applied
6.4 Entropy is explained in thermodynamics
cycle
7. Understand idea gas cycle 7.1 Ideal gas cycle processes are explained
7.2 Air standard efficiency and actual
efficiency are differentiated
7.3 Problems are solved in ideal gas cycle
8. Demonstrate fuel and 8.1 Fuels are classified
combustion 8.2 Properties of fuels are described
8.3 Combustion equation are derived
8.4 Combustion equation is applied to
combustion and exhaust gas problems
9. Perform heat transfer 9.1 Conduction equation is derived and applied
from Fourier’s law
9.2 Heat transfer equation is derived and
applied from Newton’s law of cooling and
Fourier’s law
10. Understand heat exchangers 10.1 Heat exchangers are classified
10.2 Recuperative heat exchangers are
described
10.3 Heat equations are applied to solve heat
exchanger problems
11. Understand air compressors 11.1 Air compressors are classified
11.2 Types of air compressors are described
11.3 Equations of reciprocating compressors

the elements.
Range.
are derived and applied
12. Understand gas turbines 12.1 Theoretical cycle for gas turbines is
explained
12.2 Open cycle gas turbine is described
12.3 Closed cycle gas turbine is described
12.4 Gas turbine equations are derived and
applied
13. Understand impulse steam 13.1 Principles of operations of the impulse
turbines steam turbines is described
13.2 Impulse steam turbine equation is
derived and applied
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Utilities 1.1 Boilers
1.2 Condensers
1.3 Compressors
1.4 Nozzles
1.5 Throttling processes
2. Perfect gas laws 2.1 Boyle’s law
2.2 Charle’s law
2.3 Joule’s law
3. Principles 3.1 Newton’s laws of motion
3.2 Law of conservation of linear momentum
3.3 Law of conservation of energy
3.4 Archimedes’ principle
4. Types of air compressors 4.1 Reciprocating
4.2 Blowers

4.3 Sliding valves
5. Types of air compressors 5.1 Compounding
5.2 Multistage impulse turbine

Required Skills
 Apply basic mechanical formulas
 Use of basic mechanical machines
 Perform various unit conversions of mechanical quantities
 Basic mechanical systems design
 Mechanical machine operation
 Problem solving
 Drawing graphs
Required knowledge
 Newton’s law
 Levers
 Gear trains
 Laws of conservation of energy
 Laws of friction
 Type of forces
 Thermodynamics
 Calculation of fluid pressure and flow rate
 Mechanical advantage and efficiency calculations
 Gas laws
 SI units of mechanical energy.
 Power transmission systems
 Parameters of fluid system
 Operation of mechanical machines

 Mechanical calculation of power, energy, work done, torque and safety factor
 Units of measurement, conversions and abbreviations
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Competency 1.1 Identified Principles of mechanical science
1.2 Performed mechanical calculations of a system
1.3 Identified types of forces on a system
1.4 Calculated resultant forces on plane framework
1.5 Identified application of forces on the production flow
1.6 Tested mechanical properties of a materials
1.7 Identified tools and equipment for measuring system parameters
1.8 Recorded and interpreted measured parameters.
1.9 Operated Power transmission systems
2.8 Measuring tools and equipment
2.9 Sample materials to be tested
7.3 Case studies
7.4 Written tests
8. Context of Assessment Competency may be assessed individually in the actual workplace or
9. Guidance information Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector,
for assessment workplace and job role is recommended.

DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF MEDICAL ELECTRONICS
UNIT DESCRIPTION
This unit covers the competencies required to demonstrate understanding of Electronics.
Competencies includes; Apply semiconductor theory, Applying semiconductor diodes,
demonstrating understanding of transistors, Applying special semiconductor devices,
Performing rectification, applying amplifiers, microprocessors, demonstrating
understanding of oscillators, applying wave shaping and pulse generation circuit and
application of Opto-electronics..
ELEMENT
1. Identify electronic 1.1 Electronic components are identified
components 1.2 Electronic component rating values are determined
as per the standards
2. Demonstrate 2.1 Types of materials are established in line with
understanding of semiconductor theory
semiconductor theory 2.2 Semiconductor materials are identified as per their
electrical conductivity properties
3. Demonstrate 3.1 Types of diodes are identified as per their
understanding of functionality
semiconductor diodes 3.2 Diodes characteristics are determined as per their
properties
3.3 Forward and reverse bias characteristics are
established as per the properties of the
semiconductor material
4. Demonstrate understanding 4.1 Transistors are identified as per their characteristics
of transistors 4.2 NPN and PNP are determined as per their operation
4.3 P and N channels are identified as per their
operation

ELEMENT
4.4 Biasing and determination of gain of transistors is
performed as per their standard operating
procedure
4.5 Transistor configuration is performed as per their
application
5 Apply special 5.1 Special semiconductor devices are identified as per
semiconductor devices their operation
5.2 Special semiconductors are applied as per their
standard operating procedure
4.3 Types of special semiconductor devices are
identified
6. Demonstrate 6.1 Transformers are identified as per their functionality
understanding of D.C 6.2 Types of rectifiers are identified as per their
regulated power supply functions
6.3 Classes of rectifiers are identified as per their input
voltage
6.4 Applications of rectifiers are established
6.5 Smoothening circuits are identified as per their
functions
6.6 Stabilizing circuits are identified
6.7 Converters are identified as per their functions
6.8 Applications of converters are established as per
their functions
7. Apply amplifiers 7.1 Types of amplifiers are identified as per their
functions
7.2 Operational amplifier is identified as per its
applications
7.3 Characteristics of operational amplifiers are
determined
8. Demonstrate 8.1 Oscillators are classified as per their operation
understanding of 8.2 Types of oscillators is determined as per their
oscillators applications

ELEMENT
8.3 Damped and Undamped oscillation is performed as
per oscillator operation
9. Apply wave shaping and 9.1 Wave shaping and pulse generation circuits are
pulse generation circuit performed as per their standard operating procedure
10. Apply opto-electronics 10.1 Types of Opt-electronics semiconductors are
identified as per the operation characteristics
10.2 Diodes are classified as per their operation
11. Demonstrate 11.1 Number systems are identified
understanding of number 11.2 Binary arithmetic is performed
systems and binary codes 11.3 Binary numbers are converted to other number
systems
11.4 Binary codes are identified and converted to
other codes
12. Demonstrate 12.1 Basic logic gates are identified
understanding of basic 12.2 Basic logic gates are applied in implementation
logic gates of electronic circuits
13. Demonstrate knowledge of 13.1 Microprocessors are identified
microprocessors 13.2 Microprocessors are programmed as per the
manufacturer’s instructions
13.3 Microprocessors are applied in instrumentation
14. Perform electronic fault 14.1 Components of faults are identified
diagnosis 14.2 Faults on electronic circuits are located as per
method of fault finding
14.3 Equipment manuals and manufacturer’s data
sheets are interpreted
RANGE
apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.
Variable Range
1. Electronic components 1.1 Resistors
1.2 Capacitors

Variable Range
1.3 Diodes
1.Materials 1.4 Insulators
1.5 Conductors
1.6 Semiconductors
2. Diodes 2.1 Photo diodes
2.2 Laser
2.3 Zener diodes
2.4 Light emitting diode
2.5 Schottky diodes
3.1 BJTs
3. Transistors
3.2 FETs
4.1 Forward bias

4. Biasing
4.2 Reverse bias
9.1 RC coupled amplifiers
5. Amplifiers
9.2 Small signal amplifiers
9.3 Power amplifiers
9.4 Tuned amplifier
9.5 Wide band amplifiers
9.6 Op-Amp amplifiers
6. Oscillators  Tuned collector
 RC phase shift
 Colpits
 Hartley
 Crystal
 Blocking
7. Number systems  Decimal
 Binary
 Hexadecimal
 Octal
8. Basic logic gates  AND
 OR
 NOT

Variable Range
9. Components of faults  Printed circuit board (PCB)
 Resistors
 Capacitors
 Transformers and coils
 Semi-conductor devices
 Linear IC
 Digital IC
10. Method of fault finding  Input to output method
 Output to input method
 Half-split method
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

The individual needs to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
1.1 The manufacturer's warranty requirements relating to electronic materials
1.2 The legal and statutory requirements relating to Electronics
1.3 workplace procedures relevant to:
1.3.1 Health and safety;
1.3.2 The environment (including waste disposal);
1.3.3 Appropriate personal and protective equipment;
1.4 Workplace procedures for:
1.4.1 Appropriate use of tools and equipment;
1.4.2 Electronics operations
1.4.3 Reporting of technical challenges
1.5 The importance of documenting Electronics operations manuals
1.6 The importance of working within agreed timelines and sharing progress reports.
1.7 The relationship between time and costs.
1.8 The importance of reporting anticipated delays to relevant parties promptly.
2. The use of technical information including:
2.1 How to find, interpret and use sources of technical information for project
activities
2.2 The importance of using the correct sources of technical information.

FOUNDATION SKILLS
The individual needs to demonstrate the following foundation skills:
 Amplifier construction  Decision making;
 Communications (verbal and written);  First aid;
 Proficient in ICT;  Electronics biasing
 Time management; 
 Analytical
 Problem solving;
 Planning;
EVIDENCE GUIDE
performance criteria, required knowledge and understanding and range.
1. Critical Aspects Assessment requires evidence that the candidate:

of Competency 1.1 Identified electronic components
1.2 Identified different semiconductor material
1.3 Demonstrated understanding in biasing of semiconductor
materials
1.4 Identified special semiconductor devices
1.5 Performed forward and reverse biasing of semiconductor
materials
1.6 Identified different types of transistors
1.7 Classified various types of oscillators
1.8 Identified various types of opto-electronics semiconductors
1.9 Demonstrated understanding of number systems and binary
codes
1.10 Demonstrated understanding of basic logic gates
1.11 Demonstrated knowledge of microprocessors
1.12 Performed electronic fault diagnosis
The following resources must be provided:
2. Resource
2.1 Stationeries
Implications

2.2 Reference materials
2.3 Practical materials
2.4 Measuring instruments
2.5 Tools
Resources the same as that of workplace are advised to be applied
Competency may be assessed through:
3. Methods of
3.1 Oral test
Assessment
3.2 Written test
3.3 Observation
3.4 Practical demonstration
Assessment workplace or through a simulated work place setting
assessment

APPLY HOSPITAL ENGINEERING PRINCIPLES
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to apply hospital engineering principles. It
involves competencies to demonstrate understanding of biomedical measurements, carry
out biomedical measurements and controls, install and operate electrical machines and
perform system installation and distribution.
ELEMENT
These describe the
These are assessable statements which specify the required level of
key outcomes which
performance for each of the elements.
make up workplace
function.
1. Demonstrate 1.1 Categories of biomedical measurements are identified
understanding 1.2 Human body vital signs are measured
of biomedical 1.3 Sources of errors are identified and classified.
measurements 1.4 Measurement errors are considered as per the type of measurement
2. Carry out 2.1 Elements of measurement systems are identified and functions
biomedical described
measurements 2.2 Block diagrams are drawn to represent the measurement system
and controls 2.3 Transducer types are identified and applied in measurement systems
2.4 Pressure measurement instruments are identified and applied in
measurement systems
2.5 Level measurement methods are identified
2.6 Flow meters types are identified and applied in flow measurement
2.7 Temperature measurement is performed based on the method
2.8 Basic control components are identified
2.9 Fault in control circuits are diagnosed based on the type control
circuit
2.10 Open and closed loop power control are performed as per SOPs
2.11 Sequence control circuits are designed using conventional
methods
2.12 Programmable Logic controllers (PLC’s) programs are written
and applied in sequence control programs.
3. Install and 3.1 Electrical machines are identified as per SOPs
operate electrical 3.2 Electrical machines are installed and commissioned as per
machines manufacturer’s specifications
3.3 Rewinding of motors and transformers is carried out as per
manufacturer’s specifications
3.4 Industrial drives are assembled and disassembled as per

3.5 Electrical machines are maintained as per manufacturer’s
specifications
4. Perform system 4.1 Call and alarm circuits are identified and installed as per
installation and manufacturer’s specifications
distribution 4.2 Earthing and protection systems are identified and installed as per
4.3 Installation testing is carried out on completed and existing
installations
4.4 Faults in electrical installations are evaluated and rectified
4.5 Domestic lighting and power circuits are identified and installed as
per workplace procedures
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Categories include but  Direct
not limited to :  Indirect
 Null
2. vital signs include but  Cardio-vascular
not limited to  Blood pressure
 Blood flow
 Heart sound
 Temperature
3. Transducer include but  Resistive
not limited to  Capacitive
 Inductive
 Thermal
 Electromagnetic
 Piezo electric
 Opto electric
 Elastic
4. Pressure measurement  Manometer

instruments include but  Bourdon tubes
not limited to:  Bellows
 Diaphragm
 Bell gauges
 Ring balance gauges

5. Level measurement  Dip stick
methods include but not  Sight glass
limited to :  Pressure method
 Buoyancy
 Electrical method
o Conductivity
o Capacitive
o Radiation
6. Flow meters types  Positive displacement

include but not limited  Inferential
to :  Weight
7. Method include but not  Bimetallic
limited to:  Liquid in glass
 Liquid in metal
 Vapour pressure
 Gas filled
 Resistance thermometers
 Thermocouples
8. Basic control  Contactors

component include but  Relays
not limited to:  Sensing switches
 Float switches
 Timers
 Sequences
9. Fault in control  Short circuit

circuits include but not  Open circuit
limited to:  Mal operation
10. Conventional method  Contactors
include but not limited  Timers
to:  Relays
 Switches
 interlocks
11. Electrical machines  DC machines
include but not limited  AC machines
to: o Single phase
o Three phase

12. Call and alarm circuits  Burglar alarm circuits
include but not limited  Fire alarm circuits
to:  Nurse call system
13. Earthing and  Earth electrode
protection systems  Fusing
include but not limited  Resistance
to:  Circuits breakers
14. Installation testing  Insulation resistance
include but not limited  Polarity
to:  Continuity

Required Skills
 Use of tools and equipment
 Mechanical skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge
 Safety precautions
 Fault diagnosis
 Electrical principles
 Electronics
 Hospital hygiene
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Performed biomedical measurements
1.2 Carried out measurements and controls
1.3 Installed and operated electrical machines
1.4 Performed system installation and distribution
2. Resource The following resources must be provided:
Implications 3. Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated
4. Materials relevant to the proposed activity or tasks
5.2 Oral presentation
5.3 Projects
5.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN HOSPITAL PLANT SYSTEMS
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to operate and maintain hospital plant
systems. It involves competencies to observe hospital hygiene, sterilization equipment,
water systems, steam systems, medical gases and vacuum systems, kitchen equipment,
laundry equipment and hospital sanitation
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Observe 1.1 Micro-organisms are classified as per their level of risks
hospital 1.2 Disinfection is carried out while observing safety standards
hygiene 1.3 Sterilization is carried out while observing safety standards
2. Maintain 2.1 Sterilization equipment are identified and inspected as per workplace
sterilization procedures
equipment 2.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the type of sterilization
equipment
2.3 Identified faults are repaired as per service manuals
2.4 Worn out parts are replaced as per the service manuals
3. Maintain water 3.1 Types of water pumps are identified as per operational principle
systems 3.2 Water storage systems are installed as per SOPs
3.3 Water heating systems are installed as per SOPs
3.4 Water distribution systems are maintained as per SOPs
4. Maintain steam 4.1 Steam system parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
systems procedures
4.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the type of steam system
4.3 Steam system operations are carried out as per SOPs
4.4 Steam system is descaled as per SOPs
4.5 Flame tube is checked for functionality and repaired as per service
manual
4.6 Steam controls are checked for functionality and repaired as per
service manual
4.7 Identified faults are repaired/replaced as per service manuals
4.8 Safety and functional tests are performed as per manufacturer’s
specifications
5. Maintain medical 5.1 Medical gases are identified
gases and 5.2 Safety colour coding is performed as per the SOPs
vacuum systems 5.3 Medical gas distribution systems are checked for functionality and

repaired as per service manual
5.4 Gas analyzers are checked for functionality and calibrated as per
service manual
specifications
6. Maintain kitchen 6.1 Kitchen equipment are identified and inspected as per workplace
equipment procedures
6.2 Energy supplies to kitchen equipment are checked as per service
manual
6.3 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the type of kitchen equipment
7. Maintain laundry 7.1 Laundry equipment are identified and inspected as per workplace
7.2 Energy supplies to laundry equipment are checked as per service
manual
7.3 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the type of laundry equipment
8. Maintain hospital 8.1 Sanitation systems are identified and inspected as per workplace
sanitation procedures
8.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the type of sanitation system
8.3 Obsolete medical tools, equipment and materials are disposed as per
environmental regulations.
9. Maintain 9.1 Refrigeration and air conditioning components are identified and
refrigeration and inspected as per workplace procedures
air conditioning 9.2 Energy supplies to refrigeration and air conditioning system are
system checked as per service manual
9.3 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the type of refrigeration and
air conditioning system
9.5 Worn out parts are replaced
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Disinfection include but not limited  Chemical
to :  Heat

2. Sterilization include but not limited  Heat
to  Radiation
 Filtration
3. Sterilization equipment include but  Table boilers
not limited to  Autoclave
 Hot air oven
4. Steam system parts include but not  Furnace
limited to :  Burner
 Heat source
 Valves
 Feed water pump
5. Steam system operations  Pressure control
include but not limited to:  Water level control
 Blow down
 Start-up procedure
 Feed water treatment
6. Steam controls include but not  Steam traps
limited to:  Strainers
 Steam separators
 Shut-off valves
 Pressure reducing valves
7. Kitchen equipment include but not  Cookers
limited to:  Ovens
 Food processing equipment
 Food preserving equipment
8. Laundry equipment include but not  Washing machine
limited to :  Driers
 Pressing boxes
 Hydro-extractors
9. Medical gases include but not  Oxygen
limited to :  Medical air
 Carbon dioxide
 Nitrous oxide
 Compressed air
 Vacuum
10. Safety colour coding include but not  European
limited to :  American
 Local

11. Medical gas distribution systems  Portable
include but not limited to :  Central
 Pressure regulators
 Pressure gauges
12. Energy supplies include but not  Electricity
limited to :  Gas
 Water
 steam
13. Sanitation systems include but not  Drainage systems
limited to:  Natural sewage treatment systems
 Hospital waste system
 Toxic gas system
14. Water pumps include but not  Reciprocating pumps
limited to:  Hand pumps
 Centrifugal pumps
15. Water heating systems include but  Electric heaters
not limited to:  Gas heaters
 Solar heaters
 Steam calorifiers
 instant hot water heater
Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge
 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Observed hospital hygiene
1.2 Maintained sterilization equipment
1.3 Maintained steam systems
1.4 Maintained water systems
1.5 Maintained medical gases and vacuum systems
1.6 Maintained kitchen equipment
1.7 Maintained laundry equipment
1.8 Maintained hospital sanitation
1.9 Maintained refrigeration and air conditioning system
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

APPLY HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY PRINCIPLES
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to apply human anatomy and physiology
principles. It involves competencies to, demonstrate knowledge of anatomical terms and
body locations, cells, tissues and organs, skeletal and muscular system, blood and
circulatory system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, nervous system,
endocrine system, reproductive system, special sense and Perform basic patient care and
medical ethics.
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Demonstrate 1.1 Medical terminologies are defined with reference to the human body
knowledge of 1.2 Human body compartments are identified as per SOPs
anatomical 1.3 Medical equipment are identified in relation to human body systems
terms and body
locations
2. Demonstrate 2.1 The eukaryotic cell is sketched and labelled
knowledge of 2.2 Cells are classified based on their tissues
cells, tissues 2.3 Anatomy and physiology of tissues are listed
and organs
3. Demonstrate 3.1 Bones and their positions are named and illustrated
understanding 3.2 Main joints are identified
of skeletal and 3.3 Main muscles are identified
muscular 3.4 Common disease and disorders of the skeletal and muscular systems
system are identified
3.5 Diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are identified as
per bone and muscle type
4. Demonstrate 4.1 Blood constituents are listed
knowledge of 4.2 Human heart is sketched and labelled
blood and 4.3 Blood vessels are identified and located on the human body
circulatory 4.4 Heart rhythm is illustrated by an electrocardiograph (ECG)
system 4.5 Common disease and disorders of the blood and circulatory systems
are identified
4.6 Diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are identified as
per circulatory system.
5. Demonstrate 5.1 The respiratory system is sketched and labelled
knowledge of 5.2 Common disease and disorders of the respiratory systems are

respiratory identified
system 5.3 Diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are identified as
per respiratory system.
6. Demonstrate 6.1 The digestive system is sketched and labelled
knowledge of 6.2 Common disease and disorders of the digestive systems are identified
digestive 6.3 Diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are identified as
system per digestive system.
7. Demonstrate 7.1 The urinary system is sketched and labelled
knowledge of 7.2 Common disease and disorders of the urinary systems are identified
urinary system 7.3 Diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are identified as
per urinary system.
8. Demonstrate 8.1 The nervous system is sketched and labelled
knowledge of 8.2 Common disease and disorders of the nervous systems are identified
nervous system 8.3 Diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are identified as
per nervous system.
9. Demonstrate 9.1 The endocrine system is sketched and labelled
knowledge of 9.2 Common disease and disorders of the endocrine systems are
endocrine identified
system 9.3 Diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are identified as
per endocrine system.
10. Demonstrate 10.1 The reproductive system is sketched and labelled
knowledge of 10.2 Common disease and disorders of the reproductive systems are
reproductive identified
system 10.3 Diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are
identified as per reproductive system.
11. Demonstrate 11.1 Special sensory organs are identified, sketched and labelled.
knowledge of 11.2 Common disease and disorders are identified as per special
special sensory sensory organs
organs 11.3 Diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are
identified as per special sensory organ.
12. Demonstrate 12.1 The tooth and buccal cavity is sketched and labelled
knowledge of 12.2 Common dental disease and disorders are identified
dental anatomy 12.3 Dental diagnostic and therapeutic measures and equipment are
identified.
13. Perform basic 13.1 Basic patient care is observed
patient care 13.2 Medical ethics and codes of practice are adhered to as per
and medical workplace procedures
ethics
RANGE
performance.

Variable Range
1. Blood constituents  Erythrocytes
may include but not  Leucocytes
limited to:  Platelets
 Monocytes
 Neutrophils
 Lymphocytes
 Basophils
 Eosinophils
2. Blood vessels include  Veins
but not limited to :  Arteries
 Capillaries
3. Medical terminologies  cardio-
include but not limited  pulmonary-
to  neuro-
 osteo-
 -tis
 -sis
4. Special sensory organs  Eye
include but not limited  Ear
to:

Required Skills
 Drawing/sketching skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge
 Medical terminologies
 Human body systems
 Functions of the human body organs
 Vital body organs

 Medical ethics and codes of practice
 Medical equipment
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Defined medical terminologies
1.2 Sketched and labelled the eukaryotic cell
1.3 Named and illustrated bones and their positions
1.4 Identified main joints and muscles
1.5 Listed blood constituents
1.6 Sketched and labelled human heart
1.7 Identified and located blood vessels on the human body
1.8 Illustrated heart rhythm by an electrocardiograph (ECG)
1.9 Sketched and labelled the respiratory system
1.10 Sketched and labelled the digestive system
1.11 Sketched and labelled the urinary system
1.12 Sketched and labelled the nervous system
1.13 Sketched and labelled the endocrine system
1.14 Sketched and labelled the reproductive system
1.15 Identified, sketched and labelled special sensory
organs
1.16 Sketched and labelled the tooth and buccal cavity
1.17 Adhered to medical ethics and codes of practice
1.18 Identified common disease and disorders of the
body systems
1.19 Identified diagnostic and therapeutic measures
and equipment
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests


assessment

CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN LABORATORY AND DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT
UNIT CODE: ENG/OS/MDE/CR/01/6/A
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to operate and maintain diagnostic and lab
equipment. This requires the ability to maintain diagnostic set, sphygmomanometer,
water purification equipment, pH meter, microscope, photometer, bacteriological
incubator, centrifuge, analytical balance, blood cell counters, biochemistry analyzers,
biosafety cabinet and endoscopy equipment.
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Maintain 1.1 Parts of the diagnostic set are identified and inspected as per work
diagnostic set place procedures
1.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the user manual
1.3 Bulb is checked and replaced as per service manual
1.4 Drained out battery is replaced
1.5 Identified faults are repaired as per the service manual.
2. Maintain 2.1 Components of sphygmomanometer are identified and inspected as
sphygmomano per work place procedures
meter 2.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the user manual
2.3 Rubber tubing is checked for leakages and repaired/replaced as per
service manual
2.4 Faulty valves are checked and replace/repaired as per service manual
2.5 Mercury level is checked and maintained
2.6 Worn out cuff is repaired/replaced as per service manual
2.7 Calibration is carried out based on the type of sphygmomanometer
and manufacturer’s specifications
3. Maintain water 3.1 Water purification equipment are identified and inspected as per
purification workplace procedures
equipment 3.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the type of water purification
equipment
4. Maintain pH 4.1 pH meter parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
meter procedures
4.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the service manual
4.3 Electrodes are checked for functionality and faulty ones replaced as
per service manuals

4.5 Calibration is carried out using standard solutions
5. Maintain 5.1 Microscope parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
microscope procedures
5.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on service manuals
5.3 Faulty lenses are replaced as per service manual
5.4 Loose adjustment knobs are tightened as per manufacturers
specification
5.5 Faulty bulbs are replaced as per service manuals
6. Maintain 6.1 Photometer parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
photometer procedures
per service manuals
6.5 Calibration is carried out as per manufacturer’s instructions
7. Maintain 7.1 Bacteriological incubator parts are identified and inspected as per
bacteriological workplace procedures
incubator 7.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the service manual
7.3 Temperature sensors are checked for functionality and faulty ones
replaced as per service manuals
7.4 Heating element is checked and replaced if faulty as per service
manual
7.5 Timers are checked for functionality and faulty ones replaced as per
service manuals
7.6 Electrical faults are checked and repaired as per service manuals
8. Maintain 8.1 Centrifuge parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
centrifuge procedures
8.3 Motor is checked for functionality and faulty parts repaired as per
service manuals
8.4 Control unit is checked and repaired as per service manuals
9. Maintain 9.1 Parts of the analytical balance are identified and inspected as per
analytical work place procedures
balance 9.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the user manual
9.3 Analytical balance is calibrated as per manufacturer’s specifications
10. Maintain blood 10.1 Parts of the Blood cell counter are identified and inspected as per
cell counters workplace procedures
10.4 Calibration is carried out as per manufacturer’s specifications
11. Maintain 11.1 Biochemistry analyzers are identified and inspected as per
biochemistry workplace procedures

analyzers 11.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the service manual
11.4 Calibration is carried out as per manufacturer’s specifications
12. Maintain 12.1 Parts of the biosafety cabinet are identified and inspected as per
biosafety workplace procedures
cabinets 12.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the service manual
12.3 Filters are replaced as per service manuals
12.5 Calibration is carried out as per manufacturer’s specification
13. Maintain 13.1 Parts of the biochemistry analyzer are identified and inspected as
endoscopy per workplace procedures
equipment 13.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the service manual
13.4 Calibration is carried out as per
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. type of  aneroid
sphygmomanometer  mercury
include but not limited  electronic
to :
2. Valves include but not  Inlet
limited to  Outlet
 Pressure release
3. Water purification  Distiller
equipment include but  Deionizer
not limited to  Reverse osmosis(RO)
 Filtration equipment
4. Lenses include but not  Eye piece
limited to:  Objective
5. Microscope include but  Light
not limited to :  Electronic
6. Photometer include but  Calorimeter
not limited to :  Spectrophotometer
 Flame photometer

7. Analytical balance  Mechanical
includes but not limited  Electronic
to:
8. Biochemistry analyzers  Ion Selective Electride (ISE)
include but not limited  Blood gas analyzers
to;

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Calibration
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge
 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics
 Standards of calibration
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
1.1 Identified all the parts of the laboratory and diagnostic

Competency equipment
1.2 Performed fault diagnosis based on the service manual
1.3 Checked for functionality of equipment parts
1.4 Replaced faulty parts as per service manuals
1.5 Carried out calibration as per manufacturer’s
specifications
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN OPERATION THEATRE EQUIPMENT
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required by operate and maintain operation theatre
equipment. It involves competencies to maintain operating theatre table, operating theatre
lamp, electro-surgical diathermy equipment, respiratory equipment, anaesthesia
equipment fluid pumps and patient monitoring tools.
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Maintain 1.1 Operating theatre table parts are identified and inspected as per
operating workplace procedures
theatre table 1.2 Fault diagnosis is performed on the mechanical system as per service
manual
1.3 Fault diagnosis is performed on the hydraulic system as per service
manual
1.4 Fault diagnosis is performed on the electrical and electronic system
as per service manual
1.7 Safety tests are performed as per manufacturer’s specifications
2. Maintain 2.1 Operating theatre lamp parts are identified and inspected as per
operating workplace procedures
theatre lamp 2.2 Fault diagnosis is performed on the electrical system as per service
manual
2.3 Operation theatre lamp features are inspected and adjusted as per
3. Maintain 3.1 Electrosurgical diathermy equipment parts are identified and
electro-surgical inspected as per workplace procedures
diathermy 3.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
equipment 3.3 Electrodes are checked for functionality and faulty ones replaced as
per service manuals
3.4 Patient plate is checked as per service manuals
4. Maintain 4.1 Respiratory equipment parts are identified and inspected as per
respiratory workplace procedures

equipment 4.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
5. Maintain 5.1 Anaesthesia equipment parts are identified and inspected as per
anaesthesia workplace procedures
6. Maintain fluid 6.1 Fluid pumps are identified and inspected as per workplace
pumps procedures
6.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
7. Maintain 7.1 Patient monitoring systems are identified and inspected as per
patient workplace procedures
monitoring 7.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
systems 7.3 Identified faults are repaired/replaced as per service manuals
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Operating theatre table  Electro-hydraulic
include but not limited to  Electro-mechanical
:  Mechanical
2. mechanical system  Table top
include but not limited  Table base
to  Accessories
 Holding devices (brakes)
3. Hydraulic system  Pumps
include but not limited  Valves
to  Piping
 Columns
 Hydraulic oil
4. Electrical system  Switches
include but not limited  Relays
to:  Change over system
5. features include but not  Positioning
limited to :  Filters
 Dimmers
 Focusing

6. Respiratory equipment  Respirators
include but not limited  Resuscitators
to :  Spirometers
 Ventilators
7. Anaesthesia equipment  Vaporizer
parts include but not  Anaesthetic unit
limited to: o Gas flow
o Valves
o Flow meters
 Patient circuit
8. Fluid pumps include  Syringe pumps
but not limited to:  Infusion pumps

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge
 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Identified, inspected and repaired operating theatre table
parts
1.2 Identified, inspected and repaired operating theatre lamp
parts
1.3 Identified, inspected and repaired electrosurgical
diathermy equipment parts
1.4 Identified, inspected and repaired respiratory equipment
parts
1.5 Identified, inspected and repaired anaesthesia equipment
parts
1.6 Identified inspected and repaired fluid pumps
1.7 Performed fault diagnosis as per service manual
1.8 Replaced worn out parts as per the service manuals
1.9 Performed safety tests as per manufacturer’s
specifications
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MEDICAL IMAGING EQUIPMENT
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to operate and maintain medical imaging
equipment. It involves competencies to, maintain X-ray equipment, radiography
equipment, computer Tomography equipment (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging
equipment (MRI), Ultrasound equipment radiotherapy equipment, EEG and ECG, visible
and near infrared imaging equipment and thermal imaging equipment
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Maintain X-ray 1.1 X ray machine parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
1.3 X-ray tube parts are checked as per service manual
1.4 Identified faults are repaired as per service manual
1.5 Worn out parts are replaced as per the service manual
2. Maintain 2.1 Radiography equipment parts are identified and inspected as per
radiography workplace procedures
2.3 Film processor is checked as per service manual
3. Maintain 3.1 CT scan parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
computer procedures
Tomography 3.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
equipment 3.3 X-ray tube parts are checked as per service manual
(CT) 3.4 Identified faults are repaired as per service manual
4. Maintain 4.1 MRI parts are identified and inspected as per workplace procedures
Magnetic 4.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
Resonance 4.3 Identified faults are repaired as per service manual
Imaging 4.4 Worn out parts are replaced as per the service manual
equipment
(MRI)
5. Maintain 5.1 Ultrasound equipment parts are identified and inspected as per
Ultrasound workplace procedures

5.3 Probes are checked and replaced if faulty as per service manual
5.4 Faulty parts are repaired/replaced as per the service manual
6. Maintain 6.1 Visible and near infrared (NIR) imaging equipment are identified and
visible and inspected as per workplace procedures
near infrared 6.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
(NIR) imaging 6.3 Identified faults are repaired as per service manual
equipment 6.4 Worn out parts are replaced as per the service manual
6.5 Safety tests are performed
7. Maintain 7.1 Thermal imaging equipment are identified and inspected as per
thermal workplace procedures
imaging 7.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
equipment 7.3 Identified faults are repaired as per service manual
7.5 Safety tests are performed
8. Maintain 8.1 Radiotherapy equipment parts are identified and inspected as per
radiotherapy workplace procedures
9. Maintain 9.1 Nuclear medicine equipment are identified and inspected as per
nuclear workplace procedures
medicine 9.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
equipment 9.3 Identified faults are repaired as per service manual
9.6 Calibration is performed as per manufacturer’s specifications
10. Maintain EEG 10.1 EEG parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
procedures
11. Maintain ECG 11.1 ECG parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
procedures
RANGE

performance.
Variable Range
1. X-ray tube parts  Cathode
include but not  Focusing cup
limited to :  Filament
 Anode
 Vacuum glass envelope
 Oil tank
 High tension and control cables
2. Radiotherapy  Cobalt 60
equipment include but  LINAC
not limited to
3. Nuclear medicine  Gamma camera
equipment include but  PET scan
not limited to

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping

Required Knowledge
 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Identified, inspected and repaired X ray machine parts
1.2 Identified, inspected and repaired Radiography equipment
parts
1.3 Identified, inspected and repaired CT scan parts
1.4 X-ray tube parts are checked as per service
1.5 Identified, inspected and repaired MRI parts
1.6 Identified, inspected and repaired Ultrasound equipment parts
1.7 Identified, inspected and repaired Radiotherapy equipment
parts
1.8 Identified, inspected and repaired visible and near infrared
imaging equipment
1.9 Identified, inspected and repaired thermal imaging equipment
1.10 Identified, inspected and repaired nuclear medicine
equipment
1.12 Checked X-ray tube parts
1.13 Replaced worn out parts are replaced as per the service
manual
1.14 Performed safety tests as per manufacturer’s
specifications
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN ICU EQUIPMENT
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to operate and maintain ICU equipment. It
involves competencies to maintain cardiac pacemakers, cardiac defibrillators, ventilators,
anaesthesia machines and patient monitoring systems.
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Maintain 1.1 Cardiac pacemaker parts are identified and inspected as per
cardiac workplace procedures
pacemakers 1.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
per service manuals
2. Maintain 2.1 Cardiac defibrillators parts are identified and inspected as per
cardiac workplace procedures
defibrillators 2.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
per service manuals
3. Maintain 3.1 Ventilator parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
ventilators procedures
4. Maintain 4.1 Anaesthesia equipment parts are identified and inspected as per
anesthesia workplace procedures
machines 4.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
5. Maintain 5.1 Patient monitoring systems are identified and inspected as per
patient workplace procedures
monitoring 5.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manual
systems 5.3 Identified faults are repaired/replaced as per service manuals

RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Ventilators include but  Mechanical controlled ventilators
not limited to :  Electronic steered ventilators
2. Anaesthesia equipment  Vaporizer
parts include but not  Anaesthetic unit
limited to: o Gas flow
o Valves
o Flow meters
 Patient circuit
3. Patient monitoring  Electro-cardiogram (ECG)
systems include but not  Vital signs monitor
limited to  Pulmonary analyzer

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping

Required Knowledge
 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics

EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Identified, inspected and repaired cardiac pacemaker parts
1.2 Identified, inspected and repaired cardiac defibrillators parts
1.3 Identified, inspected and repaired ventilator parts
1.4 Identified, inspected and repaired anaesthesia equipment
parts
1.5 Identified, inspected and repaired patient monitoring systems
1.7 Replaced faulty parts as per service manuals
1.8 Performed safety tests as per manufacturer’s specifications
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN OPHTHALMIC AND AUDIOLOGY EQUIPMENT
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to operate and maintain ophthalmic and
audiology equipment. It involves competencies to maintain audiometers,
ophthalmoscope, slit-lamp, Retinoscope, eye ultrasound scanner (A&B) and LASER
equipment.

outcomes which make performance for each of the elements.
up workplace function. Bold and italicized terms are elaborated in the Range
1. Maintain 1.1 Audiometer parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
audiometers procedures
1.3 Electrodes are checked for functionality and faulty ones replaced
as per service manuals
1.4 Software is updated as per manufacturer’s specifications
1.5 Electrical circuit is checked and repaired as per service manuals
1.6 Faulty parts are replaced as per the service manuals
2. Maintain 2.1 Ophthalmoscope parts are identified and inspected as per
ophthalmoscope workplace procedures
2.3 Viewing window is checked for clarity
2.4 Rheostat is inspected for functionality and faulty one repaired as
per service manuals
3. Maintain slit 3.1 Slit lamp components are identified and inspected as per
lamp workplace procedures
3.3 Faulty slit lamp components are replaced as per service manual
4. Maintain 4.1 Retinoscope parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
retinoscope procedures
5. Maintain LASER 5.1 LASER equipment parts are identified and inspected as per
equipment workplace procedures

5.3 Light source is checked and replaced as per service manual
6. Maintain eye 6.1 Eye ultrasound scanner (A&B) parts are identified and inspected
ultrasound as per workplace procedures
scanner (A&B) 6.2 Fault diagnosis is performed based on the service manual
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Slit lamp components  Viewing arm
include but not  Eye pieces
limited to :  Magnifying elements
 Illuminating arm
 Light source
 Controls
 Patient positioning frame

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge

 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Identified and inspected Audiometer parts
1.2 Identified and inspected Ophthalmoscope parts
1.3 Identified and inspected Slit lamp components
1.4 Identified and inspected Retinoscope parts
1.5 Identified and inspected eye ultrasound scanner (A&B)
1.6 Replaced faulty parts as per the service manuals
1.7 Identified and inspected LASER equipment parts
1.9 Carried out calibration as per manufacturer’s instructions
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN RENAL EQUIPMENT
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to operate and maintain renal equipment. It
involves competencies to demonstrate knowledge of renal anatomy and physiology,
maintain dialysis machine water treatment plant, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
(CRRT), sphygmomanometer and weighing scales
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Demonstrate 1.1 Renal anatomy and physiology are identified
knowledge of 1.2 Fluid compartments in human body are identified
renal anatomy 1.3 Common kidney failures are identified as per International
and physiology Classification of Diseases (ICD10)
2. Maintain 2.1 Dialysis machine components are identified and inspected as per
dialysis workplace procedures
machine 2.2 Equipment used in dialysis process are identified
2.3 Daily routine maintenance is performed as per manufacturer’s
specification and service manuals
2.9 Safety and functionality tests are performed as per manufacturer’s
specifications
2.10 Dialysis machine is disinfected after every use as per service
manual
3. Maintain water 3.1 Mechanical components are identified and inspected as per
treatment plant workplace procedures
3.3 Water microbiological content is monitored continuously to ensure
they are not present.
3.4 Electrolytes are monitored continuously
3.5 Water pump is checked for functionality and repaired/replaced as per
service manual.
3.7 Functional tests are performed as per manufacturer’s specifications

4. Maintain 4.1 CRRT components are identified and inspected as per workplace
Continuous procedures
Renal 4.2 Equipment used in dialysis process are identified
Replacement 4.3 Daily routine maintenance is performed as per manufacturer’s
Therapy (CRRT) specification and service manuals
4.9 Safety and functionality tests are performed as per manufacturer’s
specifications
4.10 Dialysis machine is disinfected after every use as per service
manual
5. Maintain 5.1 Components of sphygmomanometer are identified and inspected as
sphygmomano per work place procedures
meter 5.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the user manual
5.3 Rubber tubing is checked for leakages and repaired/replaced as per
service manual
5.4 Faulty valves are checked and replace/repaired as per service manual
5.5 Mercury level is checked and maintained
5.6 Worn out cuff is repaired/replaced as per service manual
5.7 Calibration is carried out based on the type of sphygmomanometer
and manufacturer’s specifications
6. Maintain 6.1 Components of weighing scale are identified and inspected as per
weighing scales work place procedures
6.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the user manual
6.3 Worn out parts are is repaired/replaced as per service manual
6.4 Calibration is carried out based on the manufacturer’s specifications
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Dialysis machine  Dialyzer
components include but  Control systems
not limited to  Blood monitor

2. Equipment used in 
dialysis process include 
but not limited to
3. Daily routine  Checking of :
maintenance include o Indicators
but not limited to : o Alarms
o Sensors
4. Mechanical  Water softener
components include but  Carbon filters
not limited to:  Reverse osmosis
 Deionizer
 Storage tank
 Water pumps

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge
 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics
EVIDENCE GUIDE


Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Identified renal anatomy and physiology
1.2 Identified and inspected dialysis machine components
1.3 Identified and inspected Continuous Renal Replacement
Therapy (CRRT),
1.4 Identified and inspected sphygmomanometer
1.5 Identified and inspected weighing scales
1.6 Performed safety and functionality tests as per
1.7 Disinfected dialysis machine after every use as per
service manual
1.8 Identified and inspected water treatment mechanical
components
1.10 Replaced faulty parts as per the service manuals
1.11 Carried out calibration as per manufacturer’s
instructions
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN DENTAL EQUIPMENT
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to operate and maintain dental equipment.
It involves competencies to maintain dental chair, dental unit, dental X-ray and dental
laboratory equipment.
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Maintain 1.1 Dental chair parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
dental chair procedures
1.2 Dental chair movement is checked and adjusted as per the service
manuals
manual
specifications
2. Maintain dental 2.1 Dental unit parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
unit procedures
2.2 Dental unit supplies are inspected as per the service manuals
2.6 Safety tests and functional tests are performed as per manufacturer’s
specifications
3. Maintain dental 3.1 Dental laboratory equipment are identified and inspected as per
laboratory workplace procedures
4. Maintain dental 4.1 Dental X-ray machine parts are identified and inspected as per
X-ray machine workplace procedures

RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Dental chair include  Mechanical
but not limited to :  Electro-mechanical
2. Hydraulic system  Hydraulic pump
include but not limited  Hydraulic valves
to  Pump motor
 Oil reservoir
 Solenoid valves
 Limit switches
3. Dental chair movement  Vertical

include but not limited  Backrest
to  Rotational
4. Dental unit include but  Cuspidor bowl

not limited to:  Dental lamp
 Trimbler filling circuit
 Hand pieces
5. Dental unit supplies  Electrical
include but not limited  Pneumatic
to :  Hydraulic
 Water
 Suction
6. Safety tests include but  Safety valves
not limited to :  Water spillage
 Earth leakage
7. Functional tests include  Hand piece testing
but not limited to:  Drainage
 Lighting

8. Dental laboratory  Moulding machine
equipment include but  Furnace
not limited to:  Polishing machine
 Pressing machine
 Extractor machine
 Ultraviolet radiation
 Wax bath
 Fibre optic light cure equipment
 Amalgametors

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge
 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency
1.1 Identified and inspected dental chair parts
1.2 Checked dental chair movement and adjusted as per the
service manuals
1.3 Performed fault diagnosis on the hydraulic system as per
service manual
1.4 Identified and inspected dental unit parts
1.5 Identified and inspected dental X-ray machine parts
1.6 Inspected dental unit supplies as per the service manuals
1.7 Identified and inspected dental laboratory equipment
1.8 Identified and repaired faults as per service manuals
1.10 Performed safety and functional tests as per
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MATERNITY EQUIPMENT
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required by to operate and maintain maternity
equipment. It involves competencies to demonstrate knowledge of reproductive system,
maintain maternity diagnostic equipment, infant therapeutic equipment and delivery bed
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Demonstrate 1.1 Parts and functions of the reproductive system are identified
knowledge of 1.2 Birth defects are identified as per International Classification Of
reproductive Diseases (ICD10)
system 1.3 Maternity Hygiene is observed as per SOPs
2. Maintain 2.1 Maternity diagnostic equipment parts are identified and inspected as
maternity per workplace procedures
diagnostic 2.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and service
equipment manual
3. Maintain infant 3.1 Infant therapeutic equipment parts are identified and inspected as
therapeutic per workplace procedures
equipment 3.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and service
manual
3.5 Functional and safety tests are performed as per manufacturer’s
specifications
4. Maintain 4.1 Delivery bed parts are identified and inspected as per workplace
delivery bed procedures
4.2 Delivery bed movement is checked and adjusted as per the service
manuals
manual

RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Maternity diagnostic  Thermograph
equipment include but  Ultrasound
not limited to :  Faetoscope
 Phonocardiograph
 Apnea monitor
2. Infant therapeutic  Infant incubator
equipment include but  Baby weighing scale
not limited to  Suction pump
 Infant resuscitaire
 Continuous Positive Airways Pressure (CPAP)
 Phototherapy equipment
 Baby warmer
 Foetal monitor
 Macerator

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge

 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Identified parts and functions of the reproductive system
1.2 Identified and inspected maternity diagnostic equipment
parts
1.4 Identified and inspected infant therapeutic equipment
parts
1.5 Identified and inspected delivery bed parts
1.6 Checked delivery bed movement and adjusted as per the
service manuals
1.7 Performed fault diagnosis as per the type of equipment
and service manual
1.8 Repaired identified faults as per service manuals
1.10 Performed functional tests as per manufacturer’s
specifications
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING
EQUIPMENT
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required by operate and maintain refrigeration and
air conditioning equipment. It involves competencies to maintain commercial
refrigeration unit, hermetic and semi-hermetic units, perform refrigeration pipe work and
central air conditioning system
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Maintain 1.1 Compression refrigeration model components are identified and
commercial inspected as per SOPs
refrigeration 1.2 Electrical circuits are checked for functionality as per the service
unit manual
1.3 Electrical and safety tests are performed as per manufacturer’s
specifications
1.4 Evacuation and charging is performed as per service manual
1.5 Operational parameters are recorded as per workplace procedures
2. Maintain 2.1 Hermetic units are inspected and repaired as per service manuals
hermetic and 2.2 Semi-hermetic units are inspected and repaired as per service
semi-hermetic manuals
units 2.3 Electrical controls are checked as per service manuals
2.4 Compressors mounting is carried out as per manufacturer’s
specifications
2.5 Refrigerant leakages are checked and rectified as per service manuals
2.6 Compressors are overhauled as per manufacturer’s specifications
3. Perform 3.1 Pipework layout is sketched as per SOPs
refrigeration pipe 3.2 Pipework is measured based on the layout
work 3.3 Pipework processes are executed as per SOPs
4. Maintain 4.1 Air conditioning system is inspected as per SOPs
central air 4.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per service manuals
conditioning 4.3 Identified faults are repaired/replaced as per service manuals
system 4.4 Functional tests are performed as per manufacturer’s specifications
RANGE

performance.
Variable Range
15. Compression  Evaporator
refrigeration model  Condenser
components include but  Compressor
not limited to  Refrigeration control
16. Electrical circuits  Power circuit
include but not limited  Control circuit
to
17. Operational  Low pressure
parameters include but  High pressure
not limited to:  Evaporator temperature
 Condenser temperature
 Current consumption
18. Hermetic units include  Starter unit
but not limited to :  Overload protector
 Solenoid starter
 Capacitor start/run
 Split phase
19. Pipework processes  Cutting
include but not limited  Debarring
to :  Bending
 Joining
20. Air conditioning  Heater
system include but not  Humidifier
limited to :  Electrical circuit

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving

 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge
 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Identified and inspected compression refrigeration model
components
1.2 Inspected and repaired hermetic units as per service
manuals
1.3 Inspected and repaired semi-hermetic units as per service
manuals
1.4 Sketched pipework layout
1.5 Measured pipework based on the layout
1.6 Executed pipework processes
1.7 Inspected air conditioning system
1.8 Performed fault diagnosis as per service manuals
1.9 Identified, repaired/replaced faults as per service manuals
1.10 Performed functional tests as per manufacturer’s
specifications
3.3 Projects

3.4 Written tests

assessment

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN PHYSIOTHERAPY EQUIPMENT
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required by operate and maintain physiotherapy
equipment. It involves competencies to maintain ultrasonic therapy machine, short wave
diathermy machine, microwave diathermy machine, traction therapy machine, laser
therapy machine, infrared therapy lamp machine, massage therapy machine, muscle
stimulator machine, cellulite therapy machine, hydro-collator unit and treadmill machine.
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Operate and 1.1 Ultrasonic therapy machine parts are identified and inspected as per
maintain workplace procedures
ultrasonic 1.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and service
manual
therapy machine
specifications
2. Operate and 2.1 Short wave diathermy machine parts are identified and inspected as
maintain short per workplace procedures
wave diathermy 2.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and service
manual
machine
specifications
3. Operate and 3.1 Microwave diathermy machine parts are identified and inspected as
maintain per workplace procedures
microwave 3.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and service
manual
diathermy
machine 3.4 Worn out parts are replaced as per the service manuals
specifications

4. Operate and 4.1 Traction therapy machine parts are identified and inspected as per
maintain traction workplace procedures
therapy machine 4.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and service
manual
specifications
5. Operate and 5.1 LASER therapy machine parts are identified and inspected as per
maintain LASER workplace procedures
manual
specifications
6. Operate and 6.1 Infrared therapy lamp machine parts are identified and inspected as
maintain Infrared per workplace procedures
therapy lamp 6.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and service
manual
machine
specifications
7. Operate and 7.1 Massage therapy machine parts are identified and inspected as per
massage therapy 7.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and service
manual
machine
specifications
8. Operate and 8.1 Muscle stimulator machine parts are identified and inspected as per
maintain muscle workplace procedures
stimulator 8.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and service
manual
machine
specifications

4.8 Calibration is carried out as per manufacturer’s
9. Operate and 9.1 Cellulite therapy machine parts are identified and inspected as per
maintain cellulite workplace procedures
manual
specifications
10. Operate and 10.1 Hydro-collator unit parts are identified and inspected as per
maintain hydro- workplace procedures
collator unit 10.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and
service manual
specifications
11. Operate and 11.1 Treadmill machine parts are identified and inspected as per
treadmill 11.2 Fault diagnosis is performed as per the type of equipment and
service manual
machine
specifications
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Ultrasonic therapy  Transducer
machine parts include  Oscillator
but not limited to:  Timer
2. Short wave diathermy  Electrodes
machine parts include  RF output rods
but not limited to  Timer

3. Hydro-collator unit  Heating elements
parts include but not  Thermostat
limited to  Indicators
4. Traction therapy  Weights
machine parts include  Gears
but not limited to :  Pulleys
 The traction table

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Record keeping
Required Knowledge
 Fault diagnosis
 Electronics
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency 1.1 Identified and inspected physiotherapy machine parts
1.2 Performed fault diagnosis as per the type of equipment and

service manual
1.3 Repaired identified faults as per service manuals
1.5 Performed functional and safety tests as per manufacturer’s
specifications
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

MANAGE HOSPITAL ORGANIZATION AND MAINTENANCE
Unit description
This unit specifies the competencies required to manage hospital organization and
maintenance. It involves competencies to demonstrate leadership and management skills,
apply concept of hospital maintenance in hospital, manage Maintenance department of a
hospital, classify maintenance and performance indices, implement Planned Preventive
Maintenance (PPM) in hospitals and administer HMU (Hospital Maintenance Unit)
ELEMENT
These describe the
key outcomes which
make up workplace
function.
1. Demonstrate 1.1 Organization activities are planned as per workplace procedures
leadership and 1.2 Duties are allocated as per workplace procedures
management 1.3 Conflicts are resolved as per workplace procedures
skills 1.4 Organization policies are listed and applied as per workplace
procedures
2. Apply concept 2.1 Objectives of hospital maintenance are identified and communicated
of hospital as per workplace procedures
maintenance in 2.2 Failure is identified and analyzed as per SOPs.
hospital 2.3 Productivity of the hospital is improved as per organizational
objectives
3. Manage 3.1 Duties of maintenance personnel are allocated as per their
Maintenance specializations
department of 3.2 Staff are trained as per the training needs assessment
a hospital 3.3 Maintenance schedules are developed as the equipment
3.4 Departmental costs are managed as per the budget allocations
3.5 Materials and standard spares are procured as per workplace
procedures
4. Classify 4.1 Maintenance and performance indices are identified.

maintenance and 4.2 Maintenance and performance indices are classified.
performance

indices
5. Implement 5.1 PPM features, policies and activities are developed as per
Planned organizational objective
Preventive 5.2 Tools used in PPM are identified as per workplace procedures
Maintenance
(PPM) in
hospitals
6. Administer 6.1 Tasks of maintenance officers are allocated as per workplace
HMU procedures
(Hospital 6.2 Budgetary proposals are prepared as per workplace procedures
Maintenance 6.3 Accounting documents are prepared as per workplace policies
Unit)
RANGE
performance.
Variable Range
1. Maintenance and  Routine maintenance
performance indices  Scheduled maintenance
include but not limited  Repair maintenance
to  Organized maintenance
 Emergency maintenance
 Breakdown maintenance
 Planned shutdown maintenance
2. Tools include but not  Job cards
limited to  Counter requisition
 Issue voucher
 Request slip
 Section checklist
 Equipment checklist
 Equipment history sheet
 Schedule planner
 Service schedule

3. Accounting documents  Imprest
include but not limited  Vouchers
to:  per diem
 Facility Improvement Fund (FIF)
 Salary
 Allowances
 Vote Books
 Budget types

Required Skills
 ICT skills
 Problem solving
 Report writing
 Numeracy skills
 Record keeping
 Leadership skills
Required Knowledge
 Basic mathematics
 Occupational safety and health
 Organizational policies and objectives
 Quality assurance and management
 Public relations
 Conflict resolution
EVIDENCE GUIDE

Aspects of
Competency
1.1 Identified objectives of hospital maintenance
1.2 Developed maintenance schedules as per the equipment
1.3 Identified and classified maintenance and performance
indices
1.4 Developed PPM features, policies and activities
1.5 Identified tools used in PPM
1.6 Prepared budgetary proposals
1.7 Prepared accounting documents
3.3 Projects
3.4 Written tests

assessment

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REPUBLIC OF KENYA

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS

MEDICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

All rights reserved. No part of these Occupational Standards may be reproduced,

©TVET CDACC 2019 I

PRINCIPAL SECRETARY, VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING

©TVET CDACC 2019 ii

Prof. CHARLES M. M. ONDIEKI, PhD, FIET (K), Con. EngTech.

©TVET CDACC 2019 iii

©TVET CDACC 2019 iv

KEY TO UNIT CODE..............................................................................................................................VIII

BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY................................................................................................1

DEMONSTRATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS.......................................................................................2

DEMONSTRATE DIGITAL LITERACY....................................................................................................7

DEMONSTRATE UNDERSTANDING OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP................................................13

DEMONSTRATE EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS........................................................................................24

DEMONSTRATE ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY...............................................................................34

DEMONSTRATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PRACTICES......................................43

COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCY.......................................................................................50

APPLY ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS..........................................................................................51

PERFORM WORKSHOP PROCESS.....................................................................................................59

APPLY ELECTRICAL PRINCIPLES....................................................................................................65

PREPARE AND INTERPRET TECHNICAL DRAWINGS................................................................69

APPLY MECHANICAL SCIENCE PRINCIPLES.............................................................................74

APPLY HOSPITAL ENGINEERING PRINCIPLES.................................................................................91

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN HOSPITAL PLANT SYSTEMS...............................................................96

©TVET CDACC 2019 v

CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY.............................................................................................106

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN LABORATORY AND DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT...........................107

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN OPERATION THEATRE EQUIPMENT................................................112

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MEDICAL IMAGING EQUIPMENT.....................................................116

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN ICU EQUIPMENT...................................................................................121

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN OPHTHALMIC AND AUDIOLOGY EQUIPMENT.............................124

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN RENAL EQUIPMENT............................................................................127

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN DENTAL EQUIPMENT..........................................................................131

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MATERNITY EQUIPMENT..................................................................135

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT..........139

OPERATE AND MAINTAIN PHYSIOTHERAPY EQUIPMENT.........................................................143

MANAGE HOSPITAL ORGANIZATION AND MAINTENANCE......................................................148

©TVET CDACC 2019 vi

CDACC : Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council

GIZ : German International Cooperation

ISO : International Standards Organization

NEMA : National Environment Management Authority

PPE : Personal Protective Equipment

SSAC : Sector Skills Advisory Committee

©TVET CDACC 2019 VII

©TVET CDACC 2019 VIII

BASIC UNITS OF COMPETENCY

UNIT CODE UNITS OF COMPETENCY

ENG/OS/MDE/BC/01/6/A Demonstrate communication skills

ENG/OS/MDE/BC/02/6/A Demonstrate digital literacy

ENG/OS/MDE/BC/03/6/A Demonstrate entrepreneurial skills

ENG/OS/MDE/BC/04/6/A Demonstrate employability skills

ENG/OS/MDE/BC/05/6/A Demonstrate environmental literacy

ENG/OS/MDE/BC/06/6/A Apply occupational safety and health

COMMON UNITS OF COMPETENCY

UNIT CODE UNIT OF LEARNING

ENG/OS/MDE/CC/01/6/A Apply Engineering Mathematic

ENG/OS/MDE/CC/02/6/A Perform Workshop Process