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Install refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment

Install refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM10009
State Code
OAV75
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
031315 - Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanics
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to install refrigeration/air conditioning systems in commercial, industrial, marine and transport applications in accordance with all relevant Commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulatory requirements. Work is undertaken using new or existing internal or external locations and sites and footings, foundations, beds and frameworks are completed prior to installation. This unit should not be selected with unit MEM10006 Install machine/plant.Where extensive fitting and alignment are required then see the following units:MEM18006 Perform precision fitting of engineering componentsMEM18009 Perform precision levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components Where modifications involve electrical disconnection and reconnection see unit MEM18049 Disconnect/reconnect fixed wired equipment up to 1000 volts a.c./1500 volts d.c. A Refrigerant Handling Licence must be held by any person who carries out work in relation to refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.Band: AUnit Weight: 4
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Inspect and prepare installation site
  • 2.1 Check site for correct location, dimension and levels using appropriate measuring equipment and standard refrigeration/air conditioning practices
  • 2.2 Report non-compliance with specification to appropriate authority
  • 2.3 Undertake alteration/correction with approval of appropriate authority
  • 2.4 Prepare all surfaces, materials and components for use
3 Install refrigeration/air conditioning plant and equipment
  • 3.1 Carry out all work safely and in accordance with site procedures and to relevant standards
  • 3.2 Organise refrigeration/air conditioning plant and equipment/components for correct sequential installation
  • 3.3 Install refrigeration/air conditioning plant and equipment/components in conformance with manufacturers' and site specifications
  • 3.4 Undertake routine modifications/alterations of the refrigeration/air conditioning plant and equipment according to procedures, as required
  • 3.5 Ensure refrigeration/air conditioning plant and equipment are levelled, aligned, coupled and connected in accordance with specifications
  • 3.6 Ensure the refrigeration system is charged with refrigerant and lubricant in accordance with procedures
  • 3.7 Clean the site and clear all debris and leave in a safe state
4 Start up refrigeration/ air conditioning plant and equipment and check operation
  • 4.1 Develop start-up procedure for the refrigeration/air conditioning plant and equipment
  • 4.2 Ensure the refrigeration/air conditioning plant and equipment are operated and assessed for conformance to specification
  • 4.3 Identify non-conformances and system faults and take appropriate action/adjustments to specification
  • 4.4 Complete all reports and documentation to required specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5464 MEM10009B Install refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment Unit of competency