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Perform basic magnetic particle testing

Perform basic magnetic particle testing

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM18111
State Code
OFH50
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/09/2025
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/04/2026
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
08/04/2026
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to perform basic magnetic particle testing procedures and techniques in a range of metal fabrication and welding trade related industrial applications including fabrications, structures and components across a wide range of industries.Magnetic particle testing is performed on critical component or structural zones and actual and potential defects are considered, together with ongoing abnormalities.This unit should not be selected when unit MEM24024 Undertake magnetic particle tests has already been selected.Where interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.Where the selection and use of engineering measurement is required unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements should also be selected.Where the selection and use of power tools are required unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations should also be selected.Band: AUnit Weight: 2Assessment as competent against MEM18111 Perform basic magnetic particle testing may contribute to certification against Australian standards where assessment in this unit of competency is carried out in conjunction with an examining authority as described in AS ISO 9712 NDT - Qualification and certification of personnel or subsequent standards.
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
2. Prepare inspection areas for basic magnetic particle testing
  • 2.1 Clean inspection areas and prepare for testing using appropriate procedures and materials
  • 2.2 Carry out preparation processes in accordance with the relevant procedures
  • 2.3 Assess inspection areas visually and identify obvious discontinuities
3. Perform basic tests
  • 3.1 Identify nominated ‘yoke’ or ‘bench’ magnetic particle testing procedure from SOPs
  • 3.2 Prepare test equipment in accordance with relevant standards and/or procedures
  • 3.3 Carry out magnetic particle test in accordance with relevant work instructions
  • 3.4 Minimise environmental impacts of testing and generation of waste
  • 3.5 Maintain magnetic particle testing equipment and store in accordance with SOPs
  • 3.6 De-magnetise material according to specifications
4. Report the results of magnetic particle tests
  • 4.1 Check and confirm basic indications and identify defects in accordance with organisational standards and/or procedures
  • 4.2 Report test results in accordance with organisational standards and/or procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OEU03 MEM24003 Perform basic magnetic particle testing Unit of competency