Unit of competency Outline
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Identify equipment faults
Identify equipment faults
Unit of competency
National Code
MSMSUP303
MSMSUP303
State Code
AXO08
AXO08
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
26
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to plan and carry out checks to identify and deal with equipment faults and to determine solutions.This unit of competency applies to experienced personnel, such as experienced operators, team leaders or supervisors, who are required to apply knowledge of materials, product purpose and processes to identify and deal with routine and non-routine faults in equipment, propose solutions, carry out solutions within scope of authority and competence and complete logs and reports.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.This unit of competency applies to all work environments and sectors within the industry. It does not include maintenance that would require trade-level skills. It is not intended that this competency would cover maintenance that is carried out in a workshop.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify scope of operational check
- 1.1 Identify and classify equipment components and operating systems
- 1.2 Match appropriate checks and procedures to the equipment operating systems
- 1.3 Identify special checking procedures and parameters in manufacturer specifications and procedures
- 1.4 Identify sources of information and data relevant to key variables
- 1.5 Identify and control hazards
- 1.6 Observe and undertake checks on the physical condition of equipment in accordance with procedures
- 1.7 Record preliminary observations
- 1.8 Discuss checking procedures with appropriate personnel and obtain necessary permission where required
2 Plan operational checks
- 2.1 Check specifications and notes from preliminary observations and identify areas to be clarified
- 2.2 Plan sequence for checks, noting areas where results and observations should be recorded
- 2.3 Ensure area is safe for operational check
- 2.4 Make arrangements for any additional resources, including other employees
3 Check unit through full operational range
- 3.1 Undertake operational checks observing relevant safety and operational requirements
- 3.2 Confirm results and findings
- 3.3 Identify faults to be dealt with
4 Identify faults and formulate recommendations
- 4.1 Identify impact of faults on work schedule
- 4.2 Record proposals for equipment repair based on faults found, cost/time implications and workplace approval systems
- 4.3 Explain proposals to relevant workplace personnel, including any options and recommendations
- 4.4 Take appropriate action to return equipment to full operation in accordance with procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W8297 | MSAPMSUP303A | Identify equipment faults | Unit of competency |