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Service and maintain pumps

Service and maintain pumps

Unit of competency
National Code
RIISAM309E
State Code
OCD00
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
23/09/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/03/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/03/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to service and maintain pumps in the resources and infrastructure industries.It applies to those working in supervisory and technical specialist roles. They generally work under minimal supervision to undertake a broad range of skilled applications in varied work contexts, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements may apply to this unit and can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for servicing and maintaining pumps
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation required to service and maintain pumps
  • 1.3 Identify, address and report potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures according to workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities
  • 1.5 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for emergency situations
  • 1.6 Coordinate activities with relevant personnel prior to commencement of, during, and on completion of the work
2. Carry out service and repairs of pumps
  • 2.1 Carry out inspection of pumps, fault find and report outcomes to relevant personnel according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Select, check for faults and use appropriate servicing and maintenance tools
  • 2.3 Select and operate servicing and maintenance items
  • 2.4 Carry out servicing and maintenance of pumps
  • 2.5 Dispose of waste, including used oil, lubricants and other materials according to workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Return and secure all tools and re-usable items
  • 2.7 Process written maintenance records according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH674 RIISAM309D Service and maintain pumps Unit of competency