Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Workplace instructions may include:
computer-generated instructions
verbal instructions
written instructions.
Job requirements may include:
outboard engine wet run methods, processes and equipment
Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements:
are those prescribed under legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and workplace policies and procedures
may include:
protective clothing and equipment
use of tools and equipment
handling of material
use of fire-fighting equipment
first aid equipment
hazard control, including control of hazardous materials and toxic substances.
Tools and equipment may include:
hand tools
flushing or wet-run fittings
water hose and fittings
specialist tools and equipment
Engine systemsmay include:
2 or 4 stroke
outboard engines fitted or not fitted to a vessel
Wet-run testingmay include:
using lifting equipment to locate engine for test
attaching flushing device or fitting
checking security of fittings
connecting remote water supply
regulating water supply for test
checking throttle / choke / fast idle settings
making battery connections
Engine test resultsmay include:

test report recommendations for repairs and/or modifications
component conformity to manufacturer and supplier specifications
component manufacturer and component supplier warranty considerations
Environmental requirementsmay include:
noise
water use and runoff
ensuring exhaust emissions are removed as required by state and territory laws
clean-up management

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
observe safety procedures and requirements
communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work
select methods and techniques which are appropriate to the circumstances
wet-run test a minimum of three marine outboard engines
complete workplace documents and clean-up requirements.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment is to occur:
using standard workplace practices and procedures
following safety requirements
applying environmental constraints
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
regulatory requirements
Australian standards
industry codes of practice
The following resources must be made available:
workplace location or simulated workplace
operational marine outboard engines, including 2 and 4 stroke type
equipment and hand tools appropriate to the wet-run testing of outboard engines
engine specifications and work instructions
workplace documentation.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of an holistic work role.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.