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Troubleshoot fire protection systems

Troubleshoot fire protection systems

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEEC0071
State Code
OCA76
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031317 - Electronic Equipment Servicing
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot fire protection systems.It includes finding and repairing fire protection system faults that include multiple connected detection, warning and fire control devices; and remote monitoring to the sub-assembly level. It also includes working safely, applying logical fault-finding workplace procedures, conducting repairs, safety and functional testing, and completing the necessary service documentation.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c). or 120 V direct current (d.c.). Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, skills and knowledge described in this unit require a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship. Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to find and rectify fire protection system faults
  • 1.1 WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified and applied
  • 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed in preparation for work activities
  • 1.3 Extent of work to be undertaken is confirmed from fault/breakdown reports and/or discussions with appropriate person/s
  • 1.4 Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others
  • 1.5 Sources of materials required for fault-finding work are determined in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to locate faults are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Find and repair fire protection system faults
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed
  • 2.2 Need to test and measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and conducted in accordance with workplace safety procedures
  • 2.3 Circuits/machines/plant/system interfaces are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Safety hazards resulting from the fault or breakdown are documented, assessed and risk control measures devised and implemented in consultation with appropriate person/s
  • 2.5 Fault finding is approached methodically using fire protection system and components and measured values of system parameters
  • 2.6 System components are dismantled, as required, and parts stored to protect against loss or damage
  • 2.7 Faulty system/components are inspected, rechecked and their fault status confirmed
  • 2.8 Materials/replacement parts required to rectify faults are sourced and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.9 Effectiveness of the fire protection system repair is tested in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.10 Apparatus is reassembled, inspected, tested and prepared for return to service
  • 2.11 Unplanned situations are responded to in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment
  • 2.12 Fault-finding and repair activities are carried out without unnecessary damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
3 Complete and report fault-finding and repair activities
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Reusable, faulty or worn components are tagged and despatched for repair
  • 3.3 Fault-finding and repair work activities are documented in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC591 UEENEEH165A Troubleshoot fire protection systems Unit of competency