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Break and make flanged joints using hand tools

Break and make flanged joints using hand tools

Unit of competency
National Code
PMASUP245
State Code
AXM45
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030707 - Metal Fitting, Turning And MacHining
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to break and make flanged pipe joints using hand tools. This unit of competency does not apply where pneumatic, hydraulic or powered torqueing tools are required to be used.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to identify requirements for the work, ensure they are working within their skill level, confirm isolations are in place, apply procedures to break and make joints, undertake checks and inspections, complete records, and identify problems and take appropriate action.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 aligns to the technical information in ASME PCC-1-2013 Guidelines for pressure boundary bolted flange joint assembly.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for job
  • 1.1 Identify work requirements
  • 1.2 Inspect job site
  • 1.3 Confirm isolations have been completed to standard
  • 1.4 Confirm hazard controls
  • 1.5 Coordinate with appropriate personnel
  • 1.6 Select appropriate tools
  • 1.7 Check calibration and certification of tools in accordance with procedures
  • 1.8 Re-check that work requirements fit within skill level
  • 1.9 Complete required checklists and records
2 Break flange in accordance with flange management procedure
  • 2.1 Implement hazard controls
  • 2.2 Prepare tools, drip trays, and so on, with appropriate care
  • 2.3 Connect any required drain lines
  • 2.4 Undo nuts in accordance with procedures
  • 2.5 Split flange and drain pipe as required
  • 2.6 Identify any skills escalation required
  • 2.7 Manage open pipe to ensure contents are not contaminated or damaged
  • 2.8 Complete checklists and records as required
3 Inspect flange and components
  • 3.1 Inspect removed gasket for indications of flange problems
  • 3.2 Assess cold pull and refer to appropriate personnel if required
  • 3.3 Assess degree of misalignment and refer to appropriate personnel if required
  • 3.4 Clean and inspect flange surface both front and back
  • 3.5 Check studs and nuts
  • 3.6 Confirm compliance of components and refer to appropriate personnel as required
  • 3.7 Identify any problems and take action
4 Make flange joint in accordance with flange management procedure
  • 4.1 Select appropriate gasket
  • 4.2 Check all components are to specification
  • 4.3 Apply lubricant as required
  • 4.4 Complete initial assembly of joint
  • 4.5 Insert blind, blank or spectacle/goggle blind as required
  • 4.6 Attach drain if required
  • 4.7 Re-check the gasket
  • 4.8 Re-check alignment
  • 4.9 Tighten using appropriate hand tools to procedure
  • 4.10 Use torque calibration charts as required
  • 4.11 Complete checklists and records as required
5 Finish the job
  • 5.1 Make a final check of joint alignment
  • 5.2 Organise required checks
  • 5.3 Confirm joint integrity as required
  • 5.4 Complete checklists and records as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI693 PMASUP245A Break and make flanged joints using hand tools Unit of competency