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Use basic preventative maintenance techniques and tools

Use basic preventative maintenance techniques and tools

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM30017
State Code
OEW02
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/04/2023
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/04/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to support the implementation of predictive or proactive preventative maintenance strategies in a manufacturing enterprise. It covers the common strategies of total productive/preventive maintenance and reliability-centred maintenance and common techniques and statistical tools. The unit applies to engineering or related maintenance activities and is suitable for people giving technical support in manufacturing or engineering operations and those pursuing technical qualifications and careers at paraprofessional or technician level. All work is carried out under supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret organisation maintenance strategy
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.2 Obtain objectives and details of organisation maintenance strategy
  • 1.3 Confirm major techniques and tools for monitoring used in the organisation
2. Use preventative maintenance techniques and tools
  • 2.1 Select techniques and tools and confirm in consultation with key stakeholders and supervisor
  • 2.2 Identify key information and performance indicators required
  • 2.3 Undertake data collection based on workplace needs
3. Interpret results
  • 3.1 Compare actual information and/or performance indicators with target levels set by supervisors and/or equipment manufacturers
  • 3.2 Develop required adjustments in consultation with key stakeholders and supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5433 MEM30017A Use basic preventative maintenance techniques and tools Unit of competency