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Inspect a range of weighing instruments

Inspect a range of weighing instruments

Unit of competency
National Code
MSMTMINS401
State Code
AXN98
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
12/01/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to apply National Instrument Test Procedures to determine whether non-automatic weighing instruments and catchweighers are suitable for trade use. The unit also involves assessing the performance of verifiers, by auditing recently verified weighing instruments, to ensure they meet the legislative requirements for trade use.This unit of competency is applicable to trade measurement inspectors appointed under national measurement legislation who may inspect a wide range of weighing instruments as part of their allocated duties. For example, weighing instruments are used to measure a wide range of products at the point of sale, as an order or as a pre-packaged article. There is a large range of environments where these instruments are used including pharmaceutical laboratories, supermarkets, fresh food retailers, packing houses, the chemical/petroleum industry, construction, mining and other extractive industry sectors. Inspectors must work safely, including applying basic first aid, assessing potential confined spaces, working with hazardous materials, working in hazardous environments, working with heavy machinery, completing safety inductions and working at heights.While no specific licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, all inspection activity is legislated under the National Measurement Act 1960.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for inspection
  • 1.1 Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected
  • 1.2 Access and review any history of previous inspections at trader's premises
  • 1.3 Access and correctly interpret appropriate documentation required for the inspection
  • 1.4 Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection
  • 1.5 Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures
  • 1.6 Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice
  • 1.7 Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection
2 Initiate inspection
  • 2.1 Identify the site controller, explain the purpose of the inspection and produce formal identification, if required
  • 2.2 Identify relevant site health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies
  • 2.3 Conduct a preliminary evaluation of the site's trading practices and prioritise activities to maximise inspection outcomes.
  • 2.4 Identify measuring instruments used for trade and plan inspection to minimise disruption to the public and trader
3 Evaluate weighing instrument performance
  • 3.1 Evaluate whether the operating environment will impact on the instrument performance
  • 3.2 Modify the operating environment or implement alternative arrangements to ensure reliable test conditions as necessary
  • 3.3 Identify the maximum permissible errors for the instrument from the legislative requirements
  • 3.4 Use test equipment safely in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures
  • 3.5 Check instrument for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval
  • 3.6 Inspect the instrument in accordance with relevant National Instrument Test Procedures and appropriate National Measurement Institute (NMI) policy
  • 3.7 Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the instrument is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements
4 Conduct a verifier instrument audit
  • 4.1 Identify the scope of the verifier instrument audit
  • 4.2 Identify the expected outcomes of the verifier instrument audit
  • 4.3 Assess the instrument's performance against the expected outcome
  • 4.4 Check that the verification mark complies with legislation
  • 4.5 Analyse any variances from the expected outcomes to identify isolated or systemic problems
5 Analyse and report inspection results
  • 5.1 Analyse inspection data for unacceptable performance trends
  • 5.2 If required, display the inspection result on the instrument in accordance with legislative requirements
  • 5.3 Use test reports to present inspection results in the required format
  • 5.4 Complete inspection documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures
  • 5.5 Communicate inspection results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines
  • 5.6 Recommend follow-up actions as appropriate
6 Act on non-compliance
  • 6.1 Select applicable enforcement action for the non-compliance in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures
  • 6.2 Inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to have them corrected
  • 6.3 Implement enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures
  • 6.4 Respect the rights of the trader at all times
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7275 MSATMINS401A Inspect a range of weighing instruments Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHP3 PSP40522 Certificate IV in Trade Measurement Qualification