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Select and apply repair techniques

Select and apply repair techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM26015
State Code
OAT43
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/01/2020
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
24/01/2020
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to select and apply appropriate composites repair techniques.Where the selection of a suitable resin system is required unit MEM26008 Select and use resin systems appropriate for product should also be selected.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 6
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Diagnose the item needing repair
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Clean out damaged area
  • 1.5 Determine accessibility of area to be repaired
  • 1.6 Inspect damaged area
  • 1.7 Identify original materials of construction
  • 1.8 Determine cause of failure to the extent possible
2 Determine requirements of the repair
  • 2.1 Check insurance status
  • 2.2 Confirm intended usage of composite
  • 2.3 Determine extent of repair required (e.g. structural or cosmetic)
  • 2.4 Undertake appropriate incidental design
  • 2.5 Agree on scope of repair
3 Select most appropriate repair technique for job
  • 3.1 Check the availability of standard repair kits/components and techniques
  • 3.2 Short list suitable repair techniques and materials
  • 3.3 Evaluate suitability of possible repair techniques and materials
  • 3.4 Select appropriate repair process
  • 3.5 Select appropriate materials for repair
  • 3.6 Conduct and evaluate tests, as appropriate
4 Undertake repair
  • 4.1 Identify and control hazards
  • 4.2 Create necessary access to damaged area
  • 4.3 Prepare area, materials and tools and equipment required for repair
  • 4.4 Undertake required repair and minimise waste
  • 4.5 Review repaired product compared to requirements
  • 4.6 Review material selection and fabrication process
  • 4.7 Identify areas for improvement and take appropriate actions
  • 4.8 Complete any required documentation/reporting according to SOPs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC770 MEM26015A Select and apply repair techniques Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEK4 MEM31119 Certificate III in Engineering - Composites Trade Qualification