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Mechanically test milking machines

Mechanically test milking machines

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCMKH305
State Code
BAN61
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to mechanically test milking machines.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity legislation and codes, and sustainability practices.This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Record milking machine specifications
  • 1.1 Establish herd details and health status
  • 1.2 Determine expected performance from machine specifications
  • 1.3 Assess and record condition of components
  • 1.4 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks implement controls, record and report to supervisor
2. Calculate required milking machine performance
  • 2.1 Calculate effective reserve based on facility specifications
  • 2.2 Calculate vacuum pump capacity from effective reserve
  • 2.3 Record manufacturer's recommended component specification and matching
3. Measure milking machine performance
  • 3.1 Measure working vacuum levels in line with required performance
  • 3.2 Adjust vacuum to optimise milking facility performance
  • 3.3 Determine and report air consumption and component leakage.
  • 3.4 Test pulsators in line with manufacturer's recommendations
  • 3.5 Establish and match working air consumption to manufacturer's recommendations
4. Make recommendations to optimise machine performance
  • 4.1 Interpret test results in line with desired performance and herd details
  • 4.2 Provide recommendations and a written report on safety considerations for the specific installation tested
  • 4.3 Provide recommendations on milking facility performance
  • 4.4 Complete report on component condition in line with manufacturer's requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7048 AHCMKH305A Mechanically test milking machines Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODV18 AHCDRY305 Conduct mechanical tests on milking machines Unit of competency
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