Unit of competency Outline
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Identify and repair equipment faults
Identify and repair equipment faults
Unit of competency
National Code
MTMS306A
MTMS306A
State Code
W6831
W6831
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/07/2008
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
09/07/2008
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to locate and repair or replace faulty components in equipment as agreed in the workplace.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Locate equipment faults
- 1.1. Unit or sub-system performance is monitored to identify presence of actual and/or potential faults.
- 1.2. Built in test functions, fault indicators or alarms and error codes are monitored and appropriate maintenance records are checked and reviewed.
- 1.3. Equipment faults are detected using established fault diagnoses techniques and procedures.
- 1.4. Faults are recorded and/or reported according to standard procedures.
2. Repair and/or replace faulty equipment components
- 2.1. Equipment is isolated according to standard procedures in preparation for component repair or replacement.
- 2.2. Faulty components are removed using appropriate tools and techniques in accordance with standard procedures.
- 2.3. Faulty components are repaired and/or replaced in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and standard procedures.
- 2.4. Unit, sub-system or system is checked and tested to confirm that maintenance has been completed to specifications.
- 2.5. Tools are used according to manufacturer's specifications to achieve desired outcomes.
- 2.6. Waste arising from maintenance is disposed according to waste management requirements.
- 2.7. Maintenance information is recorded in the company reporting system.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Faults may occur in:
individual units
sub-systems
systems.
Tools may include:
hand held power tools
small hand tools.
Reporting systems may include:
electronic
manual data
storage systems.
Maintenance instructions may include:
manufacturer's instructions and manuals
regulatory requirements
verbal instructions from a supervisor
workplace procedures.
OH&S requirements may include:
enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs
OH&S legal requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include:
coats and aprons
ear plugs or muffs
eye and facial protection
head-wear
lifting assistance
protective boot covers
protective hand and arm covering
protective head and hair covering
uniforms
waterproof clothing
work, safety or waterproof footwear
requirements set out in standards and codes of practice.
Hygiene and sanitation requirements may include:
relevant government regulations
workplace requirements.
Workplace requirements may include:
enterprise-specific requirements
OH&S requirements
Quality Assurance (QA) requirements
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
the ability to perform the task to production requirements
work instructions.
Communication skills may include:
interacting with people from a range of cultural, social and ethnic backgrounds
listening, understanding and speaking clearly
reading and interpreting workplace information
the use of communications technology.
Mathematical skills may include:
estimation and calculation
the use of calculators and computer software packages
the use of familiar and unfamiliar complex formula
product formulations and specifications
interpreting and drawing conclusions from a range of simple and complex mathematical tables, charts, bar graphs and pie charts
monitoring, adjusting and calibrating formula, specifications, outputs and equipment
synthesis and analysis of mathematical information from more than one source.
Environmental aspects may include:
dust
heat
noise
waste handling.
Regulatory requirements may include:
Export Control Act
relevant regulations
state and territory regulations regarding meat processing.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Faults may occur in:
individual units
sub-systems
systems.
Tools may include:
hand held power tools
small hand tools.
Reporting systems may include:
electronic
manual data
storage systems.
Maintenance instructions may include:
manufacturer's instructions and manuals
regulatory requirements
verbal instructions from a supervisor
workplace procedures.
OH&S requirements may include:
enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs
OH&S legal requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include:
coats and aprons
ear plugs or muffs
eye and facial protection
head-wear
lifting assistance
protective boot covers
protective hand and arm covering
protective head and hair covering
uniforms
waterproof clothing
work, safety or waterproof footwear
requirements set out in standards and codes of practice.
Hygiene and sanitation requirements may include:
relevant government regulations
workplace requirements.
Workplace requirements may include:
enterprise-specific requirements
OH&S requirements
Quality Assurance (QA) requirements
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
the ability to perform the task to production requirements
work instructions.
Communication skills may include:
interacting with people from a range of cultural, social and ethnic backgrounds
listening, understanding and speaking clearly
reading and interpreting workplace information
the use of communications technology.
Mathematical skills may include:
estimation and calculation
the use of calculators and computer software packages
the use of familiar and unfamiliar complex formula
product formulations and specifications
interpreting and drawing conclusions from a range of simple and complex mathematical tables, charts, bar graphs and pie charts
monitoring, adjusting and calibrating formula, specifications, outputs and equipment
synthesis and analysis of mathematical information from more than one source.
Environmental aspects may include:
dust
heat
noise
waste handling.
Regulatory requirements may include:
Export Control Act
relevant regulations
state and territory regulations regarding meat processing.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
The meat industry has specific and clear requirements for evidence. A minimum of three forms of evidence is required to demonstrate competency in the meat industry. This is specifically designed to provide evidence that covers the demonstration in the workplace of all aspects of competency over time.
These requirements are in addition to the requirements for valid, current, authentic and sufficient evidence.
Three forms of evidence means three different kinds of evidence - not three pieces of the same kind. In practice it will mean that most of the unit is covered twice. This increases the legitimacy of the evidence.
All assessment must be conducted against Australian meat industry standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Competency must be demonstrated over time and under typical operating and production conditions for the enterprise.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in the workplace under normal operating and production conditions.
Resources may include:
real work environment
relevant documentation such as:
manufacturer's instructions and operations manuals
regulatory requirements
workplace policies and procedures
relevant equipment and materials.
Method of assessment
Recommended methods of assessment are:
assignment
simulation
workplace referee or third party report of performance over time.
Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender, or language backgrounds other than English. Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role.
Guidance information for assessment
A current list of resources for this Unit of Competency is available from MINTRAC www.mintrac.com.au or telephone 1800 817 462.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
The meat industry has specific and clear requirements for evidence. A minimum of three forms of evidence is required to demonstrate competency in the meat industry. This is specifically designed to provide evidence that covers the demonstration in the workplace of all aspects of competency over time.
These requirements are in addition to the requirements for valid, current, authentic and sufficient evidence.
Three forms of evidence means three different kinds of evidence - not three pieces of the same kind. In practice it will mean that most of the unit is covered twice. This increases the legitimacy of the evidence.
All assessment must be conducted against Australian meat industry standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Competency must be demonstrated over time and under typical operating and production conditions for the enterprise.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in the workplace under normal operating and production conditions.
Resources may include:
real work environment
relevant documentation such as:
manufacturer's instructions and operations manuals
regulatory requirements
workplace policies and procedures
relevant equipment and materials.
Method of assessment
Recommended methods of assessment are:
assignment
simulation
workplace referee or third party report of performance over time.
Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, gender, or language backgrounds other than English. Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role.
Guidance information for assessment
A current list of resources for this Unit of Competency is available from MINTRAC www.mintrac.com.au or telephone 1800 817 462.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D9104 | MTMS306B | Identify and repair equipment faults | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W312 | MTM30807 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (Meat Retailing) | Qualification |
| W314 | MTM31007 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (Smallgoods - Manufacture) | Qualification |