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Find and rectify faults in process final control elements

Find and rectify faults in process final control elements

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEIC0021
State Code
OBX92
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to find and rectify faults in process final control elements.It includes working safely, interpreting valve specifications, applying knowledge of final control elements operating parameters, conducting tests and repairs, and completing the necessary service documentation.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to find and repair faults in final control elements
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied
  • 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed in preparation for the work
  • 1.3 Scope of final control element fault is obtained from documentation tests and/or work supervisor to determine work
  • 1.4 Need to inspect, test and measure operating systems is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Advice is sought from work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others
  • 1.6 Sources of materials required for work are determined in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Tools, equipment and testing devices required to carry out work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Find faults in final control elements and associated equipment
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed
  • 2.2 Apparatus is checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Fault finding is approached using processes control valves, actuators and positioners using measured and calculated values in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Apparatus components are dismantled, as required, and parts stored to protect against loss or damage in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Faulty components are rechecked and fault status confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of relevant person/s
  • 2.7 Fault-finding activities are carried out without damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy principles
3 Rectify faults in final control elements and associated equipment
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed
  • 3.2 Apparatus is inspected and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Materials required to rectify faults are sourced and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Rectification and repairs are conducted without damage to components, apparatus or circuits
  • 3.5 Repairs are tested in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Apparatus is reassembled, tested and prepared for return to service
  • 3.7 Repairs are carried out without damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy principles
4 Complete and report fault-finding and rectification activities
  • 4.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 4.2 Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Repairs to control valves is documented in accordance with workplace procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
WC627 UEENEEI111A Find and rectify faults in process final control elements Unit of competency