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Operate an in-service remote positioning vehicle

Operate an in-service remote positioning vehicle

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFEXO104
State Code
AVR82
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
26/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
039999 - Engineering And Related Technologies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to plan and prepare for remote positioning vehicle (RPV) operations, operate an RPV and associated components, carry out operator maintenance, and complete related housekeeping activities.This unit applies to those operating and maintaining a RPV as part of a task.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently and under indirect supervision while performing routine tasks in a broad range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for RPV operations
  • 1.1 Identify and confirm requirements to operate an in-service RPV
  • 1.2 Identify and consider potential risks and hazards related to the operation of the RPV
  • 1.3 Determine the requirements for an RPV control area location
  • 1.4 Identify safe routes to and from control area to the task location
  • 1.5 Apply RPV start up procedures
2 Operate remote positioning vehicle
  • 2.1 Operate RPV in accordance with operational requirements
  • 2.2 Operate fixed component tools in accordance with task requirements
  • 2.3 Monitor control panel warning indicators throughout the task
  • 2.4 React to faults
  • 2.5 Apply RPV shut down procedures
3 Carry out operator maintenance
  • 3.1 Conduct inspections and checks to maintain remote positioning vehicle
  • 3.2 Conduct operator maintenance
  • 3.3 Test, adjust or replace fixed component tools
4 Complete housekeeping activities
  • 4.1 Clean and store RPV
  • 4.2 Finalise records and documentation
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