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RECOGNISE AND CORRECT DETERIORATED FITTINGS AND MACHINERY

RECOGNISE AND CORRECT DETERIORATED FITTINGS AND MACHINERY

Unit of competency
National Code
TDMMB2907B
State Code
S5357
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/06/2007
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/01/2008
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
16/01/2008
Nominal Hours
9
Description
UNIT DESCRIPTOR:This unit involves the skills and knowledge required within the limits of responsibility of a Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 to recognise deteriorated fittings and machinery on a small commercial vessel, including corroded and defective fittings and machinery components, faulty and corroded pipework, and worn down tail shafts and initiate appropriate corrective action.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and carry out maintenance procedures on fittings and machinery
  • a Checks of vessel's fittings and machinery are organised and carried out in accordance with company maintenance schedules and manufacturer's instructions
  • b Any deterioration of a vessel's fittings and machinery is identified and appropriate maintenance action initiated or carried out within limits of responsibility of a Marine Engine Driver Grade 2
  • c Worn fittings, equipment parts, bearings and shafts are correctly identified and appropriate action initiated for repair or replacement
  • d Preventative maintenance procedures are followed to reduce corrosion on fittings and machinery in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • e Lubricants are applied to moving parts of vessel's fittings and machinery in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • f Faulty and corroded pipework is identified and reported for repair or replacement in accordance with procedures
  • g Appropriate assistance is provided to contractors carrying out maintenance work on fittings and machinery
  • h Records of maintenance work are completed in accordance with established procedures
2 Select and use maintenance equipment and materials
  • a Tools and equipment are correctly identified and used in accordance with OH&S requirements and equipment manufacturer's instructions
  • b Maintenance materials are obtained, handled, prepared and applied in accordance with OH&S and pollution control requirements and manufacturer's instructions
  • c Defective equipment and materials are identified and reported, repaired and/or replaced as required
  • d Maintenance equipment is correctly cleaned and stored after use
  • e Unused materials are disposed of or returned to store in accordance with OH&S and pollution control requirements, established procedures and manufacturer's instructions
3 Follow safety and hazard control procedures
  • a All required safety precautions and regulations are followed when correcting deteriorated fittings and machinery
  • b Safety, hazard minimisation and pollution control procedures and regulations are followed at all times during the work on fittings and machinery
  • c Where relevant, procedures and precautions necessary for entry into confined spaces on a vessel are correctly followed
  • d Personal protection clothing and equipment is used as required during checks and repair work operations in accordance with safety regulations
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