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Test fuel hoses

Test fuel hoses

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFPE003A
State Code
AVV58
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit covers the competency required to perform hydrostatic and continuity testing of petroleum hoses.This unit of competency has been aligned with Australian Standard 2683-2000: Hose and hose assemblies for distribution of petroleum and petroleum products (excepting LPG).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for testing process
  • 1.1 Australian Standards and industry requirements relating to fuel hose testing are accessed, interpreted and applied to testing process
  • 1.2 Safety requirements to conduct of hydrostatic and continuity testing are interpreted and applied during testing process
  • 1.3 Test equipment is checked for serviceability prior to operation
  • 1.4 Personal protective equipment is selected and worn during testing process
2. Perform fuel hose tests
  • 2.1 Continuity tests are performed on fuel hoses in accordance with Australian Standards
  • 2.2 Hydrostatic tests are performed on fuel hoses in accordance with Australian Standards
  • 2.3 Test results are interpreted, abnormal results are analysed and secondary tests are performed where accuracy is in doubt
  • 2.4 Tests are performed at intervals stipulated within Australian Standards and workplace procedures
3. Finalise test procedures
  • 3.1 Test results are recorded and reported in accordance with Australian Standards and workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Hoses are classified and labelled according to test results
  • 3.3 Hoses which fail testing procedures are handled in accordance with Australian Standards and workplace procedures
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Australian Standards must include:
Australian Standard 2683-2000: Hose and hose assemblies for distribution of petroleum and petroleum products (excepting LPG)
Industry requirements may include:
Def (AUST) 5695
Safety requirements may include:
Bunding
Location of testing
Personal protective equipment
Pressure in accordance with Australian Standards
Test equipment may include:
Multimeter
Hydraulic pressure tester
Personal protective equipment may include:
Eye protection
Gloves
Safety footwear
Workplace procedures may include:
Duty statements
Legislative requirements
Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions
Organisational policies and procedures
Procedure manuals
Relevant state/territory and organisational WHS regulations
Standard Operating Procedures
Technical manuals
Written or verbal instructions
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Nil
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated performing a number of tests on different sizes and types of petroleum hoses used within the workplace.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment.
Specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
workplace specific fuel hoses
specific test equipment
personal protective equipment
Australian Standards and workplace operating procedures and publications.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BBC24 DEFPET003 Test fuel hoses Unit of competency
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