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Diagnose and repair petrol and diesel marine fuel systems

Diagnose and repair petrol and diesel marine fuel systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AURRTF001
State Code
OAK28
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/03/2019
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
15/03/2019
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to diagnose and repair faults in marine fuel systems. It involves preparing for the task, recognising and managing safety hazards, selecting the correct diagnostic procedure, carrying out the diagnosis and repair, performing post-repair testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation.It applies to those working in the marine service and repair industry. Marine fuel systems include those found in both inboard and outboard engines, and diesel and petrol vessels. The unit does not apply to diagnosis and repair of LNG and CNG fuel systems.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to diagnose and repair marine fuel system
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
  • 1.2 Diagnostic information is sourced and interpreted
  • 1.3 Diagnostic options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
  • 1.4 Diagnostic tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Identify hazards and understand safety requirements
  • 2.1 Safety risks applicable to the vessel type are identified and managed
  • 2.2 Methods to assess presence of fumes are undertaken and ventilation requirements are applied
  • 2.3 Hazards and work health and safety standards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
3. Diagnose marine fuel system
  • 3.1 Diagnostic tests are carried out according to workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.2 Faults are identified from diagnostic test results and causes of faults are determined
  • 3.3 Diagnosis findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
4. Repair marine fuel system
  • 4.1 Hazards associated with undertaking the repair are assessed and managed before beginning work
  • 4.2 Repair options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
  • 4.3 Repair tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked
  • 4.4 Repairs and component replacements and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or system
  • 4.5 Post-repair testing is carried out according to workplace procedures to confirm fault rectification, and any further problems detected as having been introduced during the repair process are rectified
5. Complete work processes
  • 5.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace standards and system or vessel is presented ready for use
  • 5.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
  • 5.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
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