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Identify and deal with mechanical and low voltage electrical faults in textile machinery

Identify and deal with mechanical and low voltage electrical faults in textile machinery

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTTX3012
State Code
BAU13
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to identify and deal with routine mechanical and low voltage electronic faults in textile machinery. It includes repair or replacement of the faulty component or referral to other personnel.The unit of competency applies to identifying and correcting mechanical faults and rectifying low voltage electrical problems in textile manufacturing machinery.It does not include 240 Volt or higher equipment and circuits or higher level engineering skills. Work covered by engineering requirements and restricted electrical licences will require additional training to meet licence requirements. Discretion and judgement may be required, for both self and others, in planning and selecting processes, procedures or outcomes.Work may be conducted in a variety of environments including operational workplace activities, restricted space, hazardous, controlled or exposed conditions and day or night conditions.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Identify mechanical or low voltage electrical faults
  • 2.1 Consult operator to determine machine operation and condition prior to breakdown
  • 2.2 Conduct visual check of textile machinery and product to identify any obvious damage or faulty components
  • 2.3 Consult engineering drawings, product specifications and operation manual, where necessary
  • 2.4 Use appropriate test equipment to test circuits, sensors and other components to determine if fault is electronic in nature
  • 2.5 Identify and isolate faulty components
3 Assess and correct mechanical faults
  • 3.1 Use tools and equipment to adjust machine in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Dismantle parts and assess for disposal, reconditioning or continued use
  • 3.3 Recondition parts where required or fit, adjust and test replacement parts according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Check equipment for correct operation and advise operator of any special requirements as a consequence of the repair
  • 3.5 Assess machine condition and estimate schedule required for overhaul and recondition work
4 Assess and repair low voltage electrical faults
  • 4.1 Assess condition of wiring and repair wiring faults according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Dismantle faulty system components according to manufacturer/site specifications and SOPs
  • 4.3 Assess and replace or adjust faulty electronic equipment components
  • 4.4 Consult and/or refer repair to relevant personnel, where required
5 Check textile equipment for correct operation
  • 5.1 Operate equipment to determine if working correctly
  • 5.2 Produce sample, as required, to determine that all sensors work and program instructions and product specifications are followed
  • 5.3 Advise operator of any special requirements as a consequence of the repair
  • 5.4 Document repair or replacement according to standard procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
BDG1 MST30616 Certificate III in Laundry Operations Qualification