Unit of competency Outline
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Verify complex measuring instruments
Verify complex measuring instruments
Unit of competency
National Code
MSMTMVER501
MSMTMVER501
State Code
AXN87
AXN87
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to apply National Instrument Test Procedures to determine whether complex measuring instruments of a particular class are suitable for trade use and to mark them accordingly. It involves the ability to perform significant calculations to assess instrument performance and conduct tests that may require coordination of a range of resources over extended durations in hazardous environments.This unit of competency is applicable to verifiers operating under a servicing licence to test and mark a specific class of complex measuring instruments. Complex measuring instruments are used in a wide range of heavy industries. For example, automatic rail weighbridges, belt weighers, totalising hopper weighers, bulk fuel and liquid petroleum gas (LPG) flowmeters are used throughout the mining, road/rail freight and petroleum/gas industry sectors.Verifications may be performed over extended durations up to five days in non-routine and hazardous environments. Verifiers must work safely which may include applying basic first aid, confined space entry, working with hazardous materials, working safely in hazardous environments, working with heavy machinery, use of appropriate workplace clearance forms, safety induction, working at heights and biosecurity issues.Under the requirements of Regulation 2.43 of the National Trade Measurement Regulations 2009, a servicing licensee or an employee must not verify a measuring instrument relevant to this unit unless they hold a statement of attainment for this unit of competency.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for verification
- 1.1 Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be verified
- 1.2 Access and correctly interpret documentation required for the verification
- 1.3 Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the verification
- 1.4 Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures
- 1.5 Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice
- 1.6 Develop a verification strategy to maximise resources and minimise time to complete the instrument verification
2 Liaise with the trader to schedule complex tests
- 2.1 Discuss testing arrangements with site controller where applicable
- 2.2 Identify relevant local workplace, health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies
- 2.3 Discuss the verification strategy with the trader to minimise its impact on the trader's normal operations
- 2.4 Arrange site clearances and suitable scheduling for tests
- 2.5 Negotiate access to trader's equipment, materials and support personnel required for testing to be available on site
- 2.6 Arrange for any equipment to be provided by the trader, if required
3 Initiate verification
- 3.1 Identify the site controller and explain/review the purpose of the verification
- 3.2 Review verification strategy to ensure there is minimal disruption to the public and/or trader
- 3.3 Communicate verification strategy to personnel supporting the verification
- 3.4 Identify locations for product return or disposal, if applicable
- 3.5 Evaluate the impacts of the operating environment on the instrument performance or test results and implement corrective actions as necessary
- 3.6 Identify operational factors impacting on instrument performance or test result and implement corrective actions as necessary
4 Evaluate complex measuring instrument performance
- 4.1 Identify the maximum permissible errors for the instrument from the legislative requirements
- 4.2 Manage and review resources to maintain verification timelines
- 4.3 Provide effective communication to ensure relevant personnel are informed of variations to the verification strategy and verification progress
- 4.4 Check instrument for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval
- 4.5 Test the instrument in accordance with relevant National Instrument Test Procedures and appropriate National Measurement Institute (NMI) guidance
5 Analyse verification results
- 5.1 Perform specified calculations to determine a performance result for the instrument with appropriate accuracy, precision and significant figures
- 5.2 Use graphical and statistical analysis to determine unknowns as necessary
- 5.3 Ensure calculations are consistent with estimations and reasonable expectations
- 5.4 Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the instrument is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements
6 Report verification results
- 6.1 Display the verification result on the instrument in accordance with legislative requirements
- 6.2 Use test reports to present verification results in the required format
- 6.3 Complete verification documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures
- 6.4 Communicate results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines
7 Model and encourage compliance with statutory requirements
- 7.1 Apply organisation’s quality procedures and practices to meet servicing licensee’s legislative obligations
- 7.2 Clarify any issues about verifier obligations with their servicing licensee and/or licensing administering authority as they arise
- 7.3 Review work and seek feedback from others to confirm continuing compliance with legislative requirements
- 7.4 Identify implications of non-compliance with legislative requirements
- 7.5 Identify inadequacies in trader’s use of instruments which may contribute to non-compliance with national measurement legislation
- 7.6 Explain inadequacies and possible remedial actions to trader
- 7.7 Respect the rights of the trader at all times
8 Maintain statutory records
- 8.1 Keep accurate and complete records in accordance with servicing licensee’s legislative requirements
- 8.2 Ensure authorisation, training and relevant licences are current in accordance with organisational and servicing licensee’s legislative requirements
- 8.3 Inform the licensing administering authority of changes to personal information as required by statute
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S7286 | MSATMVER501A | Verify a complex measuring instrument | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD598 | MSMSS00008 | Trade Measurement Verification (Complex Measuring Instrument) | Skill set |