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Calibrate, adjust and test measuring instruments

Calibrate, adjust and test measuring instruments

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEIC0004
State Code
OCB23
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031313 - Electrical Fitting, Electrical Mechanics
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to calibrate, adjust and test measuring instruments.It includes working safely, following calibration and adjustment procedures, applying knowledge of parameters to be measured, testing and reporting.Permits may be required for some work environments, such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to calibrate, adjust and test measuring instruments
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) processes and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and applied
  • 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed in preparation for work
  • 1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are noted and established risk control measures implemented
  • 1.4 Relevant person/s is consulted to ensure work is coordinated effectively with others involved on worksite
  • 1.5 Instrument parameters are identified by reviewing process specifications and manufacturer instructions
  • 1.6 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed for the work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Calibrate, adjust and test measuring instruments
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed
  • 2.2 Calibration testing/measuring arrangement is connected and arranged in accordance with manufacturer instructions and certification requirements for relevant instrument
  • 2.3 Factors effecting instrument error are determined and recorded in the calibration process in accordance with manufacturer specifications and relevant industry standards
  • 2.4 Instrument set-point is determined and error adjustments noted in accordance with manufacturer specifications and relevant industry standards
  • 2.5 Instrument is tested and adjustment made, as required, to ensure instrument meets calibration requirements
  • 2.6 Methods for dealing with unplanned situations are discussed with relevant person/s and documented
  • 2.7 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of relevant person/s
  • 2.8 Quality checks of process output are undertaken to ensure control loop is tuned in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.9 Calibration is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy principles
3 Complete and report calibration activities
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS risk control work completion measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Calibration is documented in accordance with certification requirements and relevant industry standards
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State Code National Code Title Type
WC633 UEENEEI117A Calibrate, adjust and test measuring instruments Unit of competency