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Use lead-free soldering techniques

Use lead-free soldering techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEAS0006
State Code
OBZ51
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
031317 - Electronic Equipment Servicing
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use lead-free soldering techniques.It includes working safely, performing high reliability soldering/de-soldering, checking components against job specifications, testing and following quality procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to carryout lead-free soldering
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood
  • 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures for work preparation are followed
  • 1.3 Scope of work is determined from documentation or from work supervisor
  • 1.4 Work is coordinated with others involved to ensure work schedules are met and safety measures are followed
  • 1.5 Materials required for work are sourced and checked for lead-free soldering requirements in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant industry standards
  • 1.6 Tools and equipment required for work are selected for their effectiveness and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Carry out lead-free soldering
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control work measures and procedures are followed
  • 2.2 Lead-free soldering characteristic and requirements are applied to soldering/de-soldering operations
  • 2.3 Components are connected and disconnected in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant industry standards
  • 2.4 Work is carried out in accordance with quality workplace procedures and relevant industry standards
  • 2.5 Lead-free soldering is completed in acceptable timeframe, environment and workplace conditions
3 Check quality of lead-free soldering work
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures for work completion are followed
  • 3.2 Quality of lead-free is checked in accordance with workplace procedures and industry standards
  • 3.3 Functional tests on lead-free soldered connections are carried out in accordance with workplace routines
  • 3.4 Actions are taken to rectify defects within the scope of work and in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Report forms/data sheets on lead-free soldering work are completed
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC379 UEENEEA106A Use lead-free soldering techniques Unit of competency