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Apply operational maintenance skills

Apply operational maintenance skills

Unit of competency
National Code
RIISAM207D
State Code
WH657
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to apply operational maintenance skills in the Resources and Infrastructure Industries.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for applying operational maintenance skills
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply operational maintenance skills documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5 Identify and obtain appropriate tools required for the work activity
  • 1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
  • 1.7 Inspect and prepare tools for use and report faults
2. Identify and respond to basic faults in mechanical systems
  • 2.1 Apply site safety information and procedures, including isolation procedures, when working with mechanical systems
  • 2.2 Identify general components of mechanical systems, and their functions
  • 2.3 Apply techniques to identify and respond to faults in mechanical systems
  • 2.4 Rectify and report faults in mechanical systems
  • 2.5 Use tools correctly and safely for their intended purpose in a mechanical context
3. Identify and respond to basic faults in electrical systems
  • 3.1 Apply site safety principles and procedures, including isolation procedures, when working with electrical systems
  • 3.2 Identify components and functions of basic electrical circuitry
  • 3.3 Apply techniques to identify and respond to faults in electrical systems
  • 3.4 Rectify and report faults in electrical systems
  • 3.5 Use tools correctly and safely for their intended purpose in an electrical context
4. Identify, select and use fasteners
  • 4.1 Apply site safety systems and procedures, including isolation procedures, when working with fasteners
  • 4.2 Identify fasteners and match with the work requirements
  • 4.3 Correctly use/apply fasteners
5. Conduct housekeeping activities
  • 5.1 Identify and complete tool maintenance requirements
  • 5.2 Clean tools after use and return/store
  • 5.3 Clear work area and dispose of discarded materials
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB455 RIISAM207A Apply operational maintenance skills Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCC93 RIISAM207E Apply operational maintenance skills Unit of competency