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Repair and maintain audio equipment

Repair and maintain audio equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASOU303
State Code
WI207
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
031317 - Electronic Equipment Servicing
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake basic repairs to, and maintain, audio equipment and accessories used in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries. At this level, individuals are required to use some discretion and judgement and operate under broad supervision within an established framework of plans and procedures.In some States and Territories of Australia, a restricted electrical licence is required to repair and maintain production equipment. Restricted electrical licences allow a person to carry out electrical work incidental to a trade. Incidental work may include fault-finding on equipment or changing like for like equipment by disconnecting and reconnecting the fixed wiring. It does not include any other changes to the fixed wiring.Testing and tagging of electrical equipment must be carried out by a person with the relevant certificate of competency in accordance with the performance specifications of:Australian Standard 3760: 200 In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipmentAustralian Standard 3002: 1985 Electrical installations - shows and carnivals.In some States and Territories a licensed electrician would be required to undertake the tasks outlined in Element 2.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Undertake routine maintenance tasks
  • 1.1 Clean and maintain equipment, cables and accessories according to organisational procedures
  • 1.2 Conduct safety checks on equipment according to manufacturer instructions and work health and safety (WHS) guidelines
  • 1.3 Check and replace spares and consumables and ensure production equipment is ready, and available to productions, at specified locations
  • 1.4 Complete required documentation to ensure accurate records of checked and maintained items, and provide copies to relevant personnel
2. Undertake repair tasks
  • 2.1 Recognise faults and safely shut down equipment if necessary, following manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures
  • 2.2 Isolate fault to specific equipment or parts of equipment using fault detection procedures, and determine repair requirements
  • 2.3 Tag faulty production equipment according to organisational procedures
  • 2.4 Make minor repairs to faulty equipment according to safety requirements and manufacturer instructions and within level of own responsibility
  • 2.5 Refer complex repairs to technical specialists or licensed personnel in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 2.6 Where appropriate, have technical specialists pilot repairs from a remote location
  • 2.7 Discuss faults and repair needs with technical specialists, demonstrating correct use of terminology
3. Finalise work activity
  • 3.1 Undertake simple modifications to equipment, ensuring current safety measures and deadlines are met
  • 3.2 Complete documentation according to organisational procedures and distribute to relevant personnel as required
  • 3.3 Review repair and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with service documentation and manuals
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1592 CUESOU01C Repair and maintain audio equipment Unit of competency