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Remove and install propeller systems and components

Remove and install propeller systems and components

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA307
State Code
AUE06
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/08/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2015
Field of Education
031503 - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Original Release Date
22/07/2015
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency requires application of hand skills and the use of maintenance publications to remove and install fixed wing aircraft propellers and propeller system components during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. Work may be performed individually or as part of a team.The unit is part of the Mechanical Certificate IV (Aircraft Maintenance Stream) training pathway. The unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Civil Aviation safety Authority (CASA). Where a CASA licensing outcome is sought this unit forms part of the CASA requirement for the granting of the chosen maintenance certification licence under Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 66, in accordance with the licensing provisions in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Remove propellers and components
  • 1.1 System is rendered safe and prepared in accordance with relevant aircraft publications/maintenance regulations/orders and standards and practices
  • 1.2 Isolation and warning signs are installed/fitted to ensure personnel safety and freedom from damage during component removal
  • 1.3 Propeller system component removal is carried out in accordance with relevant aircraft publications/maintenance regulations/orders and standards and practices while observing all relevant work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including the use of material safety data sheets (MSDS) and items of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 1.4 Required aircraft maintenance documentation is accurately completed and correctly processed
  • 1.5 Removed components are labelled, sealed and packaged in accordance with relevant aircraft publications/maintenance regulations/orders and standards and practices
2. Install propellers and components
  • 2.1 Propeller system components to be installed are checked to confirm correct part numbers, serviceability and modification status
  • 2.2 Component installation is carried out in accordance with relevant aircraft publications/maintenance regulations/orders and standards and practices while observing all relevant WHS requirements, including the use of MSDS and items of PPE
  • 2.3 Support/safety equipment is removed at an appropriate time to ensure personnel safety and freedom from structural damage
  • 2.4 Required aircraft maintenance documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
D4422 MEA307C Remove and install propeller systems and components Unit of competency