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Audit HVAC/R control systems for compliance with regulations and standards

Audit HVAC/R control systems for compliance with regulations and standards

Unit of competency
National Code
UEERA0008
State Code
OBY45
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
031315 - Refrigeration And Air Conditioning Mechanics
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to audit heating, ventilation and air conditioning/refrigeration (HVAC/R) control systems for compliance with regulations and standards.It includes working safely, setting up and conducting evaluation measurements, evaluating performance from measured parameters, and documenting results and recommending any resulting corrective actions.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to audit HVAC/R control systems
  • 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 and workplace procedures are followed in preparation for work
  • 1.3 Examination and testing areas are checked for safety hazards and risk control measures implemented in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Relevant documentation is obtained and interpreted to determine the performance/certification requirements of the system to be assessed in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant industry standards
  • 1.5 Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others
  • 1.6 Tools, testing devices and materials required to carry out work are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Audit HVAC/R control systems
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out the work are followed
  • 2.2 Need to test and measure live work is determined in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Circuits/machines/plant are checked and isolated, as required, in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Performance and energy efficiency requirements of HVAC/R system and assessment methods are applied to the audit process in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Control system examination and tests for particular parameter/s are conducted in accordance with relevant test methods and workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Control system examination and tests are carried out methodically and results noted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of relevant person/s
  • 2.8 Audit is carried out without damage to systems, circuits, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
3 Complete auditing work and document results
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 3.2 Worksite is cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Examination and test results are evaluated and non-compliance issues identified in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Examination test results and comments on non-compliance issues are documented and reported to relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
S7382 UEENEEJ148A Audit HVAC/R control systems for compliance with regulations and standards Unit of competency