Unit of competency Outline

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Install machine/plant

Install machine/plant

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM10006
State Code
OAV78
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/03/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to install machine/plant where the equipment being installed requires substantial modification to the existing site and/or connecting equipment and excludes minor modifications.Work is undertaken utilising new or existing external and internal locations and sites and foundations, footings, beds and frameworks are completed prior to installation and commissioning. Installation covered by this unit also excludes electrical installation.Where design skills are required see unit MEM09011 Apply basic engineering design concepts.Where existing machines/plant are replaced by the same or similar machine/plant see unit MEM18006 Perform precision fitting of engineering components.Where balancing skills or manufacture of gaskets is required see appropriate units.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 4
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Inspect and prepare installation site
  • 2.1 Check site for correct location, dimension and levels utilising appropriate measuring equipment
  • 2.2 Report non-compliance with specification to appropriate authority
  • 2.3 Undertake alteration/correction with approval of appropriate authority
  • 2.4 Prepare all surfaces, materials and components for use
3 Install machine/plant
  • 3.1 Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with site procedures and to Australian Standards
  • 3.2 Prepare machine components for correct sequential installation
  • 3.3 Install machine/plant in accordance with manufacturers' and site specifications
  • 3.4 Undertake routine modifications/alterations according to procedures, where required
  • 3.5 Ensure machine/plant is levelled, aligned, coupled and connected (excluding electrical connections) in accordance with specifications
  • 3.6 Clean site and clear all debris and leave in safe state
  • 3.7 Ensure all reports and documentation is completed to required specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5461 MEM10006B Install machine/plant Unit of competency