Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Engines
Engines may include:
2-stroke spark ignition for marine craft
4-stroke compression ignition engines for marine craft
Overhaul
Overhaul may include:
complete dismantling of an assembly and component parts
measuring and evaluation of wear
the replacement, repair, rebuilding or reconditioning of parts comparable to original parts
re-assembly procedures
performance of functional testing
completion of records
Pre-start checking procedures
Pre-start checking procedures may include:
running to operating temperature
priming oil
checking engine fluid levels, including lubrication and coolant
checking fuel system for leaks
checking for abnormal noises
checking for pressures
checking gauges and warning devices for operation
Safe operating procedures
Safe operating procedures may include operational risk assessments associated with:
toxic substances
electrical safety
machinery movement and operation
manual and mechanical lifting and shifting
working in proximity to others
Environmental work practices
Environmental work practices may include:
use of renewable, recyclable, reusable and recoverable resources
minimisation and appropriate disposal of waste and packaging
prevention of contaminants and wastewater entering stormwater drains, waterways or marine environments
minimisation and containment of hazards to air quality
minimisation of noise generating activities
safe storage of parts and components containing environmentally hazardous material
provision of appropriate storage or recycling containers for solid and liquid waste
use of impervious paved area for surface cleaning, engine degreasing and preparation
use of an approved parts washer
use of drip trays under vehicles
cleaning hands over drains connected to an oil/water separator or liquid waste collection drums
minimisation of vehicle exhausts and emissions and provision of ventilated work areas
use of a ventilated, enclosed booth or chamber for spray painting and abrasive sanding
recovering chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and blends from air conditioning systems for recycling or approved disposal
prevention of tributyltin, arsenic, mercury and dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT) entering the marine environment
Information/documents
Information/documents may include:
verbal, written and graphical instructions issued by authorised internal and external persons
parts listing prices and catalogues
inventory systems
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
diagrams or sketches
engineer's design specifications and instructions
manufacturer specifications
industry standards (e.g. American Boat and Yacht Council, National Marine, Manufacturer's Association and US Coast Guard)
Australian standards
workplace specifications and requirements
Legislative requirements
Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice, and may include:
Environment Protection Regulations related to diesel fuels
award and enterprise agreements
industrial relations
Australian standards
Australian Design Rules
confidentiality and privacy
WHS
the environment
equal opportunity
anti-discrimination
duty of care
WHS requirements
WHS requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:
personal protective equipment and clothing
safety equipment
first aid equipment
hazard and risk control
elimination of hazardous materials and substances
manual handling, including shifting, lifting and carrying of engine cradles, slings and shackles and the safety ratings against the load to be lifted
emergency procedures
Environmental requirements
Environmental requirements may include:
waste management
noise
dust
clean-up management
Organisational policies and procedures
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
quality policies and procedures, including Australian standards
WHS, sustainability, environment, equal opportunity and anti-discrimination
manufacturer specifications and industry codes of practice
safe work procedures
reporting and recording procedures

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
observe safety procedures and requirements
communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work
select methods and techniques which are appropriate to overhauling marine engines and components
complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner
overhaul a range of two and four cycle outboard engines to industry and manufacturer specifications and within workplace timeframes
test prior to placing in service
complete workplace records as required by the workplace.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that reflects as far as possible the actual working environment.
Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory requirements, including specified Australian standards.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.
The following resources should be made available:
appropriate worksite
range of two and four cycle outboard engines
work instructions
equipment, hand and power tooling appropriate to repairing marine engines
relevant information, including manufacturer specifications .
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of Required Skills and Knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on Required Skills and Knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application.
Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.