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Maintain and service mechanical locking devices

Maintain and service mechanical locking devices

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM20006
State Code
OAU04
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/01/2020
Field of Education
030715 - Precision Metalworking
Original Release Date
24/01/2020
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to carry out maintenance of a range of mechanical locks and locking systems in commercial, industrial and domestic environments.Where maintenance and servicing of safes is required unit MEM20011 Service and repair fire and security containers should also be selected.Where maintenance and servicing of automotive locks is required unit MEM20012 Service and repair mechanical automotive locking systems and unit MEM20013 Service automotive transponder systems, should also be selected as appropriate. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Band: AUnit Weight: 6
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 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
  • 1.5 Review work order and clarify with appropriate person(s), as required
2 Prepare for maintenance
  • 2.1 Identify mechanical locks/locking systems to be serviced or repaired and confirm in accordance with work order
  • 2.2 Select tools, equipment and materials appropriate to job requirements and check for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturers' specifications
  • 2.3 Identify faulty or unsafe tools and segregate for repair or replacement in accordance with SOPs
  • 2.4 Identify potential and existing risks and hazards associated with maintenance activities and control in accordance with SOPs
3 Maintain mechanical lock/locking system
  • 3.1 Access mechanical locks/locking systems identified for maintenance with minimal disruption to client, services or normal work routines
  • 3.2 Conduct checks on mechanical locks/locking systems and components to identify any damage, friction or sticking in accordance with manufacturers' specifications
  • 3.3 Service mechanical locks/locking systems and components and repair in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and work order
  • 3.4 Identify worn keys and replace, as required, to ensure effective operational capability in accordance with work order, legislative requirements and SOPs
  • 3.5 Report complex faults or repair requirements outside area of responsibility or competence to appropriate person(s) for specialist advice in accordance with SOPs
4 Complete maintenance
  • 4.1 Reassemble serviced and repaired mechanical locks/locking systems and check for correct operation and serviceability in accordance with manufacturers' specifications
  • 4.2 Make notification of work completion to appropriate person(s) in accordance with SOPs
  • 4.3 Complete and process documentation in a prompt and accurate manner in accordance with industry and legislative requirements and SOPs
  • 4.4 Clean work area, tools and equipment and store in accordance with SOPs
  • 4.5 Report malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to tools for repair or replacement in accordance with SOPs
  • 4.6 Collect waste from service and repair activities, treat and dispose or recycle in accordance with organisational and environmental requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5667 MEM20006A Maintain and service mechanical locking devices Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEV37 MEM20027 Maintain and service mechanical locking devices Unit of competency