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Inspect, test and maintain diesel engine systems and their ancillary systems

Inspect, test and maintain diesel engine systems and their ancillary systems

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIDES301D
State Code
WH240
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/05/2014
Original Release Date
14/11/2013
Nominal Hours
80
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to inspect, test and maintain diesel engine systems and their ancillary systems in Coal mining.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of this unit.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for inspection, testing and maintenance of diesel engine systems and their ancillary systems
  • 1.1 Access, interpret, inspect, test and maintain diesel engine systems and their ancillary systems, apply documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify, confirm and apply verbal and written work instructions
  • 1.3 Conduct a toolbox talk with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities
  • 1.4 Identify, address and report potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • 1.5 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for an emergency
2. Prepare for inspection, testing and maintenance of diesel engine systems and their ancillary systems
  • 2.1 Coordinate activities with others prior to commencement of, during, and on completion of the work activity
  • 2.2 Identify and obtain items and tools required for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the tasks
  • 2.3 Select and wear personal protection equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 2.4 Access, interpret and apply equipment pre-start procedures
  • 2.5 Access and apply isolation and lock-out of all equipment
3. Carry out inspection of diesel engines and their ancillary systems
  • 3.1 Inspect diesel engine systems and their ancillary systems
  • 3.2 Report outcomes of inspection to appropriate person
4. Carry out testing of diesel engines and their ancillary systems
  • 4.1 Access and operate testing equipment
  • 4.2 Carry out safe, effective and efficient testing and fault finding of diesel engine and ancillary systems
  • 4.3 Diagnose and record existing or identified faults and recommend corrective actions
5. Carry out routine maintenance of diesel engines and their ancillary systems
  • 5.1 Identify, access and use maintenance tools and equipment
  • 5.2 Identify, interpret and undertake corrective actions
  • 5.3 Carry out routine maintenance of diesel engine systems and ancillary systems
6. Carry out the overhaul of diesel engines and their ancillary systems
  • 6.1 Identify, access and use overhaul tools and equipment
  • 6.2 Carry out overhaul of diesel engine and ancillary systems
7. Conduct housekeeping activities
  • 7.1 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
  • 7.2 Report issues identified with plant, tools and equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC347 RIIDES301 Inspect, test and maintain diesel engine systems and their ancillary systems Unit of competency