Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare to wet run an outboard engine | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Test procedures and information are accessed and interpreted and appropriate test method is selected 1.3 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.4 Tools and test equipment are selected and checked and wet run test area is prepared according to workplace procedures |
2. Set up engine and equipment for wet run test | 2.1 Engine is checked for ability to run through testing operating range according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 2.2 Engine is prepared and wet run equipment mounted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 2.3 Required testing equipment is attached to engine according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures |
3. Carry out wet run test | 3.1 Engine is started and operated throughout test operating range according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements 3.2 Engine test results are monitored during wet run test according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 3.3 Wet run test results are recorded according to workplace procedures |
4. Complete work processes | 4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and engine is presented ready for use 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Safety and environmental requirements must include: | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: lifting and supporting outboard engines working with outboard engines, including: rotating components propellers exhaust emissions environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from engines during wet run testing. |
Wet run test results must include: | attaching flushing device checking security of fittings connecting remote water supply regulating water supply for test. |
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
carry out wet run testing on two outboard engines, including one outboard engine fitted to a boat.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to wet run testing vessel outboard engines, including procedures for:
lifting and supporting outboard engines
working with outboard engines, including:
rotating components
propellers
exhaust emissions
abnormal noise
environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from engines during wet run testing
types and classifications of outboard engines, including two- and four-stroke engines
wet running procedures for outboard engines, including:
using test tanks
using outboard engine flushers
checking throttle, choke and fast idle settings
testing procedures for wet running outboard engines, including attaching tachometers to engines.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the vessel outboard engines that they have wet run tested, e.g. repair orders.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
marine repair workplace or simulated workplace
workplace instructions
manufacturer outboard engine specifications
two different marine outboard engines, including one engine fitted to a boat
wet run testing equipment for outboard engines
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for carrying out wet run tests on vessel outboard engines.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist