Assessor Resource
MEM18011
Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to isolate and shut down machines and equipment and applies to situations that require extensive system knowledge that exclude the straightforward starting/stopping of machinery/equipment through the use of simple switching, including use of emergency switches.
All shutdown and isolation must comply with relevant regulations, Australian Standards and legislative requirements governing isolation and shutdown.
Where interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.
Where the selection and use of engineering measurement is required unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements should also be selected.
Where the selection and use of tools is required unit MEM18001 Use hand tools and unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations should also be selected as appropriate.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Band:
This unit has dual status and is to be regarded as both a specialisation Band A unit and Specialisation Band B unit for progression to C7 (AQF level IV).
Unit Weight: 2
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