Assessor Resource

MSATMVER302A
Verify a simple measuring instrument

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency is applicable to verifiers who operate under a licence to test and mark a specific class of simple measuring instruments. Simple measuring instruments are used in a very wide range of commerce. For example, dip sticks are used to measure bulk petroleum products and beverages, dimensional measuring instruments are used to determine cubic measurements of packages for freight and length/area instruments are used to measure a wide range of articles sold by reference to those measurements.

Industry representatives have provided case studies to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting. These are found at the end of this unit of competency under the section 'This competency in practice'.

This unit of competency covers the ability to apply National Test Procedures to determine whether a simple measuring instrument is suitable for trade and then mark it accordingly. It also involves the installation and/or repair of simple measuring instruments.

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Evidence Required

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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

Competency must be demonstrated in the ability to perform consistently at the required standard for one class of simple measuring instruments listed in the Range Statement.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors should ensure that candidates can:

identify, access and apply test procedures

identify and use suitable reference standards

install and repair measuring instruments to meet statutory requirements

evaluate and adjust the impact of the operating environment on the performance of the instrument

analyse test results to determine the instrument's suitability for verification (trade use)

maintain the security and confidentiality of data in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements

report results in the required formats and expected timeframe.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace environment.

This unit of competency may be assessed with:

MSATMREF301A Use and maintain reference standards.

Resources may include:

simple measuring instruments, test equipment and reference standards

computer and relevant software and/or organisation information management system

Certificates of Approval for simple measuring instruments

relevant legislative and organisational procedures.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

questions to assess understanding of relevant procedures and remedial actions

review of verification reports prepared by the candidate

feedback from supervisors and peers regarding the candidate's ability to verify the performance of instruments in accordance with legislative and organisational procedures.

In all cases, practical assessment should be supported by questions to assess underpinning knowledge and those aspects of competency which are difficult to assess directly. Questioning techniques should suit the language and literacy levels of the candidate.

This competency in practice

Industry representatives have provided the case studies below to illustrate the practical application of this unit of competency and to show its relevance in a workplace setting.

A local hotel tests their spirit measuring instruments once a month to ensure they comply with the relevant trade measurement legislation. These tests reveal two of the remote storage spirit measuring instruments are giving short measure to their customers. The publican contacts a verifier, explains the situation and asks if he/she can repair them today. When the verifier asks the publican if he is still using the instruments, he responds 'yes'. The verifier advises the publican that he should immediately stop using the two instruments to avoid being fined for using an incorrect instrument by national Trade Measurement.The verifier arrives that afternoon and discusses the problem in more detail with the publican. During this discussion, the verifier explains what he/she will be doing and confirms that he will maintain the highest standards of hygiene when working with the spirits.The verifier conducts a preliminary test on the incorrect instruments and confirms the publican's results. After making adjustments to rectify their inaccuracy, the verifier assesses the instruments design against the Certificate of Approval and completes a full test in accordance with the nationally recognised National Test Procedures. As all results are now within the maximum permissible errors, the verifier marks the instruments with a certification mark and completes a certification form. Before leaving the hotel, the verifier explains to the publican that he/she has completed the work and is now leaving the hotel. The verifier submits the relevant forms to national Trade Measurement within the specified 14 days.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

diagnosing faults in simple measuring instruments

installing and repairing measuring instruments with a basic design

accessing, interpreting and applying a range of documents for the verification of simple measuring instruments including:

national measurement legislation

routine National Test Procedures

Certificates of Approval

National Measurement Institute verification policy

Australian Standards

accessing and interpreting Certificates of Verification for a limited range of reference standards

using routine communication and negotiation skills to:

explain the purpose of verification

inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to rectify them

explain verification procedures and outcomes to tradersand managers

accessing, transporting, setting up, validating, using and maintaining a limited range of test equipment and reference standards

identifying and evaluating environmental impacts on performance of a range of simple measuring instruments

conducting tests and recording results with close attention to detail and accuracy

performing calculations involving fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions and percentages

using correct units and the correct number of significant figures

analysing performance results over a single or limited range of operating conditions

planning routine tasks

developing/implement an efficient verification strategy that has a limited impact on others

demonstrating professionalism and maintaining the rights of the trader at all times

solving routine/expected problems

working safely

Required knowledge

design, major components and functions for relevant simple measuring instruments

licensing requirements for a verifier including:

quality management system

licence conditions

maintenance of statutory records

general chemical and physical principles and concepts including:

weight, mass, gravity and density

temperature effects and coefficients of expansion

basic knowledge of the operating procedures across a limited range of environments includinglaboratories, retail, industrial and farming

knowledge of metrological terms and terminology specific to simple measuring instruments such as maximum permissible errors and traceability

national measurement legislation applicable to simple measuring instruments

detailed knowledge of National Test Procedures and operating procedures for equipment and reference standards used in job role including:

purpose of test

test conditions and possible environmental impacts on performance of the instrument

key preparation/measurement steps in test method

calculation steps to give results in appropriate units and precision

maximum permissible errors for simple measuring instruments under test

procedures for completing verification documentation

organisational policy and procedures for verifying simple measuring instruments

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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.

Prescribed performance criteria for

instruments

Prescribed performance criteria for instruments may include:

design is in accordance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval

performance meets the criteria described in the Certificates of Approval, National Test Procedure and legislation

Appropriate documentation

Where reference is made to documentation, it is expected the latest version will be used.

Appropriate documentation may include:

Certificates of Verification

Certificates of Approval for simple measuring instruments

test procedures for verifying simple measuring instruments

organisational test reports

organisational procedures e.g. company quality assurance manual

National Measurement Act

occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations, guidelines and procedures and material safety data sheets (MSDS)

equipment manuals and warranty, supplier catalogues and handbooks

National Measurement Institute policy

Australian Standards

Certificates of Approval

Certificates of Approval may include:

the Certificate issued under national measurement legislation approving the pattern of a simple measuring instrument as being suitable for trade

Test equipment

Test equipment may include:

reference standards of measurement

equipment other than reference standards of measurement such as weighing instruments, strikes, funnels, water meters, beakers, roman levels, tramells and pocket length comparator

Legislation

Legislation may include:

national measurement legislation

applicable Commonwealth, state and territory OHS legislation

National Measurement Institute policy

National Measurement Institute policy may include:

accepted test procedure variations

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instruction

determination

National Test Procedures for simple measuring instruments

National Test Procedures for simple measuring instruments may include:

beverage measuring instruments

protein measuring instruments

length measuring instruments

area measuring instruments

dimensional measuring instruments

vehicle tanks

milk tanks

any other test procedure prescribed by the National Measurement Institute

OHS and environmental management requirements

OHS and environmental management requirements refer to:

all operations must comply with enterprise OHS and environmental management requirements, which may be imposed through state/territory or Federal legislation. These requirements must not be compromised at any time

all operations assume the potentially hazardous nature of samples and require standard precautions to be applied

where relevant, users should access and apply current industry understanding of infection control issued by the National Health and Medical Research Council and State and Territory Departments of Health

Operating environmental impacts

Operating environmental impacts may include:

vibration

temperature

humidity

dust

electromagnetic interference

level

Records

Records may include:

test reports

safety procedures

a history of equipment calibration and test results

Simple measuring instruments

Verifiers may be licensed to test and mark specific classes of instruments from the following list.

Simple measuring instruments may include:

beverage measuring instruments

protein measuring instruments

length measuring instruments

area measuring instruments

dimensional measuring instruments

vehicle tanks

milk tanks

any other instruments prescribed by the National Measurement Institute

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access and correctly interpret information for installing or repairing instruments 
Select required components, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer/component supplier specifications 
Perform installation or repair in accordance with legislation, industry codes of practice and organisational guidelines 
Avoid instrument damage during installation or repair 
Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be verified 
Access and correctly interpret documentation required for the verification 
Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the verification 
Liaise with the trader to provide the items required on site 
Ensure specified test equipment is fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures 
Store and transport test equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice 
Identify relevant local workplace health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies 
Evaluate whether the operating environment will impact on the instrument performance 
Modify the operating environment or implement alternative arrangements to ensure reliable test conditions as necessary 
Identify the maximum permissible errors for the instrument from the legislative requirements 
Use test equipment safely in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures 
Check instrument for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval 
Inspect the instrument in accordance with relevant National Test Procedure and appropriate National Measurement Institute policy 
Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the instrument is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements 
Display the verification result on the instrument in accordance with legislative requirements 
Use test reports to present verification results in the required format 
Complete verification documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures 
Communicate results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines 
Apply organisation's procedures and practices to meet licensing authority's requirements 
Clarify any issues about licensing requirements with the licensing authority as they arise 
Review work and seek feedback from others to confirm continuing compliance with licensing requirements 
Identify implications of non-compliance with licensing requirements 
Identify inadequacies in trader's procedures and practices which may contribute to non-compliance with licensing requirements and/or national measurement legislation 
Explain inadequacies and possible remedial actions to trader 
Keep accurate and complete records in accordance with licensing requirements 
Ensure authorisation, training and relevant licences are current in accordance with organisational and licensing requirements 
Inform the licensing administering authority of changes to personal information as required by statute 

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