Required skills

identify hazards and implement safe work procedures

apply basic diagnostic techniques

recognise faults and deterioration of components and carry out mechanical repairs

select and match tools and equipment with work requirements

apply handeye coordination

apply safe workplace and positive environmental procedures

read and interpret enterprise policy maintenance plans manufacturer specifications and material safety data sheets MSDS

effectively communicate with contractors and supervisor and record and report maintenance details and outcomes

calculate volumes and measure speed flow rates and distance

use numeracy skills to estimate calculate and record routine workplace measures

use interpersonal skills to work with and relate to people from a range of cultural social and religious backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities

Required knowledge

construction of bores and windmills and maintenance requirements

diesel engine components maintenance requirements and repair procedures

working principles of diesel engines

drive systems and components

types and uses of lubricants and other servicing materials

servicing characteristics of bores and windmills

types characteristics uses and limitations of hand and power tools

basic diagnostic processes and techniques

environmental codes of practice with regard to maintenance activities

OHS legislative requirements

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

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following

maintain all components of bores and windmills

carry out testing procedures to determine correct operation

recognise and rectify mechanical faults

carrying out repairs to bore mill heads and pumps to ensure the full function and flow of water supplies

dismantle and assemble windmills and mechanical components

source and apply specialist direction and refer to bore histories for troubleshooting

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances

Service requirements may include:

Programmed procedures for the checking of the bore head may include:

The service and repair of windmills may include: