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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to inspect and service pumping system of outdoor power equipment
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Manufacturer inspection and servicing procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Inspect pumping system
   • Pumping system is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
   • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
   • Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures
3. Service pumping system
   • Service options are selected according to manufacturer maintenance schedule and lubrication charts
   • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures
5. Prepare to inspect and service pumping system of outdoor power equipment
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Manufacturer inspection and servicing procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
6. Inspect pumping system
   • Pumping system is inspected and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
   • Inspection findings are reported according to workplace procedures, including recommendations for necessary repairs or adjustments
   • Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures
7. Service pumping system
   • Service options are selected according to manufacturer maintenance schedule and lubrication charts
   • Service and adjustments are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements, and without causing damage to components or systems
   • Post-service testing is carried out according to workplace procedures
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and equipment is presented ready for use, including protective guards, cowlings and safety features
   • Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected
   • Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures
   • Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures

Range Statement

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.

Servicing procedures must include:	inspecting seals, filters and components testing unit for pressure, suction and discharge replacing service items inspecting hoses, fittings and mountings.
Pumping systems must include:	centrifugal pumps high pressure piston pumps diaphragm pumps.
Safety requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: safely starting and operating pumping systems working with exhaust fume hazards working with 240 volt equipment.
Post-service testing must include:	running pumping system to operating conditions checking pumping system for pressure and flow adjusting system re-testing pumping system.

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Performance Evidence

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:

inspect and service the following three outdoor power equipment pumping systems:

centrifugal pumping system

high pressure piston pumping system

diaphragm pumping system.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to inspecting and servicing pumping systems, including procedures for:

safely starting and operating pumping systems

working with exhaust fume hazards

working with 240 volt equipment

identification and function of positive and non-positive displacement pumping systems

application and purpose of pumping systems, including:

centrifugal pumps as used for firefighting, irrigation and water transfer

high pressure piston pumps as used in pressure cleaners

diaphragm pumps as used in orchard spraying

drive systems

types of lubricants and fluids, and their application

inspection procedures for pumping systems, including:

component wear analysis

system operation analysis

service and adjustment procedures for pumping systems, including:

filters and strainers

hose and pipe fittings and attachments

overload devices

protective guards and cowlings

handle assembly

lubrication systems

mounting brackets and frame

test procedures and pump performance

drive systems

post-service testing procedures for outdoor power equipment pumping systems.

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