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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for test
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Test and service procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Test equipment and tools are selected and checked for serviceability
2. Conduct test and interpret results
   • Operational tests are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety requirements
   • Test results are compared with manufacturer specifications
   • Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures
3. Prepare to service equipment
   • Service options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
4. Service equipment
   • Components are serviced, adjusted and replaced 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
5. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and electrical 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
6. Prepare for test
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Test and service procedures and information are sourced and interpreted
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Test equipment and tools are selected and checked for serviceability
7. Conduct test and interpret results
   • Operational tests are carried out according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety requirements
   • Test results are compared with manufacturer specifications
   • Authorisation to proceed is obtained according to workplace procedures
8. Prepare to service equipment
   • Service options are analysed and those most appropriate to the circumstances are selected
   • Tools, equipment and materials are selected and checked for serviceability
9. Service equipment
   • Components are serviced, adjusted and replaced 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
10. Complete work processes
    • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and electrical 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.

Test and service procedures must include:	brush serviceability resistive load testing motor speed circuit breaker battery condition battery charger.
Test equipment must include:	multimeter and electrical testing equipment circuit tester and load testing device.
Safety requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including: procedures for selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE) observing warnings in relation to working with 240 volt systems procedures for safely using electrical test equipment.
Environmental requirements must include:	environmental requirements, including procedures for disposing of battery packs.

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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:

test and service:

two different 240 volt electric outdoor power equipment

two different cordless battery powered outdoor equipment.

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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 and environmental requirements relating to the test and service of electric outdoor power equipment, including:

procedures for selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)

observing warnings in relation to working with 240 volt systems

procedures for safely using electrical test equipment

environmental requirements, including procedures for disposing of battery packs

application, purpose and operation of 240 volt and cordless battery powered outdoor electric equipment

licensing and regulatory requirements for 240 volt components

test and service procedures for 240 volt electric outdoor power equipment, including:

brush assembly

resistive load testing

circuit breaker

stator windings

rotor windings

handle, mountings and frame

electrical leads

switch

protective guards

test and service procedures for cordless battery powered outdoor electric equipment, including:

brush assembly

resistive load testing

circuit breaker

stator windings

rotor windings

handle, mountings and frame

electrical leads

switch

protective guards

battery

battery charger

post-repair testing procedures for electric outdoor power equipment, including operating equipment through its full operating range.

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