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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to wet run an outboard engine
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Test procedures and information are accessed and interpreted and appropriate test method is selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and test equipment are selected and checked and wet run test area is prepared according to workplace procedures
2. Set up engine and equipment for wet run test
   • Engine is checked for ability to run through testing operating range according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Engine is prepared and wet run equipment mounted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Required testing equipment is attached to engine according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
3. Carry out wet run test
   • Engine is started and operated throughout test operating range according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Engine test results are monitored during wet run test according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Wet run test results are recorded according to workplace procedures
4. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and engine is presented ready for use
   • 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 wet run an outboard engine
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Test procedures and information are accessed and interpreted and appropriate test method is selected
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
   • Tools and test equipment are selected and checked and wet run test area is prepared according to workplace procedures
6. Set up engine and equipment for wet run test
   • Engine is checked for ability to run through testing operating range according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Engine is prepared and wet run equipment mounted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Required testing equipment is attached to engine according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
7. Carry out wet run test
   • Engine is started and operated throughout test operating range according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements
   • Engine test results are monitored during wet run test according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
   • Wet run test results are recorded according to workplace procedures
8. Complete work processes
   • Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and engine is presented ready for use
   • 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.

Safety and environmental requirements must include:	work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: lifting and supporting outboard engines working with outboard engines, including: rotating components propellers exhaust emissions environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from engines during wet run testing.
Wet run test results must include:	attaching flushing device checking security of fittings connecting remote water supply regulating water supply for test.

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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:

carry out wet run testing on two outboard engines, including one outboard engine fitted to a boat.

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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 wet run testing vessel outboard engines, including procedures for:

lifting and supporting outboard engines

working with outboard engines, including:

rotating components

propellers

exhaust emissions

abnormal noise

environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of fluids released from engines during wet run testing

types and classifications of outboard engines, including two- and four-stroke engines

wet running procedures for outboard engines, including:

using test tanks

using outboard engine flushers

checking throttle, choke and fast idle settings

testing procedures for wet running outboard engines, including attaching tachometers to engines.

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