Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan engine maintenance tasks
- Planned maintenance system is accessed to establish engine maintenance requirements for vessel
- Maintenance tasks are proposed and prioritised in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the maintenance work
- Resource requirements are identified and accessed to ensure efficient completion of tasks
- Maintenance tasks are recorded in the maintenance schedule according to organisational procedures
- Prepare for engine service
- Nature and scope of work requirements are confirmed according to organisational procedures
- Service procedures, workshop manuals and manufacturer specifications are accessed and interpreted
- Tools, equipment and materials required for servicing are identified and prepared
- Engine and components are visually inspected for external signs of defects according to maintenance documentation
- Electrical components are identified and electrical equipment is used safely
- Engine is started, ran up to operating temperature and checked for leaks, abnormal noises and pressures
- Test results are compared with manufacturer/component supplier specifications to determine compliance or non-compliance
- Results are documented with supporting information and recommendations are made about serviceability and repair
- Service engines and engine components
- Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements are identified and observed
- Service operations are performed according to organisational procedures manufacturer/component supplier specifications
- Fluid level checks and replenishments are carried out according to manufacturer/component supplier specifications
- Appropriate lubricants are applied to engine
- Equipment/components requiring replacement are changed according to manufacturer/component supplier specifications
- Adjustments are made according to manufacturer/component supplier specifications
- Complete work
- Engine is inspected to ensure protective guards, cowlings and safety features are in place
- Engine is cleaned according to organisational procedures
- Materials to be reused are collected and stored according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures
- Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures
- Waste and scrap are removed according to legislative requirements and organisational procedures
- Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults are identified and reported according to organisational procedures