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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare inspection areas for basic magnetic particle testing
   • Inspection areas are cleaned and prepared for testing using appropriate procedures and materials.
   • Preparation processes are carried out in accordance with the relevant specifications and OH&S requirements.
   • Inspection areas are visually assessed and obvious discontinuities are identified.
2. Perform basic magnetic particle testing
   • Nominated 'yoke' or 'bench' magnetic particle testing procedure is identified from standard operating procedures.
   • Test equipment is prepared in accordance with relevant standards and/or procedures.
   • Magnetic particle test is carried out in accordance with relevant work instructions and OHS requirements.
   • Magnetic particle testing equipment is maintained and stored in accordance with standard operating procedures and OH&S requirements.
3. Report the results of magnetic particle test(s)
   • Basic indications are checked and defects are identified in accordance with enterprise standards and/or procedures.
   • Basic indications are confirmed in accordance with enterprise standards and/or procedures.
   • Test results are reported in accordance with enterprise standards and/or procedures.

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in interpreting and following procedures identifying inspection areas identifying discontinuities and defects selecting appropriate testing techniques and procedures assessing risks entering routine and familiar information onto proformas and standard workplace forms locating reading and interpreting information on written job instructions specifications charts lists and other reference documentation planning sequencing operations

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of surface preparation procedures and OHampS requirements in relation to the preparation process established assessment procedures and techniques types of discontinuities and their consequences scope and basic principles of magnetic particle testing procedure for carrying out magnetic particle test using either the yoke or bench advantages and limitations of magnetic particle testing hazards and safety precautions associated with magnetic particle testing basic maintenance and storage procedures for testing equipment common basic defects methodsprocedures for reporting test results advantages limitations of various equipment magnetic particle application methods for wet dry particles recording and reporting results of simple tests safety precautions in testing use of toxic flammable materials electrical hazards use and application of personal protective equipment safe work practices and procedures relevant hazards and control measures related to the competency

Evidence Required

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	A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to perform basic magnetic particle testing Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria including required knowledge and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts
Context of and specific resources for assessment	This unit may be assessed on the job off the job or a combination of both on and off the job Where assessment occurs off the job that is the candidate is not in productive work then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety quality communication materials handling recording and reporting associated with performing basic magnetic particle testing procedures in a range of industrial applications or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit
Method of assessment	Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid sufficient current and authentic Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation supervisors reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency The candidate must have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures product and manufacturing specifications codes standards manuals and reference materials
Guidance information for assessment

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Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Preparation processes	Surface cleaning and drying

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