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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan for inspection, testing and/or maintenance tasks
  2. Prepare for inspection, testing and/or maintenance tasks
  3. Carry out inspection of inlet systems
  4. Carry out testing of inlet systems
  5. Carry out routine maintenance of inlet systems
  6. Carry out the overhaul of inlet systems
  7. Complete post-work activity requirements

Required Skills

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied

This includes the ability to carry out the following to safely effectively and efficiently inspect test and maintain inlet systems on diesel engine systems

apply legislative requirements and procedures

apply surface and underground worksite hazard identification and risk management requirements and procedures

apply task hazard identification and risk management requirements and procedures

apply technical literacy

interpret and apply technical and scientificindustry terminology

apply hazard and emergency procedures

apply site health and safety requirements and procedures

apply site environmental requirements and procedures

apply site quality requirements and procedures

apply site communication requirements and procedures

apply manufacturers requirements and procedures

communicate with those providing support

apply work area and equipment inspection procedures

apply work area safeguarding options and requirements

apply isolation and lockout requirements and procedures

apply site service and maintenance reporting requirements and procedures

apply inspection requirements and procedures

apply testing requirements and procedures

apply fault finding techniques

apply maintenance requirements and procedures

work wearing appropriate personal protective equipment

select appropriate bolts studs threads and washers to specific applications within a diesel engine system

use tools

use calibratedverified instruments

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used

This includes knowledge of the following to safely effectively and efficiently inspect test and maintain inlet systems on diesel engine systems

site risk statutory compliance health safety environmental quality including quality information and communication requirements and procedures

use of site amp manufacturers requirements and procedures

provisions of ASNZS and relating to inlet systems flametraps for explosion protected diesel engine systems

the failure modes of the inlet system that may affect the explosion protection characteristics and the emissions from diesel engine systems

potential hazards in the use of diesel engine systems including

explosions

fire and

emissions

the relative performance including emissions of increased air induction systems

systems for the reduction of the harmful emissions from diesel engines

functions of the management and treatment systemsand principles employed to limit the creation of and to manage harmful emissions from diesel engines

functions of the management and treatment systemsand principles employed to limit the creation of and to manage harmful emissions from diesel engines

the function performance criteria and protection employed in inlet induction systems including

function

features including

fireprotection

explosion protection

emergency stop

fitment including location

induction boosted considerations including

temperature considerations

the effect on emissions

the effect on performance

the effect of induction cooling after cooling

inlet filters

the features and the requirements for maintenance of the inlet manifold including

function

features and

fitment including the requirements for gaskets and seals

requirements and test requirements for inlet flametraps and the issues related to

fitting assemblies into housings

maintenance including cleaning

routine inspection

types of flametraps permitted and the performance features of each type

the types of joints that may be integral to the design and maintenance of a diesel engine system including

fixed connection

open joints

the requirements for interposed gaskets and seals in joints including

materials

dimensions

form and shape

limitations on allowable maintenance including

service

adjust

replace

repair

overhaul

work in hazardous environments

limitations on allowable modifications and their required controls and procedures

items required to be used in performance of inspection testing and maintenance tasks

tools required for the performance of inspection testing and maintenance tasks

provisions of ASNZS and relating to fasteners and joints

recognise the requirements and performance of various types of fasteners including bolts studs threads and washers

site inspection testing and maintenance support requirements and availability

site work area inspection requirements

site work area safeguarding options and requirements

site isolation and lockout requirements and procedures

site hazard and emergency procedures

site inspection testing and maintenance reporting requirements and procedures

site inspection testing and maintenance record procedures

site requirements and procedures for working in isolation

site requirements for the use of personal protective equipment

Evidence Required

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following

knowledge of the requirements procedures and instructions for the inspection testing and maintenance of inlet systems on diesel engine systems

implementation of requirements procedures and techniques for the safe effective and efficient completion of the inspection testing and maintenance of inlet systems on diesel engine systems

working with others to undertake and complete the inspection testing and maintenance of inlet systems on diesel engine systems that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of the inspection testing and maintenance of inlet systems on diesel engine systems that safely effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance including task skills task management skills contingency management skills and job role environment skills

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant For example language literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances

Where applicable physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities

Access must be provided to appropriate learning andor assessment support when required

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods

written andor oral assessment of the candidates required knowledge

observed documented andor first hand testimonial evidence of the candidates

implementation of appropriate requirement procedures and techniques for the safe effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate

working with others to undertake and complete the inspection testing and maintenance of inlet systems on diesel engine systems

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues


Range Statement

Compliance and other documentation may include::

certification documents

registration documents

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer’s specifications, drawings, instructions and guidelines

Australian Standards, including: AS/NZS3584, and AS 4291

codes of practice

Employment and Workplace Relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Inspection may include:

checking the marking of parts/components

determining the air filter element is clean

inspecting the inlet flametrap for cleanliness damage or deterioration (clean or replace as required)

checking materials and gaskets/seals

the conformity of threads and fasteners to registration and/or certification drawings

Testing may include:

testing inlet flametrap for cleanliness damage or deterioration

conducting gas tightness tests for all joints within the inlet system

measurement of joints for dimensional compliance, surface finish, flatness

Maintenance is:

the combination of actions carried out to retain a diesel engine system in, or to restore it to, conditions in which it is able to meet the requirements of the relevant specification and perform its required function

Maintenance may include authorised:

service

adjusting

replacing

repair

overhaul

modification

Inlet systems may be referred to as induction systems and may be:

naturally aspirated

induction boosted:

turbo-charged

super-charged

Inlet systems include:

air filtration

inlet flametrap

inlet manifold

pipe-work and hoses

joints

Inlet systems may include:

turbo-charger, or

super-charger, and

strangler valve

gas systems

intercoolers or after coolers

Diesel engine systems are:

diesel engines for underground coal mines and their:

inlet systems

exhaust systems

cooling systems

starting systems

shut-down and protection systems

electrical or electronic devices

Work requirements may come from briefings, handovers, and work orders and may include:

nature and scope of tasks

procedures to be applied

quality standards to be applied

available resources

achievement targets

operational conditions

site layout

out-of-bounds areas

designated safe areas

explosion-risk zones

hazardous areas

other hazards and potential hazards

obtaining permits required

worksite inspection requirements

lighting conditions

plant or equipment defects

coordination requirements or issues

Others may include:

other maintenance personnel

support providers

contractors

under-ground production personnel

mobile or fixed plant operators

Inspect and prepare work area may include:

determining if the proposed work area is a designated safe area

identification of explosion-risk zones

identification of hazardous areas

identification of hazards, including:

workshop work area hazard

underground work area hazards

work activity hazards

fire

explosion

emissions

selection and implementation of control measures for the hazards identified

safeguarding site and non-site personnel by:

erection of barricades and posting of signs

selection of appropriate equipment to ensure personnel safety and protection

Items may include:

authorised replacement parts

fasteners as specified in manufacturer’s drawings, which may include:

tensile strength

head and nut configuration

thread form and engagement

corrosion resistance (materials)

coatings (materials and application)

tolerances for fits and threads

tolerances for mating surfaces

dimensions of clearance holes

fixing torques

lubricants and anti-seize compounds used

packing materials

Tools may include:

hand tools

power tools

special tools

testing equipment

Support may include:

other site personnel

contractors

cranes

other lifting equipment

Personal protection equipment may include:

hard hats

eye protection

hearing protection

breathing apparatus

gas/fume masks

prescribed footwear

Pre-start procedures include:

checking:

cleanliness, particularly coal dust

diesel and other flammable liquid leaks

coolant leaks in radiator or radiator hoses

coolant level

that guards are in place and secure

engine oil level is correct

conduct exhaust conditioner/flametrap, low-water, shutdown tests

Hazardous and emergency situations may include:

working alone

personal injury

fire

explosions

emissions

electrical

noise

dust

noxious gases

environmental

chemical

Fault diagnosis may include:

root cause analysis

troubleshooting techniques

Forced induction systems may include:

super-charging

turbo-charging

Routine maintenance is to include:

servicing, including:

cleaning, including:

emptying air intake pre-cleaner

cleaning air filter elements

cleaning air intake flametraps

checking and filling lubricants, fuel and water

adjusting

replacing, including:

air intake pre-cleaner

air filter elements

cleaned or new air intake flametraps

Overhaul may include:

removal

dismantling

cleaning

inspecting

replacing, eg:

gaskets

fasteners

testing, including:

flatness

measuring dimensions

hydrostatic

reassembly

reinstallation

Records may include:

inspection and test results

defect identified

defect rectification carried out

item consumed

hazard/risk management reports