Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to audit HVAC/R control systems
- OHS processes and procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood
- Established OHS risk control measures and procedures are followed in preparation for the work.
- Examination and testing area is checked for safety hazards and risk control measures implemented in strict accordance with safety policy and procedures.
- Relevant documentation is obtained and read to determine the performance/certification requirements against which the system is to be assessed.
- Note: Examples of documentation are those specifying safety requirements, technical standard and as marketed technical performance, product quality endorsement standards.
- Audit HVAC/R control systems for compliance with regulations and standards.
- OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
- The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within established safety procedures.
- Circuits/machines/plant are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures.
- In depth knowledge of the performance and energy efficiency requirements of HVAC/R system and assessment methods are applied to the audit process.
- Control system examination and tests are set up in accordance with established test methods and procedures for each particular parameter under scrutiny.
- Control system examination and tests are carried out methodically and results and comments systematically noted.
- Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person.
- Assessment is carried out without damage to systems, circuits, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy practices.
- Complete auditing work and document results
- OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed.
- Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures.
- Examination and test results are evaluated and non-compliance issues identified.
- Examination, test results and comments on non-compliance issues are documented and reported to appropriate person(s) in accordance with established procedures