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

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:

observe safety procedures and requirements

communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

select repair methods and techniques appropriate to the circumstances

complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner

repair and rebuild a range of two and four cycle outboard engines from single cylinder to current multi-cylinder engines and their components to manufacturer and component specifications

complete the repair of two and four cycle outboard engine and components within workplace timeframes

complete workplace records.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that reflects as far as possible the actual working environment.

Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory requirements, including specified Australian standards.

Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.

The following resources should be made available:

appropriate worksite

range of two and four cycle marine engines and components

specifications and work instructions

equipment, hand and power tooling appropriate to repairing marine engines

relevant information, including manufacturer specifications.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of Required Skills and Knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on Required Skills and Knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application.

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Required skills

Required skills include:

technical skills to the level required to use workplace technology related to the testing, diagnosis and repair of marine engines and components, including use of specialist tooling, measuring equipment, use of communication devices and workplace technology to record results of repair work

communication skills to the level required to confirm work requirements and specifications, to communicate effectively regarding work requirements with supervisor, other workers and customers, to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and of varying physical and mental abilities, and to report work outcomes and problems

literacy skills to the level required to understand information related to work orders, including common industry terminology, plans and safety procedures, to interpret technical information and specifications, and to prepare reports

numeracy skills to the level required to correctly calculate time, assess tolerances, apply accurate measurements, calculate material requirements and establish quality checks

problem-solving skills to the level required to identify technical and procedural problems to avoid planning and scheduling problems, and time and material wastage

team skills to the level required to work effectively and cooperatively with others to optimise workflow and productivity

Required knowledge

Required knowledge includes:

operating principles and construction of two and four cycle outboard engines and components

repair and rebuild procedures and methodologies for different engines types

testing and adjustment procedures for different engine types

service and repair manuals (hard copy and electronic)

manufacturer and component supplier specifications, including workshop manuals and repair guides

applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice, including OHS, personal safety and environment, relevant to testing, diagnosing and repairing two and four cycle outboard engines and components

organisational policies and procedures, including quality requirements, reporting and recording procedures, OHS regulations and requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements related to testing, diagnosing and repairing two and four cycle outboard engines and components

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. 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.

Marine engines

Marine engines may include:

2-stroke petrol

4-stroke diesel and petrol

Repair and rebuild

Repair and rebuild may include:

on- and off-site repairs

dismantling and reassembly

repair and replacement of components

testing and adjustments

Pre-start checking procedures

Pre-start checking procedures may include:

running to operating temperature

priming oil

checking engine fluid levels, including lubrication and coolant

checking fuel system for leaks

checking for abnormal noises

checking for pressures

checking gauges and warning devices for operation

Tooling and equipment

Tooling and equipment may include:

specific service and general workshop equipment and tooling

measuring equipment

lubricating equipment

Materials

Materials may include:

spare parts

lubricants

fluids

cleaning materials

Environmental work practices

Environmental work practices may include:

use of renewable, recyclable, reusable and recoverable resources

minimisation and appropriate disposal of waste and packaging

prevention of contaminants and wastewater entering stormwater drains, waterways or marine environments

minimisation and containment of hazards to air quality

minimisation of noise generating activities

safe storage of parts and components containing environmentally hazardous material

provision of appropriate storage or recycling containers for solid and liquid waste

use of impervious paved area for surface cleaning, engine degreasing and preparation

use of an approved parts washer

use of drip trays under vehicles

cleaning hands over drains connected to an oil/water separator or liquid waste collection drums

minimisation of vehicle exhausts and emissions and provision of ventilated work areas

use of a ventilated, enclosed booth or chamber for spray painting and abrasive sanding

recovering CFCs, HCFCs and blends from air conditioning systems for recycling or approved disposal

prevention of tributylin, arsenic, mercury and DDT entering the marine environment

Information/documents

Information/documents may include:

verbal, written and graphical instructions issued by authorised internal and external persons

parts listing prices and catalogues

inventory systems

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

diagrams or sketches

engineer's design specifications and instructions

manufacturer specifications

industry standards (e.g. American Boat and Yacht Council, National Marine, Manufacturer's Association and US Coast Guard)

Australian standards

workplace specifications and requirements

current boating licence

Legislative requirements

Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice, and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian standards

Australian Design Rules

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

duty of care

OHS requirements

OHS requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling, including shifting, lifting and carrying

emergency procedures

road rules

safe driving policy

Environmental requirements

Environmental requirements may include:

waste management

noise

dust

clean-up management

Organisational policies and procedures

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

quality policies and procedures, including Australian standards

OHS, sustainability, environment, equal opportunity and anti-discrimination

manufacturer specifications and industry codes of practice

safe work procedures

reporting and recording procedures