Application
This unit applies to hoses used for the transfer of fuel products.
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for testing process | 1.1 Australian Standards and industry requirements relating to fuel hose testing are accessed, interpreted and applied to testing process 1.2 Safety requirements to conduct of hydrostatic and continuity testing are interpreted and applied during testing process 1.3 Test equipment is checked for serviceability prior to operation 1.4 Personal protective equipment is selected and worn during testing process |
2. Perform fuel hose tests | 2.1 Continuity tests are performed on fuel hoses in accordance with Australian Standards 2.2 Hydrostatic tests are performed on fuel hoses in accordance with Australian Standards 2.3 Test results are interpreted, abnormal results are analysed and secondary tests are performed where accuracy is in doubt 2.4 Tests are performed at intervals stipulated within Australian Standards and workplace procedures |
3. Finalise test procedures | 3.1 Test results are recorded and reported in accordance with Australian Standards and workplace procedures 3.2 Hoses are classified and labelled according to test results 3.3 Hoses which fail testing procedures are handled in accordance with Australian Standards and workplace procedures |
Required Skills
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
compile test documentation interpret Australian Standards, regulations and technical publications operate specific test equipment use personal protective equipment |
Required Knowledge |
Australian Standards relating to petroleum hoses hydrostatic and continuity testing procedures relevant WHS legislation and policies |
Evidence Required
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Nil Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated performing a number of tests on different sizes and types of petroleum hoses used within the workplace. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to: workplace specific fuel hoses specific test equipment personal protective equipment Australian Standards and workplace operating procedures and publications. |
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. | |
Australian Standards must include: | Australian Standard 2683-2000: Hose and hose assemblies for distribution of petroleum and petroleum products (excepting LPG) |
Industry requirements may include: | Def (AUST) 5695 |
Safety requirements may include: | Bunding Location of testing Personal protective equipment Pressure in accordance with Australian Standards |
Test equipment may include: | Multimeter Hydraulic pressure tester |
Personal protective equipment may include: | Eye protection Gloves Safety footwear |
Workplace procedures may include: | Duty statements Legislative requirements Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Relevant state/territory and organisational WHS regulations Standard Operating Procedures Technical manuals Written or verbal instructions |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Not applicable.