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

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

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.

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