The use of hand tools, power tools and specialist tools is included. Work tasks include preventative maintenance; testing diagnostic fault finding; adjustment, repair, replacement and overhauling of pneumatic systems to predetermined standards of quality, safety and work practices and procedures.

Pneumatic components are identified, inspected and correct operational function is assessed using fluid power principles to predetermined specifications, interpreted from data sheets, manufacturers' catalogues, circuit diagrams and engineering drawings.

Tests, checks, adjustments, repair, replacement and overhaul are undertaken on pneumatic assemblies/sub-assemblies, stationary/mobile equipment, pneumatic power tools according to site or manufacturers' specifications. Appropriate follow-up procedures are instigated, adopted and appropriate documentation is maintained.

Work is undertaken autonomously or in a team environment.

Band:

This unit has dual status and is to be regarded as both a Specialisation band A unit and Specialisation band B unit for progression to C5 (AQF level V).

Unit Weight: 4

Path 1

MEM09002B

Interpret technical drawing

MEM12023A

Perform engineering measurements

MEM18001C

Use hand tools

MEM18002B

Use power tools/hand held operations

MEM18003C

Use tools for precision work

MEM18006C

Repair and fit engineering components

MEM18018C

Maintain pneumatic system components

MEM18055B

Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Undertake preventative maintenance checks/adjustments on pneumatic systems

1.1. System components, assemblies or sub-assemblies are identified and prepared for inspection/preventative maintenance.

1.2. Visual inspection and testing with appropriate test equipment are carried out according to fluid power principles, procedures and safety requirements.

1.3. Scheduled preventative maintenance tasks are performed including obvious repairs and adjustments according to manufacturers' specification using fluid power techniques/practices.

2. Undertake fault finding on pneumatic systems

2.1. Designated pneumatic system components are identified and a visual inspection of the system is carried out for the collection of fault finding data.

2.2. System operator is consulted where appropriate and additional data is collected.

2.3. Maintenance reports and preventative maintenance schedules are checked and reviewed for additional fault finding data.

2.4. Using fluid power principles, checks and tests are undertaken using appropriate test equipment and techniques.

2.5. Faults and malfunctions are identified and verified.

2.6. Faults and malfunctions are documented or reported by appropriate means to designated personnel and actioned.

3. Repair and/or overhaul pneumatic power system

3.1. System or sub-assembly is isolated safely and residue pressure is discharged in accordance with prescribed procedures or checked for correct isolation.

3.2. Isolated system or sub-assembly is tagged according to designated means.

3.3. Component or sub-assembly is removed from system using correct removal principles and techniques.

3.4. Components or sub-assemblies are dismantled, examined and verified for replacement, overhaul or repair, using correct and appropriate techniques and procedures.

3.5. Replacement items are selected from manufacturers' catalogues to meet specifications

3.6. Faulty items are repaired/replaced/overhauled, using correct and appropriate principles, techniques and procedures.

3.7. Component or sub-assembly items are refitted to equipment and tested for correct operation assessed against specifications.

4. Recommission pneumatic system

4.1. System or sub-assembly is recommissioned according to prescribed procedures and specifications.

4.2. Using fluid power principles and system application techniques, correct operation of the system is verified.

4.3. Appropriate follow-up procedures are instigated.

4.4. Maintenance records/service reports are updated and completed by appropriate designated means.

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

preparing pneumatic system components for inspection/preventative maintenance

inspecting and testing pneumatic system and components

performing scheduled preventative maintenance tasks

performing repairs on the pneumatic system/components as required

visually inspecting pneumatic system and its components for indications of correct/incorrect operation

consulting system operator with respect to the fault being investigated

obtaining and interpreting maintenance reports and preventative maintenance schedules

checking/testing pneumatic system/component operation

verifying/confirming apparent faults/malfunctions

documenting or reporting verified faults/malfunctions

initiating repair/overhaul of the pneumatic system

isolating and depressurising pneumatic system

checking pneumatic system to ensure isolation and depressurisation

tagging isolated pneumatic system

removing pneumatic components/sub-assembly from the system

dismantling pneumatic components/sub-assemblies

examining pneumatic components/sub-assemblies and their parts for conformance to specification

selecting replacement parts selected from manufacturers' catalogues

overhauling faulty items

refitting pneumatic component/sub-assembly into the system

testing pneumatic component/sub-assembly for correct operation

recommissioning pneumatic system/sub-assembly to specification

checking/testing pneumatic system/sub-assembly for correct operation

initiating follow-up procedures

updating and completing maintenance records/reports

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

common pneumatic system components

pneumatic system/component faults that can be determined by visual inspection

the application of common pneumatic system/component test equipment

scheduled preventative maintenance tasks

manufacturers' specifications

common pneumatic system and component faults

any previous faults in the pneumatic system/components

any previous maintenance carried out on the pneumatic system/components

typical checks/tests that can be carried out on pneumatic systems/components and their application

pneumatic system/component tests and testing techniques

apparent faults/malfunctions

documentation/reporting requirements with respect to verified faults/malfunctions

procedures for initiating repair and/or overhaul of the pneumatic system

hazards associated with working on pneumatic systems/components, including housekeeping

the procedures for isolating and depressurising pneumatic systems

the tagging requirements for isolated systems

the structure of typical pneumatic components

specifications of pneumatic components and their constituent parts

reasons for deciding to repair, replace or overhaul pneumatic components

system recommissioning procedures

the pneumatic system operational specifications

any appropriate follow-up maintenance or operational checks

maintenance recording/reporting requirements

consequences of inaccurate or incomplete recording/reporting of maintenance/service activities

pneumatic principles

safe work practices and procedures

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to maintain pneumatic systems. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.

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

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with maintaining and repairing pneumatic systems or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

Guidance information for assessment

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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.

Preventative maintenance checks

Preventative maintenance is undertaken on a periodic basis and appropriate documentation is maintained

Systems

For the purposes of this unit, a system is regarded as a functionally related group of elements. The unit extends to tests involving interacting, interrelated, or interdependent components

Test equipment

Leak testers, escape rate gauges, hand held pressure testers and other appropriate equipment

Repair

Rectify, replace components, determine for reuse

Unit sector

Maintenance and diagnostics

This unit contains employability skills.