2)

This unit is intended for competency development entry-level employment based programs incorporated in approved contracts of training or approved training programs. It may also used to augment previously acquired competencies.

Prerequisite Unit(s)

4)

Competencies

4.1)

Granting competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed.

UEENEEE101A

Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace

UEENEEE137A

Document and apply measures to control OHS risks associated with electrotechnology work

For the full prerequisite chain details for this unit please refer to Table 2 in Volume 1, Part 2

Literacy and numeracy skills

4.2)

Participants are best equipped to achieve competency in this unit if they have reading, writing and numeracy skills indicated by the following scales. Description of each scale is given in Volume 2, Part 3 ‘Literacy and Numeracy’

Reading

3

Writing

3

Numeracy

3

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1

Prepare to find and repair faults.

1.1

OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood.

1.2

OHS risk control measures and procedures are followed in preparation for the work.

1.3

The nature of the fault is obtained from documentation, work supervisor and customer to establish the scope of work to be undertaken.

1.4

Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is co-ordinated effectively with others.

1.5

Sources of materials that may be required for the work are established in accordance with established procedures.

1.6

Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the work are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct operation and safety.

2

Find and repair faults.

2.1

OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.

2.2

The need to test or measure live is determined in strict accordance with OHS requirements and when necessary conducted within established safety procedures.

2.3

Apparatus is checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures.

2.4

Fault finding is approached methodically drawing on knowledge of microwave heating apparatus using measured and calculated values of operating parameters and referenced to manufacturer’s specifications.

2.5

Equipment components are dismantled where necessary and parts stored to protect them against loss or damage.

2.6

Faulty components are rechecked and their fault status confirmed.

2.7

Faulty components are readjusted or replace in accordance with established procedures.

2.8

Effectiveness of the repaired component is tested in accordance with established procedures.

2.9

Apparatus is reassembled, finally tested and prepared for return to customer.

2.10

Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person.

2.11

Fault finding and repair activities are carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus and the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy practices.

3

Completion and report fault finding and repair activities.

3.1

OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed.

3.2

Work area is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures.

3.3

Written justification is made for repairs to apparatus including components and materials used.

3.4

Acceptance that the reported fault(s) have been repaired is sought from an appropriate person in accordance with established procedures.

8) This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and finding and repairing faults in microwave heating apparatus.

All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies.

KS01-EH123A Microwave heating apparatus

Evidence shall show an understanding of microwave heating apparatus fault finding and repair, applying safe working practices and relevant Standards, Codes and Regulations to an extent indicated by the following aspects:

T1. Propagation of electromagnetic waves through the atmosphere, microwave frequency bands

T2. Microwave heating devices encompassing:

Components

Operating parameters and constraints

Measurements, test equipment and testing techniques

T3. EMI/EMC, generation, suppression and reduction.

9)

Overview of Assessment

9.1)

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

9.2)

Context of and specific resources for assessment

9.3)

Method of assessment

9.4)

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units

9.5)

10) This relates to the unit as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the performance criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.

This unit shall be demonstrated in relation to finding and repairing at least four faults in two different microwave heating devices.

Generic terms used throughout this Vocational Standard shall be regarded as part of the Range Statement in which competency is demonstrated. The definition of these and other terms that apply are given in Volume 2, Part 2.1.

5)

This unit contains Employability Skills

The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements.

License to practice

3)

The skills and knowledge described in this unit do not require a license to practice in the workplace provided equipment is not connected to installation wiring at voltage above 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. However other conditions may apply in some States/Territories subject to regulations related to electrical work.

Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and where applicable contracts of training such as apprenticeships.

Note:

1. Compliance with permits may be required in various jurisdictions and typically relates to the operation of plant, machinery and equipment such as elevating work platforms, powder operated fixing tools, power operated tools, vehicles, road signage and traffic control, lifting equipment and the like. Permits may also be required for some work environments such as confined spaces, working aloft, near live electrical apparatus and site rehabilitation.

2. Compliance may be required in various jurisdictions relating to currency in First Aid, confined space, lifting and risk safety measures.