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Evidence Guide: MSMTMINS501 - Inspect a range of complex measuring instruments

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MSMTMINS501 - Inspect a range of complex measuring instruments

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Prepare for inspection

  1. Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected
  2. Access and correctly interpret documentation required for the inspection
  3. Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection
  4. Ensure test equipment is suitable for its purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures
  5. Store and transport equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice
  6. Access and evaluate any previous inspection outcomes for the trader and instrument
  7. Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection
  8. Develop an inspection strategy to maximise resources and minimise time required to complete the inspection
Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected

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Access and correctly interpret documentation required for the inspection

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Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection

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Ensure test equipment is suitable for its purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

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Store and transport equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice

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Access and evaluate any previous inspection outcomes for the trader and instrument

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Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection

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Develop an inspection strategy to maximise resources and minimise time required to complete the inspection

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1

Prepare for inspection

1.1

Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected

1.2

Access and correctly interpret documentation required for the inspection

1.3

Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection

1.4

Ensure test equipment is suitable for its purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

1.5

Store and transport equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice

1.6

Access and evaluate any previous inspection outcomes for the trader and instrument

1.7

Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection

1.8

Develop an inspection strategy to maximise resources and minimise time required to complete the inspection

2

Liaise with the trader to schedule complex tests

2.1

Discuss inspection arrangements with site controller where applicable

2.2

Identify relevant local workplace, health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies

2.3

Discuss the inspection strategy with the trader to minimise its impact on the trader's normal operations

2.4

Arrange site clearances and suitable scheduling for tests

2.5

Negotiate access to trader's equipment, materials and support personnel required for testing to be available on site

2.6

Arrange for any equipment to be provided by the trader, if required, by the National Instrument Test Procedure

3

Initiate inspection

3.1

Identify the site controller, explain/review the purpose of the inspection and, if required, produce formal identification

3.2

Review inspection strategy to ensure there is minimal disruption to the public and/or trader

3.3

Communicate inspection strategy to all personnel involved

3.4

Identify locations for product return or disposal if applicable

3.5

Evaluate the impacts of the operating environment on the instrument performance or test results and, where applicable, implement corrective actions

3.6

Identify operational factors impacting on instrument performance or test result and, where applicable, implement corrective actions

4

Evaluate complex measuring instrument performance

4.1

Identify the maximum permissible errors for the instrument from the legislative requirements

4.2

Manage and review resources to maintain inspection timelines

4.3

Provide effective communication to ensure relevant personnel are informed of variations to the inspection strategy and inspection progress

4.4

Check instrument for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval

4.5

Inspect the instrument in accordance with relevant National Instrument Test Procedure and appropriate National Measurement Institute (NMI) policy

5

Analyse inspection results

5.1

Perform specified calculations to determine a performance result for the instrument with appropriate accuracy, precision and significant figures

5.2

Use graphical and statistical analysis to analyse results as necessary

5.3

Analyse inspection data for unacceptable performance trends

5.4

Ensure results are consistent with reasonable expectations and estimations

5.5

Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the instrument is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements

6

Evaluate verifier performance

6.1

Analyse verifiers’ complex instrument test reports to identify potential verifier performance deficiencies

6.2

Identify the scope of the verifier performance audit

6.3

Identify the expected outcomes of the verifier performance audit

6.4

Communicate the scope and process of the performance audit to the verifier

6.5

Assess the verifier's performance against the expected outcome

6.6

Analyse any variances from the expected outcomes to identify any isolated or systemic problems

6.7

Clearly communicate the results of the performance audit to the verifier, including any rectification requirements, in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policies and procedures

7

Report inspection results

7.1

If required, display the inspection result on the instrument in accordance with legislative requirements

7.2

Use test reports to present inspection results in the required format

7.3

Complete inspection documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures

7.4

Communicate inspection results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines

7.5

Recommend corrective actions as appropriate

8

Act on non-compliance

8.1

Select applicable enforcement action for the non-compliance in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures

8.2

Inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to have them corrected

8.3

Implement enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures

8.4

Respect the rights of the trader at all times

Required Skills and Knowledge

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1

Prepare for inspection

1.1

Identify and evaluate the type of instrument to be inspected

1.2

Access and correctly interpret documentation required for the inspection

1.3

Identify and access test equipment, products and consumables required for the inspection

1.4

Ensure test equipment is suitable for its purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

1.5

Store and transport equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and industry best practice

1.6

Access and evaluate any previous inspection outcomes for the trader and instrument

1.7

Identify workplace health and safety issues relevant to the inspection

1.8

Develop an inspection strategy to maximise resources and minimise time required to complete the inspection

2

Liaise with the trader to schedule complex tests

2.1

Discuss inspection arrangements with site controller where applicable

2.2

Identify relevant local workplace, health and safety issues and implement appropriate control strategies

2.3

Discuss the inspection strategy with the trader to minimise its impact on the trader's normal operations

2.4

Arrange site clearances and suitable scheduling for tests

2.5

Negotiate access to trader's equipment, materials and support personnel required for testing to be available on site

2.6

Arrange for any equipment to be provided by the trader, if required, by the National Instrument Test Procedure

3

Initiate inspection

3.1

Identify the site controller, explain/review the purpose of the inspection and, if required, produce formal identification

3.2

Review inspection strategy to ensure there is minimal disruption to the public and/or trader

3.3

Communicate inspection strategy to all personnel involved

3.4

Identify locations for product return or disposal if applicable

3.5

Evaluate the impacts of the operating environment on the instrument performance or test results and, where applicable, implement corrective actions

3.6

Identify operational factors impacting on instrument performance or test result and, where applicable, implement corrective actions

4

Evaluate complex measuring instrument performance

4.1

Identify the maximum permissible errors for the instrument from the legislative requirements

4.2

Manage and review resources to maintain inspection timelines

4.3

Provide effective communication to ensure relevant personnel are informed of variations to the inspection strategy and inspection progress

4.4

Check instrument for compliance with the appropriate Certificates of Approval

4.5

Inspect the instrument in accordance with relevant National Instrument Test Procedure and appropriate National Measurement Institute (NMI) policy

5

Analyse inspection results

5.1

Perform specified calculations to determine a performance result for the instrument with appropriate accuracy, precision and significant figures

5.2

Use graphical and statistical analysis to analyse results as necessary

5.3

Analyse inspection data for unacceptable performance trends

5.4

Ensure results are consistent with reasonable expectations and estimations

5.5

Evaluate results against prescribed performance criteria and determine if the instrument is suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements

6

Evaluate verifier performance

6.1

Analyse verifiers’ complex instrument test reports to identify potential verifier performance deficiencies

6.2

Identify the scope of the verifier performance audit

6.3

Identify the expected outcomes of the verifier performance audit

6.4

Communicate the scope and process of the performance audit to the verifier

6.5

Assess the verifier's performance against the expected outcome

6.6

Analyse any variances from the expected outcomes to identify any isolated or systemic problems

6.7

Clearly communicate the results of the performance audit to the verifier, including any rectification requirements, in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policies and procedures

7

Report inspection results

7.1

If required, display the inspection result on the instrument in accordance with legislative requirements

7.2

Use test reports to present inspection results in the required format

7.3

Complete inspection documentation in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures

7.4

Communicate inspection results within the specified time and in accordance with organisational guidelines

7.5

Recommend corrective actions as appropriate

8

Act on non-compliance

8.1

Select applicable enforcement action for the non-compliance in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures

8.2

Inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to have them corrected

8.3

Implement enforcement action in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational policy and procedures

8.4

Respect the rights of the trader at all times

Evidence of competence in this unit must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:

completing initial verification testing of all of the following complex instruments:

non-automatic weighing machines >3

LPG dispensers

bulk flow metering systems for liquid hydrocarbons other than LPG

completing initial verification testing of at least four (4) of the following complex flowmetering and weighing instruments:

bulk LPG flow metering systems

bulk flow metering systems for liquid products other than liquid hydrocarbons

automatic rail weighbridges

continuous totalising automatic weighing instruments (belt weighers)

discontinuous totalising hopper weighing instruments

any other complex measuring instrument prescribed by the NMI

accessing and correctly interpreting documentation required for inspections, evaluation of instruments and verifier audits

ensuring test equipment and reference standards are fit for purpose in accordance with applicable legislation and organisational procedures

planning, scheduling, preparing for and safely conducting inspections to optimise use of resources, maximise outcomes and minimise disruption to the public and trader

checking compliance and evaluating the performance of complex measuring instruments using appropriate Certificates of Approval, NMI policy and National Instrument Test Procedures, and adjusting for any impact of the operating environment

using specified calculations, graphical and statistical analysis to determine a performance result for a complex measuring instrument

reliably determining if complex measuring instruments are suitable for trade use in accordance with legislative requirements

conducting at least two (2) verifier audits to assess the performance of verifiers who test and mark complex measuring instruments for trade use

assessing verifier performance against expected outcomes and analysing any variances to identify isolated or systemic problems

identifying potential non-compliance of trading practices (applicable to instruments) with national measurement legislation and initiating an efficient inspection strategy that has a limited impact on others

recognising and acting on non-compliance of complex measuring instrument or verifier performance and/or trading practices with national measurement legislation and initiating appropriate enforcement action

demonstrating professionalism and respecting the rights of the trader at all times

using advanced communication and negotiation skills to:

explain the purpose of inspection

arrange site clearances, gain cooperation of site controllers and schedule complex tests

access trader’s equipment and equipment, materials and support personnel to complete the inspection, when necessary

inform traders of non-compliances and consequences of failing to rectify them

explain inspection procedures and outcomes to traders, verifiers and managers

organise large equipment to be dispatched ahead of inspection visit, when necessary

performing specified calculations involving:

fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions and percentages

scientific notation, correct units and the correct number of significant figures, calculation of uncertainties

evaluation of formulae containing powers, exponents and logarithms functions

preparation and interpretation of linear graphs

maintaining the security and confidentiality of data in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements

reporting results in the required formats and expected timeframe

working safely.

Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:

general science principles and concepts, including:

physical states (solid, liquid and gas), weight, mass, gravity and density

pressure, pressure differential, backpressure and head pressure, fluid flow and viscosity

temperature effects and coefficients of expansion, flashpoint, boiling point and ice point

metrological terms and terminology of specific instruments, such as maximum permissible errors, maximum permissible difference and maximum permissible variation, traceability, repeatability, uncertainty, error of measurement and error of indication, meter creep, hose dilation, temperature correction, linearization and gas elimination

details of the design and applications for one (1) complex measuring instrument in each class, the major instrument components and their function

national measurement legislation applicable to complex measuring instruments

safe work method statements (SWMS) for a range of trading environments, such as laboratories, retail, commercial, office, manufacturing, industrial, mining, construction, medical, chemical and petroleum

NMI policy requirements, including test procedure variations between a verification, in-service or audit inspection, bulletins, instructions and determinations

National Instrument Test Procedures and operating procedures for equipment and reference standards used in job role, including:

test conditions and possible environmental impacts on performance of the instrument

key preparation/measurement steps in test method

calculation steps to give results in appropriate units and precision

maximum permissible errors for instruments being inspected

safety principles and procedures relevant to instruments

organisational policy and procedures for inspecting complex measuring instruments including completing inspection documentation

organisational safety procedures and requirements of applicable Commonwealth, state and territory WHS/OHS legislation

basic first aid and site safety induction, if required.

Range Statement

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

National Instrument Test Procedures include one or more of:

measurement instrument test procedures

any other test procedure prescribed by the NMI

Classes of complex measuring instruments include one or more of:

non-automatic weighing machines >3 tonne

LPG dispensers

bulk LPG flow metering systems

bulk flow metering systems for liquid hydrocarbons other than LPG bulk flow metering systems for liquid products other than liquid hydrocarbons

automatic rail weighbridges

continuous totalising automatic weighing instruments (belt weighers)

discontinuous totalising hopper weighing instruments

any other complex measuring instrument prescribed by the NMI

Test equipment includes:

reference standards of measurement

equipment, such as weighing instruments, pumping units, two-way communication, LPG cylinders, hoses, fittings, rail wagons, trains and tankers

Certificates of Approval include:

any Certificate issued by the Chief Metrologist under Regulation 60 of the National Measurement Regulations approving the pattern of a complex weighing instrument as being suitable for trade

Prescribed performance criteria for complex measuring instruments include:

that the instrument is of an approved pattern

that the instrument operates within the appropriate limits of error permitted by legislation

that the instrument is used in accordance with any legislative requirements

Verification

Has the same meaning as Section 18GG of the National Measurement Act 1960

Verification marks

Verification marks for different instruments are defined in Sections 2.28 and 2.29 of the National Trade Measurement Regulations

Trading practices include one or more of:

methods used for the sale of goods

using measuring instruments

position of measuring instruments

environmental factors

suitability of instrument

incorrect measurement

Enforcement actions include one or more of:

formal warnings, infringement notices, undertakings, injunction and prosecutions

Legislation includes:

national measurement legislation

applicable Commonwealth, state and territory work/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) legislation

NMI policy includes:

test procedure variations between a verification, in-service or audit inspection

bulletins

instructions

determinations

WHS/OHS and environmental management requirements include:

complying with WHS/OHS and environmental management requirements at all times, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation. These requirements must not be compromised at any time

applying standard precautions relating to the potentially hazardous nature of samples

accessing and applying current industry understanding of infection control issued by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and State and Territory Departments of Health, where relevant