Modification History
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Release 1 |
New unit of competency |
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes to inspect service and maintain battery storage systems in recreational boating equipment and marine applications. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Work applies to marine applications ranging from personal leisure craft to light commercial applications for inboard, stern drive and outboard marine applications. Work requires individuals to demonstrate limited judgement and problem-solving skills in managing own work activities. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare to undertake inspection |
1.1. Nature and scope of work requirements are identified and confirmed 1.2. Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) requirements and other appropriate precautions are identified and taken 1.3. Technical inspection requirements are sourced 1.4. Tools and equipment are located and prepared 1.5. Safe operating procedures for working with batteries are identified and confirmed |
2. Conduct inspection |
2.1. Inspection methods are implemented according to workplace procedures 2.2. Inspection results are compared with job requirements 2.3. Results are documented with evidence and supporting information and recommendations made 2.4. Inspection report is forwarded to persons for action according to workplace procedures |
3. Carry out service and maintenance |
3.1. Service and/or maintenance methods are carried out according to workplace procedures and job requirements 3.2. Adjustments made during service and/or maintenance are carried out according to workplace requirements and job requirements 3.3. Unserviceable components are removed and tagged and faults are identified according to work requirements |
4. Clean up work area and maintain equipment |
4.1. Work area is tidied, and tools and equipment are replaced according to workplace requirements 4.2. Workplace documentation is completed according to workplace requirements |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge. A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:
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Context of, and specific resources for assessment |
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting. Assessment is to occur:
Assessment is to comply with relevant:
The following resources should be made available:
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Method of assessment |
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package. Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge. Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application. Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of a holistic work role. Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements: |
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Safe operating procedures may include: |
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Service and/or maintenance methods may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Competency field |
Marine |
Unit sector |
Technical – Electrical and electronic |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.