Unit of competency details

Unit Descriptor 

This unit covers the competency required to refuel vehicles and equipment from packaged fuel within a field environment.

Application of the Unit 

This unit applies to refuelling operations performed from small temporary field refuelling sites and includes the supply of both liquid fuels  and other fuel products.

Drum stock includes the use of drums up to 205 litre and/or small portable fuel bladders; refuelling operations may be conducted using either small motorised or hand fuel pumping equipment. The conduct of field refuelling tasks from larger, more complex facilities is covered within DEFPE001A Conduct field refuelling operations from a bulk fuel installation.

Personnel may perform tasks within this unit either as individuals or as part of a small team under limited supervision, following set procedures and methods, requiring some discretion and judgement.

Employability Skills 

This unit contains employability skills.

Pre-requisite Unit /s 

Nil

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.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

1. Prepare for refuelling tasks 

1.1 Equipment  is inspected for serviceability and prepared for operation in accordance with workplace procedures 

1.2 Refuelling site is established in accordance with workplace procedures and given directions

1.3 Safety equipment  is selected and used during refuelling operations

1.4 Fuel products are handled in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and safety procedures

1.5 Fuel is tested  for product contamination.

1.6 Contaminated product is quarantined and reported to supervisor

1.7 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation in accordance with standard procedures

1.8 Environmentally sustainable work practices are identified, assessed and implemented where feasible

2. Perform refuelling operations 

2.1 Vehicles and equipment are earthed prior to commencement of refuelling operations

2.2 Refuelling tasks are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures

2.3 Refuelling equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturers' instructions

2.4 Refuelling operations are monitored and faults are rectified or reported in accordance with workplace procedures

2.5 Emergencies /incidents  are responded to in accordance with emergency response plans 

3. Finalise refuelling operations 

3.1 Refuelling equipment is shut down in accordance with manufacturers' instructions

3.2 Refuelling equipment is maintained in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and workplace procedures

3.3 Refuelling documentation is compiled in accordance with workplace procedures

3.4 Other fuel products  are issued in accordance with workplace procedures

3.5 Refuelling equipment is packed away in preparation for re-deployment

3.6 Refuelling site is refurbished in accordance with organisational environmental policies and procedures

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 

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

Required Skills 

• calculate the mass, volume and special requirements of packaged fuel products
• compile documentation specific to the issue of fuel products
• control fuel spills
• interpret fuel markings and panels
• select and use personal protective equipment
• use firefighting equipment

Required Knowledge 

• dangerous goods handling procedures
• emergency procedures when transferring and handling fuel products
• environmental protection measures to be applied during refuelling and fuel transfer operations
• first aid
• fuel testing procedures
• fuel products and fuel transfer systems including:
• causes of explosions and related preventive measures
• physical properties of fuels
• simple hydraulics principles
• valve and hose systems
• functions and responsibilities of team members during refuelling and fuel transfer operations
• hazard control methods associated with fuel products
• hazards and safety precautions to be observed during refuelling and fuel transfer operations
• maintenance procedures for fuel transfer systems
• relevant OH&S and pollution control legislation and policies

EVIDENCE GUIDE 

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

• supply liquid fuels and other fuel products
• use drums up to205 litre and small portable fuel bladders
• use small motorised and hand fuel pumping equipment.

Consistency in performance 

Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a wide variety of situations within the workplace.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Context of assessment 

Competency should be assessed in a field environment.

Specific resources for assessment 

Access is required to:

• workplace refuelling systems and fuel products
• safety equipment and personal protective equipment
• specific workplace operating procedures and publications.

RANGE STATEMENT 

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.

Liquid fuels may include 

Aviation gasoline

Aviation turbine fuels

Diesel fuel

Ground gasoline

Kerosene

Equipment may include 

Firefighting equipment

Fuel hoses

Motorised/hand fuel pumps

Spill kits

Workplace procedures may include 

Australian Standards

Briefs

Duty statements

Fire orders

Legislative requirements

Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions

OH&S regulations

Organisational policies and procedures

Pollution control plan

Procedure manuals

Relevant state/territory or federal legislation

Standard Operating Procedures

Technical procedures

Written or verbal instructions

Safety equipment may include 

Emergency shower/eye wash

Emergency spill kits

Fire extinguishers

First aid kits

Personal protective equipment including:

• eye protection
• gloves
• hearing protection
• high visibility clothing
• mask or respirator
• safety headwear and footwear

Testing fuel for product contamination must include testing 

Appearance

Particulate

Water

Emergencies /incidents may include 

Explosions

Fires

Fuel spills

Inhalation and/or skin contact with vapours and gases

Emergency response plans may include 

Fire plan

First aid plan

Spill/environmental plan

Other fuel products may include 

Anti-freeze fluids

Greases

Oils and lubricants

Temporary protectives

Co-requisite Unit /s 

Nil