CPCPFS3049 — Conduct preventive maintenance on fixed fire pumpsets

1 Prepare for work.

• 1.1Access, read and apply preventative maintenance on fixed pumpset requirements from relevant job plans and specifications, codes, Australian Standards, manufacturer’s specifications and jurisdictional requirements.
• 1.2Identify and apply workplace policies and procedures, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
• 1.3Sequence tasks specified in relevant maintenance schedules.
• 1.4Identify materials and components and calculate quantities.
• 1.5Select and check serviceability of tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• 1.6Carry out preparation of work area for efficient preventive maintenance of fixed fire pumpsets.
• 1.7Check materials and components for conformity with delivery docket.

2 Perform preventive maintenance tasks on pump circulatory system.

• 2.1Isolate pump following workplace requirements before conducting maintenance tasks.
• 2.2Disassemble cooling line strainer, remove and inspect screen, and identify and report faulty materials.
• 2.3Clean screen and reassemble strainer following workplace procedures.
• 2.4Check operation of circulatory valve and replace valve if required.
• 2.5De-isolate pump, conduct start test, and check water flow at tundish or sight glass.

3 Perform preventive maintenance tasks on packing glands.

• 3.1Disassemble pump packing gland housing and remove gland plate.
• 3.2Remove and dispose of packing using appropriate packing extractors and following quality and environmental requirements.
• 3.3Repack gland following manufacturer’s instructions.
• 3.4Reinstall gland plate and adjust as required.
• 3.5De-isolate, operate and check pump to ensure packing gland leak rate meets manufacturer’s instructions and quality requirements.

4 Perform preventive maintenance tasks on special pump valves.

• 4.1Drain down pump pipework and check to ensure there is no residual water pressure.
• 4.2Disassemble special valves and inspect housing.
• 4.3Inspect internal components of special valves and install replacements.
• 4.4Reassemble special valves, de-isolate pump and check system to ensure it is operating correctly.

5 Report anomalies and complete documentation.

• 5.1Record inspection and testing results and report anomalies following quality requirements.
• 5.2Complete preventive maintenance documentation and forward to relevant persons for action.

6 Clean up.

• 6.1Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
• 6.2Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure.

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