MEM18004 — Maintain and overhaul mechanical equipment

1 Determine job requirements

• 1.1Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• 1.2Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
• 1.3Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
• 1.4Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2 Perform maintenance tasks and adjustments

• 2.1Perform maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment, components or sub-assemblies to meet specifications
• 2.2Check mechanical equipment, components and sub-assemblies visually and with test equipment to ensure correct function or determine malfunction
• 2.3Make adjustments to equipment or components to ensure specifications are met

3 Diagnose and locate faults

• 3.1Determine equipment component function by reference to engineering drawings, technical manuals and/or consultation with appropriate personnel
• 3.2Check maintenance reports, review and diagnose faults
• 3.3Carry out consultation with operators and other relevant plant personnel to assist in locating faults, as required
• 3.4Diagnose fault condition and localise at component level using appropriate test equipment and procedures
• 3.5Evaluate faulty condition and take appropriate corrective action
• 3.6Document faults according to SOPs

4 Repair or overhaul mechanical system

• 4.1Isolate machine or equipment safely or check for isolation
• 4.2Remove faulty equipment, component or sub-assembly from system
• 4.3Select replaceable items from manufacturers’ catalogues and obtain by appropriate means
• 4.4Select correct repair procedure, tools and equipment and prepare for use on serviceable items
• 4.5Service, repair or overhaul items to manufacturers’ or site specifications
• 4.6Check components for compliance to specifications, where applicable

5 Fit and adjust mechanical equipment

• 5.1Adhere to all electrical, safety and site requirements throughout the maintenance cycle
• 5.2Complete maintenance report to procedures and convey to designated personnel
• 5.3Determine fitting requirements and carry out sequential assembly planning, where applicable
• 5.4Prepare and assemble component parts using fastening equipment and methods which ensure conformance to specifications, operational performance, quality and safety
• 5.5Select correct jointing and gasket materials and apply in conformance to specifications and operational requirements
• 5.6Determine correct lubrication requirements by appropriate means and attend to, where applicable, using mechanical or manual applications
• 5.7Level mechanical equipment as appropriate using appropriate wedges and levelling devices
• 5.8Perform correct alignment and balancing functions, where appropriate
• 5.9Perform final adjustments on mechanical equipment to align to operational specifications
• 5.10Test mechanical equipment for accuracy and correct operation where applicable, and return to service to specifications
• 5.11Obtain appropriate work and safety clearances throughout maintenance cycle

What does an assessment tool for MEM18004 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MEM18004 needs to address all 47 unit components: 5 elements with 30 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 9 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MEM18004?

Auditori pulls the current release of MEM18004 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for MEM18004 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MEM18004 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of MEM18004, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.