MEM27018 — Test, diagnose and rectify mobile and stationary plant external monitoring and control systems

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What an assessment for MEM27018 must cover

53 assessable components: 5 elements (23 performance criteria), 10 performance evidence and 20 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

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 Locate and identify features and purpose of external communication systems

2.1Determine on-board methods of communication and data exchange with external source
2.2Locate on-board electronic control module (ECMs) associated with external monitoring and control systems
2.3Identify other external monitoring and control system hardware and components

3 Test external monitoring and control system

3.1Ensure equipment is parked with engine off or in specified safe mode for testing
3.2Check for damage to externally located antennae, sensors and other system components
3.3Review previous records
3.4Identify location of service ports and other test locations and connect laptop or test equipment
3.5Run specified test procedure or program to access data on system and plant performance
3.6Identify faults and determine if related to on-board component or ECM fault
3.7Analyse information from tests and test equipment and identify faults
3.8Trace on-board faults to root cause
3.9Report off-board faults in system according to SOP’s

4 Rectify on-board faults

4.1Repair or rectify faulty system components
4.2Adjust program settings to workplace and manufacturer specifications for program related faults
4.3Report continued program faults according to workplace procedures
4.4Adjust, recalibrate or replace faulty sensors, aerials and antennae

5 Re-test system and document work

5.1Re-test equipment external monitoring and control system to ensure compliance with specifications and workplace needs
5.2Undertake any required final adjustments
5.3Document work undertaken in accordance with procedures

Performance evidence

following work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safe work practices
identifying and interpreting information on external monitoring and control systems from multiple sources, including manufacturers’ specifications, drawings, information provided by equipment operators, log books and job records and obtaining and accessing other relevant data manually or by electronic means on mobile plant and equipment performance
identifying hazards associated with mobile plant and equipment and implementing appropriate risk control measures and procedures before undertaking testing procedures
establishing correct connection of test equipment to on-board access points
running of diagnostic programs and other tests to system manufacturer specifications
interpreting test results for equipment condition and faults
undertaking root cause analysis to identify cause of faults
rectifying faults using appropriate rectification strategy, including repair, replacement, changing program settings or referral to engineering, technical or other personnel
undertaking calculations and numerical operations associated with advanced equipment testing and diagnostics on mobile plant and equipment
documenting all findings and outcomes in accordance with SOPs

Knowledge evidence

safe work practices and procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
equipment system components and locations for:
acquisition of engine and other equipment systems real time operational data
data logging features, where fitted, for:
event list
system snapshot
trend and cumulative data
data transmission and reception to on-board and external sensors and electronic control modules
system power
fieldbus data Links to other on board systems and electronic control modules (ECMs)
system login procedures for operation and maintenance access levels
on-board access points for test equipment
correct fixing/mounting procedures for sensors, transmitters and receivers, antennae, aerials and satellite dishes
procedures for running diagnostic programs and tests at equipment and component level
sources of information available to assist in fault finding
uses and parameters of information management systems
required rectification for equipment faults
practices and procedures in root cause analysis
equipment performance specifications
documentation requirements

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Questions about assessing MEM27018

What does an assessment tool for MEM27018 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MEM27018 needs to address all 53 unit components: 5 elements with 23 performance criteria, 10 performance evidence requirements, 20 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 MEM27018?

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