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RIISAM207E — Apply operational maintenance skills

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What an assessment for RIISAM207E must cover

66 assessable components: 5 elements (23 performance criteria), 17 performance evidence and 23 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 3 foundation skills. 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 Plan and prepare for applying operational maintenance skills

  • 1.1Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
  • 1.2Access, interpret and apply documentation required to apply operational maintenance skills
  • 1.3Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures
  • 1.4Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5Identify and obtain appropriate tools required for the work activities
  • 1.6Inspect and prepare tools for use and report faults
  • 1.7Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for emergency situations

2 Identify and respond to basic faults in mechanical systems

  • 2.1Apply site safety systems and procedures relevant to mechanical systems, including isolation procedures, before commencing work activities
  • 2.2Identify components and functions of mechanical systems
  • 2.3Identify and respond to faults in mechanical systems according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4Rectify and report faults in mechanical systems to relevant personnel according to workplace procedures
  • 2.5Use tools safely according to manufacturer specifications

3 Identify and respond to basic faults in electrical systems

  • 3.1Apply site safety systems and procedures relevant to electrical systems, including isolation procedures, before commencing work activities
  • 3.2Identify components and functions of basic electrical circuitry
  • 3.3Identify and respond to faults in electrical systems according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4Rectify and report faults in electrical systems to relevant personnel according to workplace procedures
  • 3.5Use tools safely according to manufacturer specifications

4 Identify, select and use fasteners

  • 4.1Apply site safety systems and procedures relevant to electrical systems, including isolation procedures, before commencing work activities
  • 4.2Identify components and functions of fasteners and match the fasteners to the relevant work activity
  • 4.3Correctly use and apply fasteners according to manufacturer specifications

5 Conduct housekeeping activities

  • 5.1Clean and maintain plants and equipment, inspect for ensure serviceability and rectify or report any faults or issues to relevant personnel
  • 5.2Clear work area and dispose of materials according to workplace procedures
  • 5.3Process written maintenance records according to workplace procedures

Performance evidence

  • apply operational maintenance skills on at least two occasions, including:
  • identifying components of mechanical systems and electrical circuitry
  • identifying, diagnosing, responding, rectifying and reporting faults in systems, including:
  • mechanical systems
  • electrical systems
  • identifying and using fasteners
  • completing housekeeping duties
  • documenting and communicating environmental issues
  • identifying and complying with site isolation procedures
  • identifying and responding to manufacturer and workplace technical information
  • identifying operational safety requirements
  • matching tools with job requirements
  • inspecting and preparing tools for use.
  • locate and apply relevant documentation, policies and procedures and confirm that the work activity is compliant
  • implement the requirements, procedures and techniques for applying operational maintenance skills
  • work effectively with others to apply operational maintenance skills in a way that meets all required outcomes
  • communicate clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions and to determine coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities.

Knowledge evidence

  • key policies, procedures and documentation required to apply operational maintenance skills, including:
  • hand tool maintenance, care and storage procedures
  • power tool maintenance, care and storage procedures
  • principles and techniques for identifying types, characteristics, grades, uses and limitations of plant and equipment, including:
  • hand tools
  • measuring devices
  • power tools
  • basic diagnostic processes and techniques
  • fasteners
  • principles and techniques for identifying types, characteristics, uses and limitations of servicing materials, including:
  • oils
  • greases
  • hydraulic fluids
  • brake fluid
  • principles and techniques for identifying the functions and major components of systems, including:
  • mechanical systems
  • electrical systems
  • hydraulic systems
  • pneumatic systems
  • lubrication systems
  • principles and techniques for identifying and applying environmental constraints and requirements related to operational maintenance
  • principles and techniques for identifying relevant hazards and emergencies
  • techniques for coordinating and communicating job activities with others.

Foundation skills

  • Reading: Identifies and interprets information from workplace procedures, documentation and regulations
  • Writing: Produces and completes written documents required for workplace procedures
  • Self-management: Monitors and minimises own exposure to worksite risks and hazards during activities

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What does an assessment tool for RIISAM207E need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for RIISAM207E needs to address all 66 unit components: 5 elements with 23 performance criteria, 17 performance evidence requirements, 23 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 RIISAM207E?

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Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of RIISAM207E, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.

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