Assessor Resource

MEM21017
Service and repair clock timepieces

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to service wall, floor or shelf clock timepieces that have a running time of eight days or thirty hours.

Where the clock is to be installed at the client's premises after service and repair unit MEM21016 Install and set up clocks should also be selected.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Band: A

Unit weight: 6

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Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Clock origin, case and movement construction and function includes one (1) or more of the following:

clocks from all countries of manufacture

clocks manufactured during the 19th and 20th Centuries

clock cases made from timber, metal, natural stone and composite materials

movement components made from brass and steel

pendulum or balance oscillating systems

timepiece only mechanisms

motive force (mainspring or weight driven)

gear train for transmitting of power

escapement for release power

oscillator for controlling the speed of release of power

winding (by key)

time setting (by key or direct movement of hands)

Clock handoverincludes the following:

informing customer of features and characteristics of clock

demonstrating winding and setting procedures for clock

inform customer of operation and switching of any automatic night silent, or shut-off for chiming or striking mechanism

warranty information

date of installation

Record and document repair process includes one (1) or more of the following:

extent and date of repair recorded

tracking of subcontractors

cost of replacement parts

time spent on procedure

Appropriate working environment includes the following:

clean bench and working area

adequate lighting and ventilation

tools and equipment organised and in good condition

ergonomic seating, including bench height

Condition and faults include one (1) or more of the following:

originality of components

corrosion

cleanliness

wear

damaged or failed components

Faulty or worn components include one (1) or more of the following:

barrel and mainspring:

hooking

teeth

bearings

gear trains:

bearings

pivots

pinions

pendulum escapements:

pallets and escape wheels engagement drop

locking and impulse

oscillators pendulum type:

rod

crutch engagement

suspension spring fittings

bob security

oscillators balance type:

balance spring

balance staff

roller

winding mechanisms:

key fitting

click

ratchet wheel

click spring

setting hand tension or centre wheel friction

Hand tools and equipment include one (1) or more of the following:

clock repairers' hand tools:

tweezers

screwdrivers

eyeglasses

clock mainspring winder

clock re-bushing tool

reamers and smoothing broaches

lathe

oilstones and burnishers

movement supports for clock movements

oilers and oil pots

cleaning brushes, peg wood, solutions, rinses and solvents

clock timing machine (this includes any type of machine that provides frequency count or indication of daily rate)

Verify and adjust hand setting tension includes one (1) or more of the following:

test for correct friction (power to escape wheel)

adjustment of motion work friction

Select and apply lubricants include one (1) or more of the following:

correct lubricants for escapements, bearings, barrels and mainsprings

techniques for lubricating

Clock assembly inspections and precautions include one (1) or more of the following:

gear train end shake, backlash, lubrication

mainspring engagement, hooking, tension, lubrication

escapement operation, depthing, lubrication

pendulum oscillator (amplitude, crutch engagement or suspension function)

balance oscillators (end shake or balance spring condition, correct lubrication)

Performance and design characteristics include one (1) or more of the following:

source of motive force

escapement type

oscillator and pendulum construction

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Verify completeness of clock case 
Repair and replace missing or damaged components 
Clean internals and refinish/refurbish exterior with appropriate materials and techniques 
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Establish an appropriate clean and safe work environment 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Inspect movement, sub-assemblies and components, and identify condition and faults 
 
 
 
 
Verify completeness of clock case 
 
 
Reassemble clock movement and case components 
 
 
 
 
 
Verify function of clock movement 
 
 
 

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