Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to determine thermodynamic parameters of refrigeration and air conditioning systems
- OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, identified, obtained and understood
- Established OHS risk control measures and procedures are followed in preparation for the work.
- The expected operating conditions are obtained from documentation or from work supervisor to establish the scope of work to be undertaken.
- Advice is sought from the work supervisor to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others.
- Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to determine the basic operating conditions are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety
- Determine thermodynamic parameters of refrigeration and air conditioning systems
- Established OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
- Measurement of thermodynamic system operating parameters is conducted in strict accordance with OHS requirements and established safety procedures
- System is checked and isolated where necessary, in strict accordance OHS requirements and procedures
- Established procedures are used to determine actual and specified range of thermodynamic parameters from measured and calculated values as they apply to particular refrigeration or air conditioning systems.
- Established methods for dealing with unexpected situations are discussed with appropriate person or persons and documented.
- Unexpected situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of an authorised person.
- Thermodynamic parameters are determined without damage to apparatus, circuits, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy practices.
- Document determined thermodynamic parameters
- OHS work completion risk control measures and procedures are followed.
- Work site and equipment is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures.
- Thermodynamic parameters are documented including identification of any parameter that is not within the specified range for the system.
- Work supervisor is notified of the completion of the work in accordance with established procedures.