Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MEM15017B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Use and maintain reference standards

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEM15017B - Use and maintain reference standards
Description The unit covers caring for and maintaining reference standards and test equipment used to undertake trade measurement activities.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit is designed for those performing trade measurement inspection/certification activities in public or private enterprises. This unit may be applied in relation to inspection of pre-packed articles, examining trading practices, auditing servicing licensees, investigating consumer complaints, performing verification/certification and in-service inspection.Reference material relevant to this competency includes Australian standards, handbook of verifying authority, manufacturers' operating manuals, organisational procedures and quality assured manual.Workplace and health and safety considerations include storage and transportation of test equipment, handling of test equipment, handling of hazardous materials, safety clothing, manual handling techniques and site/premises conditions.Band: BUnit Weight: 3
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Path 1MEM11011B Undertake manual handling MEM12003B Perform precision mechanical measurement MEM12004B Perform precision electrical/electronic measurement MEM12005B Calibrate measuring equipment MEM12023A Perform engineering measurements MEM18001C Use hand tools MEM18002B Use power tools/hand held operations
Competency Field Quality
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify the appropriate class of reference standard suitable to verify a range of trade measuring instruments
  • Tolerances required for reference standards are researched in relation to testing a range of trade measuring instruments and legislation.
  • The correct classes of reference standards are selected to test a range of trade measuring instruments.
       
Element: Use reference standards and test equipment in a safe and metrologically sound manner
  • Standards Laboratory purpose and function are explained.
  • An operational assessment on reference standards and test equipment is performed prior to use.
  • Documented operating policies and procedures for reference standards and test equipment are accessed and followed.
  • Safety requirements for the use of reference standards and test equipment within the work environment are demonstrated.
       
Element: Store and transport reference standards and test equipment to maintain their integrity
  • Specialised equipment and reference standards are stored in accordance with organisational procedures.
  • Specialised equipment and reference standards are transported in accordance with organisational procedures.
       
Element: Perform required maintenance of reference standards and test equipment
  • Maintenance requirements of reference standards and test equipment are identified.
  • Regular maintenance of reference standards and test equipment is undertaken in accordance with maintenance register.
  • Defective reference standards and test equipment are identified and reported for repair.
       
Element: Interpret documentation relating to the use of maintenance of reference standards and test equipment
  • Information contained in the certificate of verification is checked and compared with reference standards and test equipment being used.
  • Reference standards are used in accordance with documented instructions and certificates.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to use and maintain reference standards. Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with using and maintaining reference standards, or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.

Method of assessment

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.

Guidance information for assessment

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

accessing correct reference manuals for appropriate information concerning tolerances for reference standards

identifying correct class of reference standard and matching with the appropriate trade measuring instrument

accessing documented operating procedures for reference standards and test equipment

using reference standards and test equipment

calibrating/maintaining reference standards and test equipment

maintaining maintenance register

identifying and recording/reporting malfunction of or damage to reference standards or test equipment

interpreting certificates of verification in relation to the use of reference standards

using graphs and tables within certificates

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of:

definition of 'legal metrology'

the hierarchy of reference standards in relation to legal metrology

Australian legal units of measurement used for trade

the organisations involved in legal metrology in Australia

application of different classes of reference standards used to test measuring instruments

maintenance requirements for reference standards and test equipment

major function and purpose of the Standards Laboratory

the actions to be taken if reference standards and test equipment are found to be defective

test equipment and reference standards storage specifications and procedures

personal responsibility for workplace, health and safety requirements

specialised equipment, reference standards and transport specifications and procedures

transport specifications and procedures

variations from storage specifications and procedures requiring appropriate approval

variations from transport specifications and procedures requiring appropriate approval

maintenance required for test equipment where manufacturers' requirements are unavailable

a range of maintenance and calibration procedures

procedure for reporting faults

action to be taken where legal traceability can not be confirmed

the purpose of certificates of verification issued under the national legislation

information in graphs and tables within certificates

workplace, health and safety requirements relating to reference standards and test equipment

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Reference standards

Mass, volume, density, area, length, master meters, temperature

Legislation

Enabling legislation, workplace, health and safety, environmental legislation

Operating policies and procedures

Manufacturers' specifications, industry guidelines, Australian standards, legislation, organisational procedures and guidelines

Specialised equipment

Reference standards, measuring devices, safety equipment

Maintenance requirements of reference standards and test equipment

Cleaning and painting, electrical safety testing and tagging, continuity and pressure testing, manufacturers' service requirements

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Tolerances required for reference standards are researched in relation to testing a range of trade measuring instruments and legislation. 
The correct classes of reference standards are selected to test a range of trade measuring instruments. 
Standards Laboratory purpose and function are explained. 
An operational assessment on reference standards and test equipment is performed prior to use. 
Documented operating policies and procedures for reference standards and test equipment are accessed and followed. 
Safety requirements for the use of reference standards and test equipment within the work environment are demonstrated. 
Specialised equipment and reference standards are stored in accordance with organisational procedures. 
Specialised equipment and reference standards are transported in accordance with organisational procedures. 
Maintenance requirements of reference standards and test equipment are identified. 
Regular maintenance of reference standards and test equipment is undertaken in accordance with maintenance register. 
Defective reference standards and test equipment are identified and reported for repair. 
Information contained in the certificate of verification is checked and compared with reference standards and test equipment being used. 
Reference standards are used in accordance with documented instructions and certificates. 

Forms

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