Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to fabricate and install fluid power hose assemblies. It involves preparing for the task, fabricating, installing and testing fluid power hoses according to relevant industry standards, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The hose assemblies include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare to fabricate fluid power hose assembly | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions 1.2 Fluid power hose fabrication procedures and information are sourced and interpreted 1.3 Options are analysed and selected 1.4 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 1.5 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability |
2. Fabricate assembly | 2.1 Fluid power hose and fittings are identified and selected according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 2.2 Fluid power hose is fabricated according to relevant industry standards, manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements |
3. Install and test assembly | 3.1 Procedures and information for hose installation are sourced and interpreted 3.2 Fluid power hose is installed and tested according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and safety and environmental requirements 3.3 Test results are documented and reported according to workplace procedures |
4. Complete work processes | 4.1 Final inspection is made to ensure work is to workplace expectations and machinery is presented ready for use 4.2 Work area is cleaned, waste and non-recyclable materials are disposed of, and recyclable material is collected 4.3 Tools and equipment are checked and stored according to workplace procedures 4.4 Workplace documentation is processed according to workplace procedures |
Evidence of Performance
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
fabricate, test and install fluid power hose assemblies, using both field attachable and crimp fittings, on two of the following:
single wire braid hose
double wire braid hose
spiral wire hose.
Evidence of Knowledge
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to fabricating and installing fluid power hose assemblies, including procedures for:
working with fluids under pressure
working with stored pressure hazards
isolating and stabilising vehicle or machinery
environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of oil released from hydraulic hoses
requirements of industry standards for hydraulic hoses and connectors, including:
MDG 41 Guideline for Fluid Power System Safety at Mines
ISO 6805 Rubber hoses and hose assemblies for underground mining
SAE J517 Hydraulic Hose
application and purpose of hydraulic hoses, including:
hose sizes
hose working pressures
hydraulic hoses, including:
fabric braid
single wire braid hose
double wire braid hose
spiral wire hose, including multi-spiral wire hose
crimped and swaged hose fittings
field attachable hose fittings
couplers, connectors and fittings
fabrication procedures for fluid power hose assemblies
testing procedures for fluid power hose assemblies
installation procedures for fluid power hose assemblies, including routing of hydraulic hoses and pipes
post-repair testing procedures for fluid power hose assemblies, including visual and performance tests.
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to the fluid power hose assemblies that they have fabricated and installed, e.g. repair orders.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace
workplace instructions
manufacturer fluid power hose specifications
MDG 41 Guideline for Fluid Power System Safety at Mines
ISO 6805 Rubber hoses and hose assemblies for underground mining
SAE J517 Hydraulic Hose
test equipment for fluid power hose assemblies
vehicles or machinery requiring the installation of the fluid power hose assemblies specified in the performance evidence
tools, equipment and materials appropriate for fabricating and installing fluid power hose assemblies, including a crimping machine.
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skills | Description |
Learning skills to: | locate appropriate sources of information efficiently. |
Reading skills to: | interpret operating procedures from manufacturer and workshop literature for fabricating power hose crimping equipment interpret information from manufacturer and workshop literature when seeking fluid power hose assembly specifications and procedures. |
Writing skills to: | legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation when recording parts and material used. |
Numeracy skills to: | measure fluid power hose components use mathematical processes, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, to calculate: distances, tolerances, pressures, force, and temperature deviations from manufacturer specifications calculate and convert metric and imperial systems of measurement. |
Planning and organising skills to: | plan own work requirements and prioritise actions to achieve required outcomes and ensure tasks are completed within workplace timeframes. |
Technology skills to: | use precision measuring equipment, such as vernier calipers and hydraulic pressure gauges use fluid power hose crimping tool. |
Range Statement
This section specifies 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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Safety and environmental requirements must include: | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: working with fluids under pressure working with stored pressure hazards isolating and stabilising vehicle or machinery environmental requirements, including procedures for trapping, storing and disposing of oil released from hydraulic hoses. |
Sectors
Technical
Competency Field
Mechanical Miscellaneous