EFS CO4

Unit CO4 Element Maintain reliability and readiness of control operations equipment CO4.1 Test communication and mobilising equipment Simulation is not acceptable for this element. Assessment should be conducted on several occasions, over time, to ensure demonstration of consistency of competence against the specified standards You must ensure that: a) you take action to test equipment within planned testing schedule b) you promote a safe working environment for yourself and others c) you complete all tests to accepted test procedures and relevant manufacturers instructions d) you identify and clearly mark all defective items, place them in the agreed location and record equipment status and condition e) you return all items successfully tested, together with support equipment to the correct location f) you ensure the work area is left clean, tidy and ready for use g) your records are in the agreed format, accurate, complete, legible and accessible to all authorised users You must know and understand: Health and Safety  Hazards and risks of the workplace affecting people and the environment  How to apply practices that maximise the health, safety and welfare of yourself and others in the workplace  How to make and apply decisions based on the assessment of risk Organisational  Organisational policies, aims and objectives  Record systems and their use  Organisational output specifications for control Personal and Interpersonal  How to communicate clearly and effectively with the range of people involved  Lines and methods of communication/reporting in the workplace  Roles, responsibilities and limits of authority of self, others and other agencies in the workplace  How to solve problems, make decisions and plan for contingencies Technical  Capabilities and limitations of mobilising equipment  How to test and maintain operational equipment  How to use applicable mobilising systems and resources  The requirements for availability and operational readiness of resources EFS CO D/05/2001 Final Draft – 4 May 2001 Unit CO4 Element Maintain reliability and readiness of control operations equipment CO4.2 Maintain communication and mobilising equipment Simulation is not acceptable for this element. Assessment should be conducted on several occasions, over time, to ensure demonstration of consistency of competence against the specified standards You must ensure that: a) you confirm your objectives with relevant people and provide them with timely reports b) you progress your work to meet requirements for operational readiness c) you conduct maintenance in accordance with specified requirements and in areas assessed as being fit for purpose d) you operate within agreed levels of your authority and responsibility e) you return and secure resources to their correct location and report any defects or deficiencies f) your records are in the agreed format, accurate, complete, legible and accessible to all authorised users. g) you ensure the work areas is left clean, tidy and ready for use h) you identify and report to relevant people deficiencies in the availability of consumables i) you acquire consumables to maintain specified levels within your area of authority You must know and understand: Health and Safety  Hazards and risks of the workplace affecting people and the environment  How to apply practices that maximise the health, safety and welfare of yourself and others in the workplace  How to make and apply decisions based on the assessment of risk Organisational  Organisational policies, aims and objectives  Record systems and their use  Organisational output specifications for control Personal and Interpersonal  How to communicate clearly and effectively with the range of people involved  Lines and methods of communication/reporting in the workplace  Roles, responsibilities and limits of authority of self, others and other agencies in the workplace  How to solve problems, make decisions and plan for contingencies  How to treat colleagues and members of the public with respect and consideration, taking account of, and accepting, diversity Technical  Capabilities and limitations of mobilising equipment  How to maintain internal resources  How to use applicable mobilising systems and resources  The requirements for availability, operational readiness and response of human and physical resources  How to ensure that equipment is securely stored EFS CO D/05/2001 Final Draft – 4 May 2001