| 1 | 1a. Fit electrical and electronic components to mechanical assemblies | 1.1 | Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines |
| 1.2 | Carry out all of the following during the assembly activities: • obtain and use the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation) • adhere to procedures or systems in place for risk assessment, COSHH, personal protective equipment and other relevant safety regulations and procedures to realise a safe system of work • follow safe practice/approved fitting and assembly techniques at all times • check that all cables, extension leads or air supply hoses are in a serviceable condition • check that all tools and measuring/test equipment are within current calibration/certification dates • use lifting and slinging equipment in accordance with health and safety guidelines and procedures • ensure that the components used are free from damage, dirt or other contamination before assembling them • return all tools and equipment to the correct location on ... |
| 1.3 | ... completion of the fitting activities • leave the work area and assembly in a safe and appropriate condition on completion of the activities |
| 1.4 | Follow the relevant instructions, assembly drawings and any other specifications |
| 1.5 | Ensure that the specified components are available and that they are in a usable condition |
| 1.6 | Use the appropriate methods and techniques to assemble the components in their correct positions |
| 1.7 | Fit electrical, electronic and electromechanical components, using all of following techniques: • routeing cables and wires • mounting/securing components • cable fixings and fasteners |
| 1.8 | Terminate and join cables/wires to components using three of the following: • screwed connections • clamped connections • soldering • crimping • cable protection devices (such as sleeving or grommets) |
| 2 | 1b. Fit electrical and electronic components to mechanical assemblies (continued) | 2.1 | Make connections to six of the following components on mechanical assemblies: • cables and wires • circuit protection devices • plugs • sockets • programme logic control units • transformers • switches • sensors • motors • pumps • lamps/lighting • junction boxes • earthing devices • coils • chokes • electronic modules • instrumentation • relays • other |
| 2.2 | Secure the components using the specified connectors and securing devices |
| 2.3 | Check the completed assembly to ensure that all operations have been completed and the finished assembly meets the required specification |
| 2.4 | Carry out the required checks using the correct tools and equipment, to include eight of the following: • dimensions • position • alignment • completeness • free from damage or foreign objects • electronic inputs and outputs • electrical inputs and outputs • function • component security |
| 2.5 | Produce mechanical assemblies which comply with one of the following standards: • BS, ISO or BSEN standards and procedures • customer standards and requirements • company standards and procedures • specific system requirements |
| 2.6 | Deal promptly and effectively with problems within their control and report those that cannot be solved |
| 3 | 2a. Know how to fit electrical and electronic components to mechanical assemblies | 3.1 | Describe the specific safety precautions to be taken while carrying out the assembly (including any specific legislation, regulations or codes of practice relating to the activities, equipment or materials) |
| 3.2 | Describe the health and safety requirements of the work area in which they are carrying out the assembly activities, and the responsibility these requirements place on them |
| 3.3 | Describe the COSHH Regulations with regard to the substances used in the assembly process |
| 3.4 | Describe the hazards associated with fitting electrical components to mechanical assemblies, and how to minimise them and reduce any risks |
| 3.5 | Describe the personal protective equipment and clothing to be worn during the assembly activities |
| 3.6 | Explain how to extract and use information from engineering drawings and related specifications (to include symbols and conventions to appropriate BS, ISO or BSEN standards) in relation to work undertaken |
| 3.7 | Explain how to interpret first and third angle drawings, imperial and metric systems of measurement, workpiece reference points and system of tolerancing |
| 3.8 | Explain how to extract the necessary information in order to fit electrical and electronic components to mechanical assemblies |
| 3.9 | Describe the general principles of electrical and electronic fitting techniques; the purpose and function of the components (including identification systems such as colour codes, manufacturer’s specification) |
| 3.10 | Describe the preparations that need to be undertaken on the electrical and electronic components prior to fitting them into the assembly |
| 3.11 | Explain how to identify and use the correct component handling procedures (including relevant handling equipment) |
| 4 | 2b. Know how to fit electrical and electronic components to mechanical assemblies (continued) | 4.1 | Describe the assembly and securing methods and procedures to be used, and the importance of adhering to these procedures |
| 4.2 | Explain how the components are to be routed, aligned, adjusted and positioned prior to securing, and the tools and equipment that are to be used |
| 4.3 | Describe the importance of using the specified electrical and electronic components and securing devices for the assembly, and why they must not use substitutes |
| 4.4 | Describe the quality control procedures to be followed during the assembly operations |
| 4.5 | Explain how to conduct any necessary checks to ensure the accuracy, position, security, function, completeness and electrical continuity of the assembly |
| 4.6 | Explain how to detect assembly defects (such as ineffective joining techniques, component damage), and what to do to rectify them |
| 4.7 | Explain how to check that the tools and equipment to be used are correctly calibrated and are in a safe and serviceable condition |
| 4.8 | Describe the importance of ensuring that all tools are used correctly and within their permitted operating range |
| 4.9 | Describe the importance of ensuring that all tools, equipment and components are accounted for and returned to their correct location on completion of the assembly activities |
| 4.10 | Describe the problems with the assembly operations, and the importance of informing appropriate people of non-conformances |
| 4.11 | Describe the extent of their own responsibility and to whom they should report if they have problems that they cannot resolve |
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