MEM18021 — Maintain hydraulic systems

1 Determine job requirements

• 1.1Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• 1.2Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
• 1.3Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
• 1.4Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions

2 Undertake preventative maintenance checks/adjustments on hydraulic systems

• 2.1Identify system components, assemblies or sub-assemblies and prepare for inspection/preventative maintenance
• 2.2Carry out visual inspection and testing with appropriate test equipment according to fluid power principles, procedures and safety requirements
• 2.3Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks, including obvious repairs and adjustments, according to manufacturers’ specifications using fluid power techniques/practices

3 Undertake fault finding on hydraulic systems

• 3.1Identify designated hydraulic system components and carry out a visual inspection of the system for the collection of fault-finding data
• 3.2Consult system operator and collect additional data, where appropriate
• 3.3Check maintenance reports and preventative maintenance schedules and review for additional fault-finding data
• 3.4Undertake checks and tests
• 3.5Identify and verify faults and malfunctions
• 3.6Document or report faults and malfunctions to designated personnel using appropriate procedures

4 Repair and/or rectify hydraulic system

• 4.1Isolate system or sub-assembly and discharge residue pressure safely in accordance with prescribed procedure and check for correct isolation
• 4.2Tag isolated system or sub-assembly according to SOPs
• 4.3Remove components or sub-assembly from system
• 4.4Dismantle components or sub-assemblies, examine and verify for replacement, repair or overhaul
• 4.5Select replacement items from appropriate sources
• 4.6Rectify faulty items
• 4.7Refit component or sub-assembly items to equipment and test for correct operation against specifications

5 Recommission hydraulic system

• 5.1Recommission system or sub-assembly according to prescribed procedures and specifications
• 5.2Verify correct operation of the system using fluid power principles and system application techniques
• 5.3Instigate appropriate follow-up procedures
• 5.4Update maintenance records/service reports

What does an assessment tool for MEM18021 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MEM18021 needs to address all 54 unit components: 5 elements with 24 performance criteria, 11 performance evidence requirements, 19 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MEM18021?

Auditori pulls the current release of MEM18021 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for MEM18021 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MEM18021 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of MEM18021, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.