MEM24041 — Undertake basic magnetic particle tests

1 Determine job requirements

• 1.1Comply with relevant WHS and regulatory requirements, codes of practice, standards, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for basic magnetic particle testing
• 1.2Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
• 1.3Identify job requirements from specifications

2 Prepare for testing

• 2.1Assemble all specified testing equipment, materials and containers and safety equipment
• 2.2Identify inspection area and determine if special access requirements are required
• 2.3Clean and prepare inspection areas for testing using appropriate test procedures and materials
• 2.4Assess inspection areas visually to identify obvious discontinuities

3 Conduct basic magnetic particle tests

• 3.1Identify nominated ‘yoke’ or ‘bench’ magnetic particle testing procedure from SOPs
• 3.2Prepare test equipment and materials in accordance with relevant standards and/or operating procedures
• 3.3Select the test media and apply the test in accordance with workplace practices and specifications
• 3.4Conduct the magnetic particle tests in accordance with relevant work instructions and WHS requirements
• 3.5De-magnetise material according to specifications
• 3.6Record any site observations that may affect results

4 Report results of basic magnetic particle tests

• 4.1Review conduct of the test and confirm test procedures were applied correctly
• 4.2Monitor indications and determine whether they are true or false
• 4.3Determine whether indications are relevant or non-relevant
• 4.4Determine type of discontinuity for each relevant indication
• 4.5Apply acceptance criteria to discontinuities to determine the presence of common defects
• 4.6Seek advice for problems outside technical competence or knowledge
• 4.7Report test results and complete all job records in accordance with relevant standards and/or procedures

5 Maintain a safe work environment

• 5.1Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment to ensure personal safety and that of others
• 5.2Minimise environmental impacts of testing and generation of waste
• 5.3Restore test site, clean inspection area and equipment and dispose of all waste in accordance with enterprise procedures
• 5.4Store and maintain magnetic particle testing equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures and WHS requirements

What does an assessment tool for MEM24041 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MEM24041 needs to address all 47 unit components: 5 elements with 24 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 15 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 MEM24041?

Auditori pulls the current release of MEM24041 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 MEM24041 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MEM24041 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 MEM24041, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.