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Examine different pump types and their application
Criteria
apprentice can identify pump types
apprentice match pump to its application
apprentice can differentiate the duties of different pumps
apprentice can identify the pump drive
apprentice can identify the pump parts
apprentice can select the proper horsepower and drive speed for a pump
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Complete a field inspection of pumps
Criteria
apprentice describes safety procedures
apprentice refers to appropriate checklists when/where available
apprentice can identify defective hoses, piping etc.
apprentice can identify if there is a problem with the pump
apprentice describe what actions should be taken if defects are found
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Troubleshoot pumps
Criteria
apprentice creates a list of possible causes
apprentice narrows possible causes to a specific cause
apprentice formulates an action plan
apprentice makes repairs in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and safety procedures
apprentice completes all required documentation
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Remove a pump
Criteria
apprentice has complied with lockout tagout procedures
apprentice has contained or released all power sources
apprentice has all equipment is in "safe" position
apprentice has followed manufacturers specifications
apprentice has complied with all rigging safety procedures
apprentice sealed all open lines
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Overhaul a pump
Criteria
apprentice properly identifies the pump
apprentice has all the necessary reference materials at hand
apprentice can measure all tolerances and fits to within manufacturers specifications
apprentice can differentiate reusable from reparable parts
apprentice follows a logical procedure
apprentice keeps parts clean, organized, and protected
apprentice reassembles pumps to manufacturers specifications
apprentice fills in all required paperwork
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Install a pump
Criteria
the pump is properly prepared for installation
apprentice primes the pump according to manufacturers specifications
the pump connections are made properly
the pump and drive have the correct rotation
the drive is aligned to the pump to within manufacturers specifications
apprentice adjust pressure to within manufacturers specifications
apprentice checks for leaks
apprentice checks the machine for proper operation
apprentice fills in all required paperwork
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Perform pump preventive maintenance
Criteria
apprentice can accurately interpret the PM sheet
apprentice follows the PM sheet
apprentice can explain the safety considerations related to PM including lockout/tagout and pressure sources
apprentice can explain how the system is supposed to work
apprentice can identify common pump problems
apprentice accurately identifies the equipment that is described on the PM sheet/workorder
apprentice fills in all required PM paperwork
apprentice can check pressure and flows