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Unit of competency details

AHCPGD505 - Conduct comprehensive inspection of park facilities (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to AHCPGD505A - Conduct comprehensive inspection of park facilitiesThis unit is equivalent to AHCPGD505A Conduct comprehensive inspection of park facilities. 26/Jun/2016
Is superseded by and equivalent to AHCPGD510 - Conduct comprehensive inspection of park facilitiesMinor changes to application. Minor changes to performance criteria. Assessment requirements updated 14/Feb/2022

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 27/Jun/2016


Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 050901 Land, Parks And Wildlife Management  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 050901 Land, Parks And Wildlife Management  14/Oct/2016 
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Unit of competency

Modification History

Release

TP Version

Comment

1

AHCv1.0

Initial release

Application

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct a compliance audit of park or recreational facilities to identify non-conformities with Australian Standards, legislative and work health and safety requirements, as well as manufacturers' standards.

It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Pre-requisite Unit

Nil.

Unit Sector

Parks and gardens (PGD)

Elements and Performance Criteria

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for comprehensive inspection of park facilities

1.1 Determine the specific facilities and equipment to be inspected as well as the purpose of the inspection as outlined in the operational request

1.2 Identify the tools and equipment for testing and inspection and confirm availability with appropriate personnel

1.3 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools and equipment

1.4 Prepare appropriate checklists and reporting formats to suit the activity

1.5 Identify the types of facilities from checklist descriptions

2. Undertake comprehensive inspection of park facilities

2.1 Identify and record instances of non-conformity with Australian Standards, work health and safety guidelines and manufacturers’ standards

2.2 Undertake inspections for structural integrity in an efficient and safe manner, according to enterprise policy.

2.3 Identify and detail safety risks and hazards and situations.

2.4 Ensure that checklist entries are concise and accurate.

2.5 Undertaken inspections according to OHS requirements.

3. Assess age and predict effective lifespan of existing park facilities

3.1 Identify the manufacturer of playground equipment and structures through reference to original plans and specifications

3.2 Determine and record the age and future lifespan of park facilities

3.3 Estimate and record the cost of repair or replacement of park facilities

4. Submit report and recommendations

4.1 Address situations requiring urgent action

4.2 Prepare concise and accurate reports and submit to management

4.3 Review existing management systems, particularly regarding frequency of inspection, and make improvements in consultation with management

4.4 Make recommendations for future action that are consistent with industry standards and best practice

4.5 Submit collected data and information for inclusion on the asset management system

Foundation Skills

Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range of Conditions

Unit Mapping Information

This unit is equivalent to AHCPGD505A Conduct comprehensive inspection of park facilities.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release

TP Version

Comment

1

AHCv1.0

Initial release

Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

  • prepare for a comprehensive inspection of park facilities
  • carry out a comprehensive inspection of park facilities
  • interpret design symbols and terminology
  • interpret standards, specifications and legal requirements
  • determine age and calculate effective lifespan of existing park facilities
  • estimate costs of repair or replacement

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

  • principles and practices of park facility inspection
  • different modes of non-conformity that may be identified in relation to specific park facilities and equipment
  • hazard identification, assessment and control
  • information management systems such as AS4456
  • hazards associated with conducting a comprehensive inspection of park facilities and equipment, and the controls necessary to remove or minimise associated risks
  • park facilities and equipment including installation methods, intended use, intended users and safety parameters
  • practical understanding of inspection and auditing procedures and techniques, and legal and enterprise reporting requirements for recommendations on maintenance, repair and replacement of park facilities
  • practical understanding of the terminology used to describe different components of park facilities and equipment
  • relevant national industry standards such as AS486.1, AS4422, AS1924.1 and AS1924.2)
  • work health and safety legislative requirements and Codes of Practice

Assessment Conditions

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72