Modification History
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This version first released with CPP07 Property Services Training Package Version 13. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install, service and repair swimming pool and spa heating systems in line with relevant regulatory requirements. It includes preparing for work; installing, testing and servicing swimming pool or spa heating systems; troubleshooting faults in swimming pool and spa heating systems; and completing service, repair and installation activities.
Application of the Unit
This unit of competency supports the work of swimming pool and spa technicians engaged in servicing domestic, commercial and public swimming pools and spas.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Service technicians are not permitted to undertake any installation, replacement, maintenance and repair functions that are restricted to licensed trades or occupations (subject to relevant state and territory regulations). Different states and territories may have regulatory mechanisms that apply to this unit. Users are advised to check for regulatory limitations.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Prepare for work. |
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Applicable provisions of Australian standards, and legislative, manufacturer and enterprise requirements are identified and followed. |
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Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed as required with relevant persons . |
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Installation, service and/or repair requirements of swimming pool or spa heating system are confirmed in line with enterprise procedures. |
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1.4 |
Swimming pool or spa heating system to be installed, serviced or repaired is identified and confirmed in line with enterprise requirements. |
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Tools, materials and equipment needed to carry out the work are selected and checked for correct operation and safety. |
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Potential and existing risks and hazards in the work area are identified and controlled in line with work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements. |
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Sustainability principles are applied to work preparation and application in line with enterprise requirements. |
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Install and test swimming pool or spa heating system and components. |
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Personal protective equipment is selected and used in line with WHS and enterprise requirements. |
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Swimming pool or spa heating system or component is installed in line with relevant Australian standards, and manufacturer, client and enterprise requirements. |
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Installation work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required in line with regulatory and enterprise requirements. |
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Swimming pool or spa heating system or component is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures. |
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Service swimming pool or spa heating systems. |
3.1 |
Personal protective equipment is selected and used in line with WHS and enterprise requirements. |
3.2 |
Service and maintenance requirements are identified from manufacturer specifications in line with enterprise requirements. |
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Replacement components are checked and fitted in line with manufacturer specifications. |
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3.4 |
Servicing of swimming pool or spa heating system is carried out in line with manufacturer instructions and enterprise procedures. |
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Troubleshoot faults in swimming pool or spa heating systems. |
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Personal protective equipment is selected and used in line with WHS and enterprise requirements. |
4.2 |
Logical processes, including the application of basic principles, system knowledge and experience, are used in conjunction with technical manuals to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting of faults. |
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Defects are located and causes of the defects are identified and recorded in maintenance documentation, including where required any other systems disturbed. |
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Specialist advice is obtained, where required and available, to assist with the troubleshooting process. |
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Components are repaired or replaced in line with manufacturer instructions, and regulatory, client and enterprise requirements. |
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Fault finding and repair or replacement work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required in line with regulatory and enterprise requirements. |
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Appropriate personnel are sourced to undertake repairs or replacement activities that are outside scope of personal expertise, require specialist skills or equipment, or must be performed by licensed personnel in line with enterprise requirements. |
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Fault finding and repair or replacement activities are carried out using sustainability practices and without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to equipment and the surrounding environment or services. |
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Swimming pool or spa heating system is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures. |
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Complete installation, repair and service activities. |
5.1 |
Swimming pool or spa heating system is installed or reinstated to operational condition in line with work instructions and enterprise procedures. |
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Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored in line with WHS and enterprise requirements. |
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5.3 |
Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa and environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement in line with enterprise procedures. |
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Notification of work completion is made to relevant persons in line with enterprise procedures. |
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Information is provided to clients on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation in line with enterprise requirements. |
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Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained in line with enterprise procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required knowledge
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed by installing and testing a swimming pool or spa heating system or component and applying theoretical knowledge and advanced fault diagnostic skills to identify and repair faults in line with regulatory requirements. This includes faults that are not covered fully by maintenance manual fault diagnosis guides. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person should demonstrate the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context and is to comply with relevant regulatory and Australian Standards’ requirements. Resource implications for assessment include:
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Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must:
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function. |
Guidance information for assessment |
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Work instructions may include: |
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Relevant persons may include: |
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Swimming pool and spa heating systems include: |
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Tools, materials and equipment include: |
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Risks and hazards may include: |
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Sustainability principles : |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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Service and maintenance requirements may include: |
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Troubleshooting involves: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Competency field |
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Unit sector |
Swimming pool and spa service |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.