Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to weld/braze metals associated with the fabrication, installation and repair of plumbing components and systems, using oxyLPG-acetylene equipment. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency supports the development of oxy-acetylene welding skills used in plumbing work but not specialist welding skills used in other occupations. Site location for work application may be either domestic or commercial and may be a new work site or an existing structure being renovated, extended, restored or maintained. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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CPCPCM2023A |
Carry out OHS requirements |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
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 performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for work. |
1.1. Plans and specifications are obtained from job supervisor. 1.2. Safety (OHS ) requirements associated with oxy- acetylene welding tasks, and workplace environmental requirements , are adhered to throughout the work. 1.3. Quality assurance requirements are identified and adhered to in accordance with workplace requirements. 1.4. Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work. 1.5. Personal protective equipment applicable to oxy-acetylene welding is selected and checked for serviceability. 1.6. Work area is prepared to support efficient welding with oxy-acetylene equipment. |
2. Prepare materials and welding equipment. |
2.1. Weld requirements are identified from specifications or given information. 2.2. Materials to be welded are identified and selected in accordance with workplace procedures. 2.3. Material is cleaned and prepared using appropriate tools and techniques in accordance with workplace procedures. 2.4. Welding equipment, including cylinders and regulators, are assembled and set up in accordance with workplace procedures. 2.5. Welding tips, settings and consumables are selected to meet job requirements and welding procedures in accordance with workplace procedures. |
3. Perform welding. |
3.1. Materials are welded to job requirements using safe welding practices. 3.2. Appropriate action is taken to report or remedy defects in materials or welding equipment, including adjustments to settings and welding technique. 3.3. Welds are cleaned in accordance with workplace requirements. |
4. Clean up. |
4.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in accordance with state or territory statutory and regulatory authority legislation and workplace procedures. 4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures. 4.3. Information is accessed and documentation completed in accordance with workplace requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills for this unit are:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge for this unit is:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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 in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment providing that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate plumbing and services workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints. Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context. Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements. Resource implications for assessment include:
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. |
Method of assessment |
Assessment methods must:
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
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. Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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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Safety (OHS ) is to be in accordance with commonwealth, state and territory legislation and regulations and may include: |
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Environmental requirements include: |
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Quality assurance requirements may include: |
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Materials include: |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Tools and equipment may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Plumbing and services |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
Nil |
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Functional area
Functional area |