Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install and commission liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems in caravans, mobile homes, water craft and mobile workplaces. The unit requires the determination of requirements, the installation and commissioning of LPG systems with an operating pressure not exceeding 2.75kPa in caravans, mobile homes, water craft and mobile workplaces. The design requirements of this unit are limited to the application of the design to layout and installation. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Site location for work application may be a purpose-built workshop or customer's premises. |
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. Identify LPG system requirements. |
1.1. Plans, specifications and any special instructions are obtained. 1.2. Safety (OHS ) requirements associated with installing and commissioning LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes, water craft and mobile workplaces, and workplace environmental requirements , are adhered to throughout the work. 1.3. Quality assurance requirements for company operations are identified and adhered to. 1.4. Gas load and design requirements are determined from plans, specifications, and job drawing or workplace instructions. 1.5. System capacity is calculated to ensure adequacy for the required load and compliance with standards and workplace requirements. 1.6. Appropriate regulator and piping are identified in terms of size, connection sizes and capacity, in accordance with standards and workplace requirements. 1.7. Location of cylinders, appliances and piping set out is identified in accordance with job requirements and in compliance with standards and workplace requirements. 1.8. Quantity of piping, components and fittings are estimated in compliance with standards and workplace requirements. |
2. Prepare for installation. |
2.1. Materials , equipment, appliances and cylinders are ordered and checked for compliance with docket and order form, and for acceptable condition. 2.2. Appropriate tools and equipment for installing and commissioning LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes, water craft and mobile workplaces, including personal protective equipment, are identified and selected. 2.3. Work is planned in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work. 2.4. Work area and materials are prepared to support efficient installation of the system. |
3. Install LPG system, including flue and ventilation. |
3.1. Cylinders, regulators, associated pipework, appliances and fixings are installed in compliance with manufacturer requirements, standards and workplace requirements. 3.2. Compliance plates are located and fitted in accordance with statutory and regulatory authority requirements, standards and workplace requirements. |
4. Test and commission LPG system. |
4.1. Appropriate test equipment is selected. 4.2. System is tested in accordance with standards and workplace requirements. 4.3. System is adjusted to provide required flow pressure in conformance to standards and workplace requirements. 4.4. Test data is recorded in format required by regulatory and workplace requirements. |
5. Clean up. |
5.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in accordance with state or territory statutory and regulatory authority legislation and workplace procedures. 5.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures. 5.3. 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 : |
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Tools and equipment may include: |
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LPG system includes: |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Information 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 |