Modification History
Prerequisite unit updated
Changes throughout unit, including unit title and critical aspects
Not equivalent to CPCPGS3016A
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to determine the requirements for installing and commissioning liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems with an operating pressure not exceeding 2.75kPa in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces.
Application of the Unit
Site location for work application may be a purpose-built workshop or customer’s premises.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Pre-Requisites
CPCPCM2043A |
Carry out WHS requirements |
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 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
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Identify LPG system requirements. |
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Plans, specifications and any special instructions are obtained. |
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Work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements associated with installing and commissioning LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces are adhered to throughout the work. |
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1.3 |
Quality assurance requirements for company operations are identified and adhered to. |
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1.4 |
Gas load and design requirements are determined from plans, specifications, and job drawing or workplace instructions. |
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1.5 |
System capacity is calculated to ensure adequacy for the required load and compliance with relevant Australian standards and installation requirements. |
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Appropriate regulator and piping are identified in terms of size, connection sizes and capacity, according to relevant Australian standards and installation requirements. |
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Location of cylinders, appliances and piping set out is identified according to job requirements and in compliance with relevant Australian standards and installation requirements. |
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Quantity of piping, components and fittings is estimated in compliance with relevant Australian standards and installation requirements. |
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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. |
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Appropriate tools and equipment for installing and commissioning LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces, including personal protective equipment, are identified and selected. |
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Work is planned in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work. |
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2.4 |
Work area and materials are prepared to support efficient installation of the system. |
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2.5 |
Sustainability principles and concepts are observed when preparing for and undertaking work process. |
3 |
Install LPG system, including flue and ventilation. |
3.1 |
Cylinders, regulators, associated pipework, appliances and fixings are installed in compliance with manufacturer requirements, relevant Australian standards and installation requirements. |
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Ventilation requirements are determined and installed according to relevant Australian standards. |
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Test and commission LPG system. |
4.1 |
Appropriate test equipment is selected. |
4.2 |
System is tested according to relevant Australian standards and manufacturer requirements. |
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4.3 |
System is commissioned according to relevant Australian standards and manufacturer requirements. |
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4.4 |
Test data is recorded in format required by regulatory and installation requirements. |
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4.5 |
Compliance plates and signage are located and fitted according to statutory and regulatory authorities’ requirements, relevant Australian standards and installation requirements. |
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Clean up. |
5.1 |
Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled according to legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification. |
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Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored according to manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures. |
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5.3 |
Information is accessed and documentation completed according to statutory requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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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 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
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 health and safety is to be according to commonwealth, state and territory legislation and regulations and may include: |
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Environmental requirements may 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 may include: |
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Sustainability principles and concepts : |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities may include: |
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Information may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Competency field |
Gas services |
Unit sector |
Plumbing and services |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.