Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install and test water pipes larger than DN65, or large water services. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
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. Plan and prepare. |
1.1. Work instructions and relevant information , including plans, specifications, quality requirements and operational details relevant to the tasks, are obtained, confirmed and applied to the allotted task. 1.2. Safety (OHS ) requirements are obtained from the site safety plan and organisational policies and procedures, confirmed and applied to the allotted task. 1.3. Signage requirements are identified and obtained from project traffic management plan and traffic conditions and are implemented. 1.4. Plant, tools and equipment selected to carry out tasks are consistent with requirements of the job, are checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported. 1.5. Environmental requirements are identified from project environmental management plan, confirmed and applied to the allotted task. |
2. Set out and excavate. |
2.1. Work area and materials are prepared to support efficient installation of the pipe work. 2.2. Dewatering requirements are determined and applied. 2.3. Location, alignment direction, level and grade of mains pipe system are determined from job drawings and specifications. 2.4. Works are set out to specification. 2.5. Plant operator is advised of excavation requirements and levels are monitored. 2.6. Mains pipe system support mechanism is installed in accordance with plans, specifications and standards in compliance with statutory and regulatory authority requirements. |
3. Install mains pipeline. |
3.1. Pipes are lowered and placed in position according to design specifications of mains pipe system . 3.2. Pipes are joined in accordance with manufacturer specifications using pipe joining methods . 3.3. Pipes are placed and fittings, valves and flow control devices are fitted in accordance with drawings, specifications and installation procedures . 3.4. Alignment level and grade are checked continuously for conformance with design plans and specifications. 3.5. Side support or overlay is positioned beside the pipes. 3.6. Mains pipe system support structure is checked. 3.7. Backfill procedure is monitored to ensure work is completed to specification, where specified. 3.8. Valve chambers |
4. Test mains pipe system. |
4.1. Testing is performed to relevant authority requirements as determined by specifications. 4.2. Mains pipe system test procedures are performed, establishing pressurisation, functionality and serviceability. 4.3. Test results are recorded and reported. |
5. Clean up. |
5.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled in accordance with project environmental management plan. 5.2. Plant, tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and standard work practices. |
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:
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Guidance information for assessment |
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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Information may include: |
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Safety (OHS ) is to be in accordance with commonwealth, state and territory legislation and regulations, organisational safety policies and procedures, and project safety plan, and may include: |
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Signage may include: |
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Traffic conditions may include: |
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Tools and equipment may include: |
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Environmental requirements are to include: |
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Materials may include: |
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Statutory and regulatory authorities include: |
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Mains pipe systems : |
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Pipe joining methods may include: |
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Valves and flow control devices include: |
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Installation procedures : |
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Testing procedures 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 |