Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1 |
This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0. Supersedes and is equivalent to CPCPWT3028A Install water service. Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012. |
Application
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to install a property service from the authority water main up to and including the water meter assembly.
In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Pre-requisite Unit
CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
Unit Sector
Plumbing and Fire Services
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe what needs to be done to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1 |
Identify installation requirements. |
1.1 |
Access, read and determine property service installation requirements from job specifications, relevant Australian Standards, codes, manufacturers’ instructions and jurisdictional requirements. |
1.2 |
Identify and apply workplace, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements. |
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1.3 |
Determine location of property service and the main. |
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1.4 |
Identify cables, conduits, pipes or other services. |
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2 |
Prepare for work. |
2.1 |
Create a materials list and collect materials. |
2.2 |
Select appropriate tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE). |
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3 |
Install, test and commission property service. |
3.1 |
Mark out and excavate for installation of property service. |
3.2 |
Excavate point of connection to main. |
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3.3 |
Drill and tap main in accordance with relevant Australian Standards, codes and jurisdictional requirements. |
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3.4 |
Install property service. |
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3.5 |
Test and commission installation. |
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4 |
Clean up. |
4.1 |
Clear the work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state or territory legislation and workplace requirements. |
4.2 |
Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure. |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Unit Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to CPCPWT3028A Install water service.
Links
Companion volumes to this training package are available at the VETNet website - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=7e15fa6a-68b8-4097-b099-030a5569b1ad