Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to monitor the operation of complex flow control, measuring and regulating devices controlling water supply in ground and/or surface water source systems, or water supply and/or distribution systems, wastewater collection and transfer systems. This competency also covers minor maintenance responsibilities. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for field staff with a specific responsibility for monitoring the operation of complex flow control, measuring and regulating devices, conducting minor maintenance and ensuring that problems and anomalies are rectified by specialist technicians in a timely manner. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit of competency contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or 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 for work . |
1.1 Interpret work requirements for monitoring complex flow control and metering devices from plans, drawing specifications and instructions. 1.2 Select and check equipment and tools to meet the safety requirements of the task and site. 1.3 Correctly select, fit and use required safety equipment, including personal protective equipment. |
2 Monitor device and equipment performance . |
2.1 Identify devices and equipment and interpret specifications for operation. 2.2 Check information on devices and equipment performance and report according to organisational and statutory requirements . |
3 Conduct minor maintenance on devices and equipment . |
3.1 Undertake routine maintenance tasks for complex devices according manufacturer's specifications and organisational requirements. 3.2 Secure devices and equipment according to organisational requirements. 3.3 Identify and report problems and anomalies immediately to appropriate personnel for correction. |
4 Monitor system performance . |
4.1 Schedule and monitor routine inspections of system and networks according to organisational procedures. 4.2 Collect, analyse and report data on system performance and usage according to organisational requirements. 4.3 Take samples according to organisational requirements. |
5 Compile process records and reports . |
5.1 Report information relating to system demand adjustment requirements according to organisational requirements. 5.2 Identify process faults and the operational condition of the system and network and report according to organisational requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required skills :
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Required knowledge :
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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, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The candidate should demonstrate the ability to monitor the operation of complex flow control, measuring and regulating devices including:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Access to the workplace and resources including:
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in a manner appropriate to the skill levels of the operator, any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and reflecting the requirements of the competency and the work being performed. |
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Monitoring complex flow control and metering devices may include: |
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Equipment and tools may include: |
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Organisational and statutory requirements may include: |
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Routine inspections may include: |
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Reporting of problems and anomalies may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |
Collection and distribution |