Mapping	Notes	Date
Supersedes and is equivalent to NWP304A - Maintain meters for non-potable, non-urban water supplies	Unit code updated. Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards. All PC transitioned from passive to active voice. Unit title changed to better reflect unit outcomes. PC 4.3 removed, PC1.3 & 1.4 merged and PC 2.1 & 2.3 & 2.4 & 2.5 merged and revised.	06/Dec/2015
Is superseded by and equivalent to NWPIWS006 - Maintain meters for rural water supplies		03/Feb/2020

Release	Release date
1 1 (this release)	07/Dec/2015

CodeSort Table listing Training packages that include this unit by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Training packages that include this unit by the Title column	Release
NWP - National Water Training Package	National Water Training Package	1.0-2.0
AHC - Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package	Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package	1.0-9.0

CodeSort Table listing Qualifications that include this unit by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Qualifications that include this unit by the Title column	Usage Recommendation	Release
AHC32416 - Certificate III in Irrigation	Certificate III in Irrigation	Superseded	1-2
AHC32419 - Certificate III in Irrigation Technology	Certificate III in Irrigation Technology	Superseded	1
NWP30215 - Certificate III in Water Industry Operations	Certificate III in Water Industry Operations	Superseded	1
NWP30415 - Certificate III in Water Industry Irrigation	Certificate III in Water Industry Irrigation	Superseded	1
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CodeSort Table listing Skill sets that include this unit by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Skill sets that include this unit by the Title column	Usage Recommendation	Release
AHCSS00102 - Irrigation Meter Installation and Validation Skill Set	Irrigation Meter Installation and Validation Skill Set	Current	1
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Scheme	Code	Classification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	059999	Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.

Scheme	Code	Classification value	Start date	End date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	059999	Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.	29/Apr/2016

Unit of competency

Modification History

Release

Comments

This unit was released in NWP Water Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages.

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to NWP304A Maintain meter for non-potable, non-urban water supplies.

Unit code updated
Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards
All PC transitioned from passive to active voice
Unit title changed to better reflect unit outcomes
PC 4.3 removed
PC 1.3 and 1.4 merged
PC 2.1, 2.3, 2.4 and 2.5 merged and revised

Application

This unit describes the skills required to maintain the operational integrity of already installed meters, metering systems and their components. This unit covers corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance.

This unit applies to those working in the water industry as field or operational staff maintaining meters for rural water supply.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work under independently under direct supervision, while performing routine tasks in familiar context.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Competency Field

Irrigation

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Confirm meter type and location within asset management system	1.1 Obtain organisational maintenance plan and manufacturer guidelines. 1.2 Locate meter emplacement on a map, or by GPS, or according to organisational procedures. 1.3 Confirm that meter type and number match maintenance plan or manufacturer guidelines.
2. Check condition of meters and metering system	2.1 Check components and identify faults using an asset condition checklist. 2.2 Establish maintenance requirements.
3. Maintain meter and meter facilities	3.1 Repair or replace faulty components. 3.2 Identify faults which need to be rectified by a third party.
4. Test and recommission	4.1 Ensure meter complies with standards. 4.2 Perform on-site re-test of meter. 4.3 Record faults and meter performance, maintenance and repairs.

Foundation Skills

The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit

Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.

Unit Mapping Information

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to NWP304A Maintain meter for non-potable, non-urban water supplies.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=26336bc0-04e5-49d9-8c31-46c49b6a0037

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release

Comments

These Assessment Requirements were released in NWP Water Training Package release 1.0 and meet the Standards for Training Packages.

Assessment Requirements created drawing upon specified assessment information from superseded unit

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. The candidate must be assessed in at least two of the different fault types listed in the Range of Conditions. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

reading and analysing electronic display
inputting data into electronic controller
working with low voltage wiring
reading manufacturers’ instructions, plans, exploded drawings and parts catalogues
reading verification marks
using tags and seals
confirming the site and the meter
checking meter condition
replacing components
documenting the maintenance

Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

relevant organisational policies and procedures for water meter maintenance
organisational rights and responsibilities
manufacturers' maintenance procedures for specific meter types
knowledge of checking pattern approval requirements
standards for non-urban metering
GPS coordinates
meter types and accuracy limits
roles and responsibilities of maintenance personnel
WHS guidelines
environmental, cultural and heritage guidelines

Assessment Conditions

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=26336bc0-04e5-49d9-8c31-46c49b6a0037

Unit of competency details

NWPIRR022 - Maintain meters for rural water supplies (Release 1)

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