Mapping	Notes	Date
Supersedes and is equivalent to NWP362B - Monitor, operate and control reclaimed water irrigation	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.	06/Dec/2015
Is superseded by and equivalent to NWPTRT028 - Operate and control reclaimed water irrigation		03/Feb/2020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	1.0-5.0
AMP - Australian Meat Processing Training Package	Australian Meat Processing Training Package	2.0-4.0

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
AHC32419 - Certificate III in Irrigation Technology	Certificate III in Irrigation Technology	Superseded	1
AHC41119 - Certificate IV in Irrigation Management	Certificate IV in Irrigation Management	Current	1
AHC32416 - Certificate III in Irrigation	Certificate III in Irrigation	Superseded	1-2
AHC41116 - Certificate IV in Irrigation	Certificate IV in Irrigation	Superseded	1
NWP30315 - Certificate III in Water Industry Treatment	Certificate III in Water Industry Treatment	Superseded	1
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AMPSS00058 - Meat Processing Waste Water Irrigation Skill Set (level 2)	Meat Processing Waste Water Irrigation Skill Set (level 2)	Current	1
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Scheme	Code	Classification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	030717	Plant And Machine Operations

Scheme	Code	Classification value	Start date	End date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	030717	Plant And Machine Operations	29/Apr/2016

Unit of competency

Modification History

Release

Comments

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

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to NWP362B Monitor, operate and control reclaimed water irrigation.

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

Application

This unit describes the skills required to operate and control reclaimed water irrigation and the use of reclaimed water for irrigation practices.

This unit applies to those working as staff members with a specific responsibility for analysing the critical aspects of reclaimed water reuse management relating to a project or site and implementing reclaimed water reuse irrigation.

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 indirect supervision, performing routine tasks in a familiar context, ensuring minimum damage to the environment.

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

Competency Field

Treatment

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. Assess sites for reclaimed water irrigation	1.1 Identify soil/water interactions and soil properties important for plant growth. 1.2 Identify soil sampling sites, collect samples and conduct soil testing. 1.3 Classify soils using field texture, pH and structure analysis. 1.4 Monitor and determine the water holding capacity of the soil.
2. Assess quality of reclaimed water for irrigation	2.1 Sample and test reclaimed water and interpret quality parameters. 2.2 Determine crops suitable for the quality of reclaimed water and site conditions.
3. Implement reclaimed water irrigation	3.1 Identify basic features of irrigation systems. 3.2 Operate and maintain irrigation equipment. 3.3 Identify and apply irrigation scheduling options for reclaimed water. 3.4 Produce water budgets using crop factors and climate data. 3.5 Apply irrigation water and collect and monitor tail water or runoff.
4. Respond to water or soil quality issues	4.1 Develop irrigation management options to respond to water quality issues. 4.2 Identify and apply requirements and options for soil ameliorants. 4.3 Monitor infiltration and drainage.
5. Compile reclaimed water irrigation records	5.1 Compile reports from system data. 5.2 Report observations outside defined parameters for further action.

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 NWP362B Monitor, operate and control reclaimed water irrigation.

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 National 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. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

monitoring and managing soil
solving operational problems
accessing, interpreting and applying relevant legislation
apply environmental policies, plans and procedures
assessing environmental risks at the work site
identifying soil groups
using safety and personal protective equipment
sampling and testing soil and water
monitoring, operating and controlling reclaimed water irrigation
analysing critical aspects of reclaimed water reuse management relating to the project or site
implementing reclaimed water reuse irrigation
identifying environment, health and safety risks and impact on soil, stock and operators
applying environmental procedures
participating in and contributing to reviews of reclaimed water reuse procedures

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.

key principles of irrigation practices, including irrigation scheduling
key characteristics of reclaimed water
relevant legislative requirements
standard operating procedures
primary agencies involved in drinking water quality management
water quality performance indicators
an overview of the water supply system
water hazardous agents and preventative strategies
community and agency roles and responsibilities in monitoring water quality
best management practices for the use of reclaimed water for irrigation purposes
reclaimed water usage licensing procedures and requirements
environmental, landscape and ground structure of work area
equipment operation, capacity and limitations
effects of weather and conditions on operation of site or plant
interpretation and use of material safety data sheets

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

NWPTRT062 - Operate and control reclaimed water irrigation (Release 1)

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