Assessment Requirements for AHCIRG217 Assist with pressurised irrigation operations

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for AHCIRG217 Assist with pressurised irrigation operations

Modification History

Release Number	TP Version	Comments
1	AHCv1.0	Initial release

Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

assemble and join irrigation system components

carry out basic maintenance tasks

carry out irrigation operating tasks

complete installation work

fix identified faults

follow directions to operate pumps, filters and valves

look for leaks and faulty sprinklers

prepare materials, tools and equipment

recognise and report faults

undertake site preparation tasks as directed

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of pressurised irrigation systems

characteristics and operation of replaceable components of sprinkler irrigation systems

environmental impacts of irrigation from ground or underground source

installation techniques and procedures

irrigation controllers

irrigation pipes, types and sizes

irrigation times to deliver sufficient volume without over watering

operation of pressurised irrigation system

set out procedures

signs of stress in plants as well as the signs of over and under watering

sprinkler irrigation components and their function

sprinkler spacing, coverage and pressure

system malfunctions and their likely causes

types of sprinklers

Assessment Conditions

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72