Assessment Requirements for CPCPCM3022 Weld polymer pipes using fusion method

Release: 2

Assessment Requirements for CPCPCM3022 Weld polymer pipes using fusion method

Modification History

Release 2	This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.1. Changes to Pre-requisite unit.
Release 1	This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0. Supersedes and is equivalent to CPCPCM3022A Weld polyethylene and polypropylene pipes using fusion method. Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012.

Performance Evidence

To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the performance criteria for this unit by:

butt welding three joints up to DN110 (OD) for a non-pressure application

electro-fusion welding one socket joint up to DN110 (OD) for a pressure application.

Knowledge Evidence

To be competent in this unit, a candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

safe operation procedures for fusion welding of polymer pipe

effect of heat and other products on the properties of polymer pipe

operating principles of fusion welding equipment

characteristics and limitations of materials

surface preparation in the welding process

identification of welding requirements

how to access relevant information, including codes and standards

tools, materials and equipment used to fusion weld polymer pipes

work health and safety (WHS) requirements for fusion welding polymer pipes.

Assessment Conditions

Assessors must satisfy the requirements for assessors listed in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations.

This unit must be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation using realistic workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities, procedures, safety requirements and environmental considerations.

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