SISCAQU014 Operate self-contained breathing apparatus in an aquatic facility

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SISCAQU014 Operate self-contained breathing apparatus in an aquatic facility

Modification History

Not applicable.

Application

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and respond to emergency situations requiring the use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

This unit applies to those working at aquatic facilities where chlorine gas is used. The Australian and New Zealand Safety Standard 2927 requires a SCBA to be kept at any public swimming pool or public place where chlorine is stored or used. The Western Australian Code of Practice for the Design, Construction, Operation, Management and Maintenance of Aquatic Facilities imposes conditions on Pool Operators of Group 1 Swimming Pools to hold this Unit of Competence.

With regard to other states and territories, no licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Pre-requisite Unit

Nil

Competency Field

Aquatics

Unit Sector

Community Recreation

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Identify and evaluate emergency situations.	1.1 Identify emergencies requiring the use of self-contained breathing apparatus. 1.2 Communicate initial assessment of emergency to appropriate personnel and determine an appropriate response.
2. Use self-contained breathing apparatus.	2.1 Check self-contained breathing apparatus unit is operational. 2.2 Fit and operate self-contained breathing apparatus unit according to manufacturer instructions. 2.3 Connect chlorine gas regulator to cylinder or drum installation. 2.4 Perform leak detection test on chlorine gas regulator. 2.5 Record and report details of routine maintenance. 2.6 Isolate chlorine gas equipment in an emergency situation and notify emergency personnel in line with organisational requirements.
3. Check and maintain self-contained breathing apparatus.	3.1 Check self-contained breathing apparatus unit, report faults and take corrective action when required. 3.2 Clear and store the self-contained breathing apparatus unit after use if no maintenance action required. 3.3 Remove, replace or repair faulty equipment and defective parts according to manufacturer instructions and scope of responsibility.
4. Complete post-emergency responsibilities.	4.1 Record and report details of emergency incident according to organisational procedures. 4.2 Evaluate emergency procedures and recommend any changes required to improve response.

Foundation Skills

Foundation skills essential to performance in this unit, but not explicit in the performance criteria are listed here, along with a brief context statement.
SKILLS	DESCRIPTION
Reading skills to:	interpret technical documents such as manufacturer instructions for the use, care and maintenance of self-contained breathing apparatus units.
Numeracy skills to:	determine air supply limits of self-contained breathing apparatus units.

Unit Mapping Information

SISCAQU417A Operate self-contained breathing apparatus in an aquatic facility

Links

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