Unit of competency Outline
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Assist with the installation and maintenance of pumps and flow control devices for irrigation
Assist with the installation and maintenance of pumps and flow control devices for irrigation
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCIRG208A
AHCIRG208A
State Code
WE008
WE008
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/04/2013
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
11/04/2013
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This Unit describes the outcomes required to assist with the installation and maintenance of pumps and flow control devices for irrigation systems and defines the standard required to: assemble equipment and materials for installation work; assist with the installation of pumps and flow control devices; assist with maintenance tasks for pumps and flow-control devices; and identify basic faults related to pumping and flow control and fix or report.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Plan and prepare for work onpumping and flow control systems
- 1.1 Apply work requirements for installation of pumps andflow control devices in irrigation systems from plans, specifications and instructions
- 1.2 Prepare work plans and identify OHS hazards to ensure safety within the workplace
- 1.3 Select and check equipment and tools to meet safety requirements of the task and site
- 1.4 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE)
2Carry out installation tasks for pumps and flow control devices.
- 2.1 Carry out installation tasks as directed for pumps according to manufacturer guidelines and legislative requirements
- 2.2 Carry out installation tasks as directed for flow control devices according to manufacturer guidelines
3 Carry out maintenance tasks for pumps and flow control devices.
- 3.1 Carry out routine inspections of flow control and metering facilities in irrigation systems according to organisational procedures
- 3.2 Carry out preventative maintenance and service of equipment and facilities according to manufacturer guidelines and organisational requirements
4 Review, record and report activities.
- 4.1 Check, maintain and store equipment, tools and materials according to manufacturer guidelines and organisational procedures
- 4.2 Restore work site to meet environmental and organisational requirements
- 4.3 Record and report activities according to organisational procedures
The range statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Pumping and flow control systems may include:
all types of pumps and pumping systems (including filters and valves) used to move water to or through an irrigation system
Pumps may include:
centrifugal
Archimedes screw type
submersible
positive displacementasic intenance pumps and flow-fe work procedurestrol devices.
Flow controldevices may include:
flow directional gates
regulators
valves:
sluice
gate
blade
non-return
doors, drop structures and bars.
OHS hazards should be identified through site risk assessment and organisational procedures and may include:
solar radiation, dust, noise, air- and soil-borne micro-organisms, chemicals and hazardous substances, sharp hand tools and equipment, manual handling, holes, and slippery and uneven surfaces.
Personal protective clothing and equipment (PPE) may include:
steel capped boots/shoes, overalls, gloves, sun hat, sunscreen lotion, safety goggles, face mask and hearing protection, and any protection required for the use of equipment.
Pumping and flow control systems may include:
all types of pumps and pumping systems (including filters and valves) used to move water to or through an irrigation system
Pumps may include:
centrifugal
Archimedes screw type
submersible
positive displacementasic intenance pumps and flow-fe work procedurestrol devices.
Flow controldevices may include:
flow directional gates
regulators
valves:
sluice
gate
blade
non-return
doors, drop structures and bars.
OHS hazards should be identified through site risk assessment and organisational procedures and may include:
solar radiation, dust, noise, air- and soil-borne micro-organisms, chemicals and hazardous substances, sharp hand tools and equipment, manual handling, holes, and slippery and uneven surfaces.
Personal protective clothing and equipment (PPE) may include:
steel capped boots/shoes, overalls, gloves, sun hat, sunscreen lotion, safety goggles, face mask and hearing protection, and any protection required for the use of equipment.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
assemble equipment and materials for installation work
assist with the installation of pumps and flow-control devices
assist with maintenance tasks for pumps and flow-control devices
identify basic faults related to pumping and flow control and fix or report.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
assemble equipment and materials for installation work
assist with the installation of pumps and flow-control devices
assist with maintenance tasks for pumps and flow-control devices
identify basic faults related to pumping and flow control and fix or report.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAO22 | AHCIRG218 | Assist with pump and flow control device operations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J155 | AHC21112 | Certificate II in Irrigation | Qualification |
| D453 | AHC20310 | Certificate II in Production Horticulture | Qualification |