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Conduct basic functional testing of water-based fire-suppression systems

Conduct basic functional testing of water-based fire-suppression systems

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPFS3040
State Code
OCO28
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
23/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
039905 - Fire Technology
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to complete monthly and six-monthly routine service procedures on water-based fire suppression systems according to AS 1851 Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment in new or existing residential or commercial structures.In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and apply compliance requirements to service operations.
  • 1.1 Determine current legislative and industry requirements against organisational service operations and adjust as required to ensure compliance.
  • 1.2 Interpret and follow the requirements of section one of AS 1851 Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment.
  • 1.3 Identify and apply workplace policies and procedures, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
  • 1.4 Prepare for functional testing of water-based fire-suppression systems according to identified requirements.
2 Conduct monthly and six-monthly routine service inspections and record results.
  • 2.1 Notify appropriate site contact of entry and follow site procedures for notifying occupants and/or staff of planned fire sprinkler system test.
  • 2.2 Apply appropriate workplace procedures and risk control measures when inspecting water-based fire-suppression systems.
  • 2.3 Identify plant and other system interfaces that must be isolated to allow for inspection activities.
  • 2.4 Identify key control valves and determine their functions with reference to manufacturer instructions to allow for routine inspection activities.
  • 2.5 Perform and record visual inspections and results according to AS 1851 Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment.
3 Conduct monthly and six-monthly testing and record results.
  • 3.1 Implement test methods for monthly and six-monthly testing.
  • 3.2 Perform routine testing procedures according to the required frequency schedule determined by AS 1851 Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment to verify the system functions as intended.
  • 3.3 Compare test results with manufacturer, legislative and industry requirements.
  • 3.4 Document results in accordance with AS 1851 Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment.
  • 3.5 Identify, record and report any defects or non-conformances in accordance with AS 1851 Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment.
  • 3.6 Prepare and forward reports to relevant persons for action.
  • 3.7 Reinstate system according to organisational and manufacturer requirements.
  • 3.8 Notify site contact of completion of test and follow site procedures for notifying occupants and staff.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure according to workplace procedures.
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State Code National Code Title Type
WF880 CPCPFS3040A Conduct basic functional testing of water-based fire-suppression systems Unit of competency