Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Work instructions may include:
access to site and specific site requirements
equipment, tools and material requirements
personal protective clothing and equipment requirements
equipment and systems location information
reporting requirements
specific client requirements
swimming pool or spa information:
features
manufacturer instructions
service and maintenance requirements
type
warranties and guarantees
timeframes
work schedules
work tasks and procedures.
Relevant persons may include:
client
colleague
equipment and systems manufacturer
site manager or project manager
supervisor
swimming pool or spa manager or operator
technician.
Tools, materials and equipment may include:
acid
brushing equipment
communications equipment
computer and software
global positioning system (GPS) unit
hand tools
ladders
lubricant
personal protective equipment
power tools
replacement materials:
gaskets
O-rings
pool chemicals
street directory
vacuuming equipment
water-testing equipment and materials.
Risks and hazards may include:
burns and scalds
chemical hazards
confined spaces
electrical hazards
exposure to:
algae
asbestos
bodily fluids
contaminated surfaces
contaminated water:
bacteria
faecal
viruses
disinfection by products
dogs
dust
fibres
glass
heights
insects
live power
natural and other gas build-up
noise
snakes
spiders
sun
swimming pool and spa chemicals
vermin
weather
gas hazards
hydraulic entrapment
inadequate ventilation
manual handling
non-compliance with building codes and regulations:
chemicals
electrical
hydraulic
swimming pool and spa safety barriers
personal health hazards
plant and equipment hazards
trips and falls
unaccompanied minors
water hazards.
Personal protective equipment may include:
buoyancy vest or personal flotation device (PFD)
chemical resistant gloves
hard hat or protective head covering
hearing protection (e.g. earplugs and earmuffs)
high visibility vest
non-slip and waterproof boots or other safety footwear
protective eyewear and glasses
protective outdoor clothing
respirator or face mask
safety harness
sun protection (e.g. sunhat, sunscreen and sunglasses)
uniforms or overalls
water-resistant clothing.
Environs may include:
barriers
cleaning equipment
concourse
furniture
plant room or area
storage area
water features.
Routine servicing may include:
address seasonal requirements
brush pool
carry out routine repairs to pool and spa systems
check swimming pool and spa safety barriers and gates
check and clean skimmer basket and hair and lint-pot basket
check and maintain:
pool blankets and rollers
pool chlorinators
pool cleaning equipment
pool filters
pool heating
pump
signs and safety equipment
water level
check operation of pool lighting
check suction openings in gutters and skimmers for debris
check that handrails, ladders, diving boards, slides and other equipment are secure and in good condition
check that return inlet fittings and vacuum line covers are in place
clean tiles:
water line
gutter tile
inspect water quality
maintain sanitisation
record routine maintenance activities and required follow-up actions
vacuum pool
water balancing
water testing.

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
This unit of competency could be assessed by carrying out routine maintenance of swimming pools and spas.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person should demonstrate the ability to:
locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and specifications to carry out routine maintenance of swimming pools and spas
apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including using personal protective clothing and equipment
carry out routine maintenance activities on swimming pools and spas and environs, including identifying faults and undertaking routine repairs in line with manufacturer instructions and client and enterprise requirements
report complex faults and repair requirements to relevant persons in line with enterprise requirements
restore work area to original condition and check swimming pool or spa and environs for safety hazards
ensure that waste is disposed of and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored in line with WHS and enterprise requirements.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context and is to comply with relevant regulatory and Australian Standards’ requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
relevant codes, standards and government regulations
a technical reference library with current publications on:
different types and components of swimming pools and spas
routine maintenance requirements for swimming pools and spas.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the CPP07 Property Services Training Package
include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles
confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.
Guidance information for assessment
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.