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Install and commission domestic irrigation pumps

Install and commission domestic irrigation pumps

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPIG3022
State Code
OCN71
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
06/05/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
12
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to install and commission domestic irrigation pumps.In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work.
  • 1.1 Obtain irrigation plans and specifications and inspect site.
  • 1.2 Adhere to work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements associated with installing and commissioning domestic irrigation pumps throughout work.
  • 1.3 Identify and adhere to quality assurance requirements according to workplace requirements.
  • 1.4 Plan and sequence tasks in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work and statutory and regulatory authorities’ requirements.
  • 1.5 Select and check tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), for installing and commissioning domestic irrigation pumps for serviceability.
  • 1.6 Prepare work area to support efficient installation and commissioning of domestic irrigation pumps.
2 Identify installation requirements.
  • 2.1 Identify irrigation system requirements from plans, specifications and relevant information.
  • 2.2 Select pump and installation materials according to type, installation, range of flow rates, operating head and delivery distance.
  • 2.3 Identify, order and collect pump, according to workplace procedures.
  • 2.4 Check pump for compliance with standards, docket and order form, and for acceptable condition.
3 Install and commission pump.
  • 3.1 Set out pump position to comply with irrigation plans and manufacturer recommendations.
  • 3.2 Install pump base according to plans and specifications and sustainability principles and concepts.
  • 3.3 Position and fix pump onto base.
  • 3.4 Connect suction and discharge lines to pump according to manufacturer specifications.
  • 3.5 Pressure test piping according to job specifications.
  • 3.6 Test and adjust operation of pump to achieve effective operation according to job and manufacturer specifications.
  • 3.7 Record and document test data in format required by quality assurance procedures.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of reused or recycled materials according to legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification.
  • 4.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures.
  • 4.3 Complete documentation according to workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF912 CPCPIG3022A Install and commission domestic irrigation pumps Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGC2 CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing Qualification