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Maintain meters for rural water supplies

Maintain meters for rural water supplies

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPIRR022
State Code
AVZ03
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills required to maintain the operational integrity of already installed meters, metering systems and their components. This unit covers corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance.This unit applies to those working in the water industry as field or operational staff maintaining meters for rural water supply.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work under independently under direct supervision, while performing routine tasks in familiar context.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm meter type and location within asset management system
  • 1.1 Obtain organisational maintenance plan and manufacturer guidelines.
  • 1.2 Locate meter emplacement on a map, or by GPS, or according to organisational procedures.
  • 1.3 Confirm that meter type and number match maintenance plan or manufacturer guidelines.
2. Check condition of meters and metering system
  • 2.1 Check components and identify faults using an asset condition checklist.
  • 2.2 Establish maintenance requirements.
3. Maintain meter and meter facilities
  • 3.1 Repair or replace faulty components.
  • 3.2 Identify faults which need to be rectified by a third party.
4. Test and recommission
  • 4.1 Ensure meter complies with standards.
  • 4.2 Perform on-site re-test of meter.
  • 4.3 Record faults and meter performance, maintenance and repairs.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4812 NWP304A Maintain meters for non-potable, non-urban water supplies Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBO04 NWPIWS006 Maintain meters for rural water supplies Unit of competency