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Install drainage systems

Install drainage systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCDRG301
State Code
BAO94
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to install surface and subsurface drainage systems. It applies to individuals who take responsibility for own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for drainage system installation activities
  • 1.1 Identify the construction site for the drainage system
  • 1.2 Select materials, tools, equipment and machinery and carry out pre-operational and safety checks
  • 1.3 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement controls
  • 1.4 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment
2. Co-ordinate installation work
  • 2.1 Coordinate work tasks in a sequential, timely and effective manner
  • 2.2 Install the drainage system with due consideration of the environmental implications
  • 2.3 Maintain a clean and safe work area throughout work
3. Prepare the site for installation of drainage system
  • 3.1 Interpret symbols and terminology to ensure the concept of the drainage system plan is clearly understood
  • 3.2 Identify layout of services, check depths and report discrepancies
  • 3.3 Complete survey, measurement and marking out of site and confirm soil characteristics relevant to the system
4. Undertake installation of drainage system
  • 4.1 Complete excavations without damage to services, facilities, features and established plants
  • 4.2 Install the drainage system
  • 4.3 Test the drainage system for configuration, flow rates and capacity
  • 4.4 Confirm remedial action to be taken when the drainage system operation does not meet the plan specifications
5. Complete installation of drainage system
  • 5.1 Finish earthworks
  • 5.2 Restore the site and remove and dispose of waste material
  • 5.3 Clean, maintain and store tools, equipment and machinery
  • 5.4 Record work outcomes and report the works as per the executed drawings, including adjustments
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6809 AHCDRG301A Install drainage systems Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBK09 AHCDRG305 Install drainage systems Unit of competency