Unit of competency Outline
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Maintain reticulated services
Maintain reticulated services
Unit of competency
National Code
LGAWORK307A
LGAWORK307A
State Code
C5889
C5889
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/08/2014
Field of Education
030901 - Construction Engineering
Original Release Date
14/08/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers the maintenance of reticulated services.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan the reticulated service maintenance
- 1.1 Work is planned and undertaken in accordance with identified needs, occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and traffic control.
- 1.2 Tasks are assigned to appropriate licensed personnel to meet reticulated services' job requirements.
- 1.3 The work site is prepared in accordance with the regulations of relevant authorities and designed to meet Australian standards .
- 1.4 Environmental protection devices are installed as required to meet environmental regulations.
2 Carry out reticulated service maintenance
- 2.1 Pavement or vegetation is removed by manual or mechanical means to expose service pipes and to meet systems' performance requirements.
- 2.2 The correct reticulated service is accurately located and identified.
- 2.3 Defective components are repaired or replaced as required.
- 2.4 Components are serviced to specification.
- 2.5 Functional tests of items are carried out.
- 2.6 Clean and orderly work site is maintained during and after reticulated service maintenance in accordance with council requirements.
- 2.7 Services are returned to their intended purpose to ensure ongoing usefulness.
- 2.8 Service is reinstated after maintenance work has been passed at final inspection.
3 Complete necessary documentation
- 3.1 Documents are completed and filed to meet council requirements.
- 3.2 Records are secured, made accessible and kept up to date.
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Reticulated services may include:
gas
water
electricity
sewerage
communication systems
underground stormwater systems
Documents may include:
permits
approvals
plans
receipts
schedules
reports
analysis sheets
time sheets
Relevant standards may include:
appropriate standards related to type of service
Reticulated services may include:
gas
water
electricity
sewerage
communication systems
underground stormwater systems
Documents may include:
permits
approvals
plans
receipts
schedules
reports
analysis sheets
time sheets
Relevant standards may include:
appropriate standards related to type of service
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Appropriate materials and processes are used for the efficient maintenance of reticulated services.
Plans and specifications are adhered to.
Safety at work site is achieved.
Australian standards are met.
Context of assessment
May be assessed:
on the job
simulated workplace environment
written assignment
short-answer test
oral questioning
observation
or any combination of the above
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables.
Resource implications
In accordance with a range of variable requirements.
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Appropriate materials and processes are used for the efficient maintenance of reticulated services.
Plans and specifications are adhered to.
Safety at work site is achieved.
Australian standards are met.
Context of assessment
May be assessed:
on the job
simulated workplace environment
written assignment
short-answer test
oral questioning
observation
or any combination of the above
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence will need to be gathered over time across a range of variables.
Resource implications
In accordance with a range of variable requirements.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C748 | LGA30304 | Certificate III in Local Government (Operational Works) | Qualification |