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Monitor and operate water distribution systems

Monitor and operate water distribution systems

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPNET051
State Code
OBN79
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/06/2020
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
15/06/2020
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to monitor and operate water distribution systems.It includes coordinating the operation of bulkwater or water distribution systems and measuring and reporting on the operation of the system. It also includes interpreting technical documentation, identifying and investigating operational problems and collecting and analysing technical information.This unit applies to those working as field staff and operators with a specific responsibility for inspecting and measuring the performance of bulkwater or water distribution systems and for ensuring that flow, pressure and volume parameters are regulated according to organisational specifications and system demands. Those undertaking this unit would work under appropriate supervision, while performing routine tasks, in a familiar context, and ensuring minimum damage to the environment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Monitor system performance and usage
  • 1.1 Select and check equipment and tools required for monitoring system performance
  • 1.2 Schedule and conduct routine inspections and report identified faults to relevant personnel
  • 1.3 Collect, analyse and report system performance and usage data
  • 1.4 Monitor and coordinate sample collection and records according to workplace procedures
2 Regulate flow, pressure and volume
  • 2.1 Inspect and adjust flow regulating systems according to performance measures
  • 2.2 Monitor and adjust pressures and volumes
  • 2.3 Monitor flows and diversions required for repair
3 Operate and control distribution processes
  • 3.1 Control distribution processes to maintain required parameters of operation
  • 3.2 Identify, address and report process faults to relevant personnel
  • 3.3 Optimise process performance according to workplace procedures
4 Compile process reports
  • 4.1 Compile reports from system data according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Record the condition of equipment and report faults or anticipated problems to relevant personnel
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State Code National Code Title Type
AVY62 NWPNET041 Monitor and operate water distribution systems Unit of competency