Unit of competency Outline
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Coordinate and monitor groundwater system usage
Coordinate and monitor groundwater system usage
Unit of competency
National Code
NWPSOU053
NWPSOU053
State Code
AVY34
AVY34
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to coordinate and monitor the use of groundwater as a source of water supply ensuring that Ground Water Management Plan (GWMP) performance measures are met, environmental issues are addressed and a source of supply is maintained.This unit applies to those workers with a specific responsibility for ensuring that groundwater system usage complies with the GWMP and that assets and processes comply with organisational and statutory requirements. 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, particularly those related to WHS. Those undertaking this unit would work independently or in a team, and may be required to coordinate an operational team. They will perform complex tasks while operating in a familiar context, ensuring minimum damage to the environment. However, the level of responsibility may vary according to the size, scope, location, and technical complexity of individual projects and groundwater system. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm GWMP performance measures
- 1.1 Identify groundwater management, stakeholder and water quality and quantity requirements.
- 1.2 Gather historical groundwater information and apply as required.
- 1.3 Identify environmental factors and issues that impact on groundwater.
2. Monitor and coordinate processes
- 2.1 Conduct monitoring and testing programs.
- 2.2 Monitor groundwater usage and quality.
- 2.3 Identify, investigate and report breaches of usage provisions and changes to quality parameters.
3. Monitor performance of assets
- 3.1 Monitor assets to ensure performance meets specifications in plan.
- 3.2 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment.
- 3.3 Schedule maintenance programs to meet current and potential problems.
4. Report on groundwater system usage
- 4.1 Analyse, record and report coordination and monitoring data.
- 4.2 Identify and investigate current and potential problems.
- 4.3 Report investigation results and recommendations.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1948 | NWP417B | Coordinate and monitor groundwater system usage | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCW44 | NWPCAD022 | Coordinate and monitor groundwater system usage | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYX1 | NWP40515 | Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations | Qualification |
| BEG3 | NWP50118 | Diploma of Water Industry Operations | Qualification |