Elements and Performance Criteria
- Carry out pre-start checks
- Determine work requirements and identify hazards, assess risks and implement control measures
- Select required tools and equipment and check for safe operation
- Select and use suitable personal protective equipment
- Check water, power, fuel and lubricants to confirm all are available and the control system is operational
- Prime pumps, if necessary, and open or close valves and controls as directed
- Calibrate pressure and flow testing equipment
- Carry out other pre-start system checks
- Inspect and operate the system
- Monitor irrigation system performance
- Shut down irrigation system