ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Plan and prepare for work onpumping and flow control systems

1.1 Apply work requirements for installation of pumps andflow control devices in irrigation systems from plans, specifications and instructions

1.2 Prepare work plans and identify OHS hazards to ensure safety within the workplace

1.3 Select and check equipment and tools to meet safety requirements of the task and site

1.4 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment (PPE)

2Carry out installation tasks for pumps and flow control devices.

2.1 Carry out installation tasks as directed for pumps according to manufacturer guidelines and legislative requirements

2.2 Carry out installation tasks as directed for flow control devices according to manufacturer guidelines

3 Carry out maintenance tasks for pumps and flow control devices.

3.1 Carry out routine inspections of flow control and metering facilities in irrigation systems according to organisational procedures

3.2 Carry out preventative maintenance and service of equipment and facilities according to manufacturer guidelines and organisational requirements

4 Review, record and report activities.

4.1 Check, maintain and store equipment, tools and materials according to manufacturer guidelines and organisational procedures

4.2 Restore work site to meet environmental and organisational requirements

4.3 Record and report activities according to organisational procedures

Required skills include:

Ability to:

follow plans, charts and instructions

perform work-related calculations

organise equipment and materials for installation work

use power tools and hand tools

handle materials safely

install irrigation components

identify hazards and adopt safe work practices

identify and respond to operational problems

communicate with work team members, supervisors, contractors and consultants

use literacy skills to follow sequenced written instructions and record information accurately and legibly

use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures

use interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge includes:

Knowledge of:

types of pumps and their function and use

types of flow control devices and their purpose

basic principles of hydraulics and the operation of flows

system layout

principles of electricity and safe work procedures

lock-out procedures for mechanical and electrical installations

organisational communication systems

effective workplace communication processes

materials handling

environmental, landscape and ground structure of work area

risk factors and potential hazards

equipment operation, capacity and limitations

effects of weather and conditions on operation of system, site and plant

flow measurement principles and procedures

layout and performance of pipes and fittings

function of control systems.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

assemble equipment and materials for installation work

assist with the installation of pumps and flow-control devices

assist with maintenance tasks for pumps and flow-control devices

identify basic faults related to pumping and flow control and fix or report.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Pumping and flow control systems may include:

all types of pumps and pumping systems (including filters and valves) used to move water to or through an irrigation system

Pumps may include:

centrifugal

Archimedes screw type

submersible

positive displacementasic intenance pumps and flow-fe work procedurestrol devices.

Flow controldevices may include:

flow directional gates

regulators

valves:

sluice

gate

blade

non-return

doors, drop structures and bars.

OHS hazards should be identified through site risk assessment and organisational procedures and may include:

solar radiation, dust, noise, air- and soil-borne micro-organisms, chemicals and hazardous substances, sharp hand tools and equipment, manual handling, holes, and slippery and uneven surfaces.

Personal protective clothing and equipment (PPE) may include:

steel capped boots/shoes, overalls, gloves, sun hat, sunscreen lotion, safety goggles, face mask and hearing protection, and any protection required for the use of equipment.