Assessor Resource

AHCDRG303
Troubleshoot drainage systems

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot issues in drainage systems.

It applies to individuals who take responsibility for own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for work

1.1 Identify drainage system issues and develop plans to rectify them

1.2 Locate the affected section of drainage system

1.3 Determine work requirements and responsibility for repair

1.4 Select materials, tools, equipment and machinery

1.5 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery

1.6 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement controls

1.7 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment

2. Determine access to drainage system

2.1 Access plan of drainage system and locate access points

2.2 Carry out digging without unnecessary damage to buildings, site, environment or existing fixtures and fittings

3. Carry out work

3.1 Use safe manual lifting and handling techniques

3.2 Access drainage system and rectify identified issue

3.3 Test drainage system to confirm issue has been rectified

3.4 Repair or reseal drainage system to permit normal use

3.5 Advise relevant personnel that repairs have been completed and the drainage system has been commissioned for use

4. Complete work

4.1 Clean work area and dispose of debris and waste

4.2 Clean and maintain tools and equipment

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

complete a range of rectification works

identify a range of drainage system issues relevant to their industry, including surface and sub-surface issues

inspect the site to determine access to drainage system

plan and prepare for the work

test the system and clean up after rectifying the identified issues

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of drainage system troubleshooting

components used in drainage systems

environmental impacts of drainage systems

isolation processes and procedures

types and operational parameters of drainage systems

types of drainage systems common to their industry and their possible issues

work plans and processes

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for work

1.1 Identify drainage system issues and develop plans to rectify them

1.2 Locate the affected section of drainage system

1.3 Determine work requirements and responsibility for repair

1.4 Select materials, tools, equipment and machinery

1.5 Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery

1.6 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement controls

1.7 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment

2. Determine access to drainage system

2.1 Access plan of drainage system and locate access points

2.2 Carry out digging without unnecessary damage to buildings, site, environment or existing fixtures and fittings

3. Carry out work

3.1 Use safe manual lifting and handling techniques

3.2 Access drainage system and rectify identified issue

3.3 Test drainage system to confirm issue has been rectified

3.4 Repair or reseal drainage system to permit normal use

3.5 Advise relevant personnel that repairs have been completed and the drainage system has been commissioned for use

4. Complete work

4.1 Clean work area and dispose of debris and waste

4.2 Clean and maintain tools and equipment

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

complete a range of rectification works

identify a range of drainage system issues relevant to their industry, including surface and sub-surface issues

inspect the site to determine access to drainage system

plan and prepare for the work

test the system and clean up after rectifying the identified issues

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of drainage system troubleshooting

components used in drainage systems

environmental impacts of drainage systems

isolation processes and procedures

types and operational parameters of drainage systems

types of drainage systems common to their industry and their possible issues

work plans and processes

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify drainage system issues and develop plans to rectify them 
Locate the affected section of drainage system 
Determine work requirements and responsibility for repair 
Select materials, tools, equipment and machinery 
Carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery 
Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement controls 
Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment 
Access plan of drainage system and locate access points 
Carry out digging without unnecessary damage to buildings, site, environment or existing fixtures and fittings 
Use safe manual lifting and handling techniques 
Access drainage system and rectify identified issue 
Test drainage system to confirm issue has been rectified 
Repair or reseal drainage system to permit normal use 
Advise relevant personnel that repairs have been completed and the drainage system has been commissioned for use 
Clean work area and dispose of debris and waste 
Clean and maintain tools and equipment 

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