Assessor Resource

AHCIRG212A
Assist with sprinkler irrigation operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This Unit applies to working under supervision, within enterprise guidelines.

This Unit covers the process of assisting with the operation of sprinkler irrigation systems under routine supervision and defines the standard required to: identify the purpose of irrigation system components; monitor irrigation times and plant response; start up and shut down irrigation systems; store and maintain equipment; and regulate a sprinkler irrigation system to achieve and maintain correct operating pressures and water flows.

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Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This Unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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:

identify the purpose of irrigation system components

monitor irrigation times and plant response

start up and shut down irrigation systems

store and maintain equipment

regulate a sprinkler irrigation system to achieve and maintain correct operating pressures and water flows.

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.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills include:

Ability to:

prepare materials, tools and equipment for sprinkler irrigation work

handle materials and equipment

carry out sprinkler irrigation operating tasks as directed

follow directions to operate pumps, filters and valves

observe for leaks and faulty sprinklers

carry out basic maintenance tasks

use tools and equipment

report faults

record and report maintenance activities

clean up on completion of work

follow safe work procedures.

Required knowledge includes:

Knowledge of:

purpose and principles of sprinkler irrigation

identification, characteristics and operation of replaceable components of sprinkler irrigation systems

sprinkler spacing and coverage

sprinkler volume and pressure

use of simple irrigation controllers

system malfunctions and their likely causes

environmental impacts of irrigation, using water from any ground or underground source.

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.

Sprinkler irrigation systems may include:

systems that use spray or rotor type sprinklers to distribute irrigation water at higher volume including pop-up sprinklers, fixed, and movable sprinklers (e.g. K Line and Ezy Shift).

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Irrigation equipment is handled safely in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) practices 
Irrigation equipment is positioned, if necessary, in accordance with enterprise requirements 
Irrigation components are checked and action taken, as required, in accordance with enterprise policy and procedures 
Irrigation system components are assembled and joined where required 
Water outlets are checked in accordance with enterprise practices 
Valves are opened and shut, as necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures 
Required pressures and water flows are achieved and maintained to ensure sufficient water availability 
Equipment is relocated, if necessary, in accordance with enterprise procedures and OHS guidelines 
Soil moisture levels are assessed to determine watering requirement 
Environmental hazards from surface irrigation are identified and reported where necessary 
Plant moisture requirements and signs of stress are established 
Plant growth and condition is monitored to indicate over or under watering 
Inadequate plant response to watering is recorded and reported 
Start-up sequence is followed 
System components are shut down in sequence 
System is drained 
Irrigation activity is recorded 
Sprinklers are checked for serviceability and output 
Delivery components are maintained 
Water supply and pumping system is checked periodically 
 
Equipment is cleaned and prepared for storage, as necessary, in accordance with enterprise policy and procedures. 
Equipment is loaded for transport safely, if necessary, in accordance with OHS procedures 
Equipment is stored, as required, in accordance with enterprise policy and procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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