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AHCIRG217
Assist with pressurised irrigation operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to assist installing, operating and maintaining pressurised irrigation systems. These systems use sprinklers and generally use glued PVC pipe.

This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.

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 Confirm work instructions with supervisor

1.2 Select appropriate materials, tools, equipment and machinery

1.3 Select personal protective equipment and clothing and ensure correct fit

1.4 Identify manual handling and other work health and safety hazards

1.5 Identify the site for installation of the irrigation system

2. Install irrigation components

2.1 Prepare the site for installation works

2.2 Lay irrigation components out

2.3 Dig or tidy trenches where required

2.4 Add or insert system components

2.5 Position and secure lines

2.6 Assist with fitting pumps and valves

3. Complete installation activities

3.1 Check the irrigation system for leaks or blockages

3.2 Identify and report problems and anomalies

3.3 Clean and store equipment, tools and materials

3.4 Collect waste and dispose of or recycle

3.5 Record workplace information in the appropriate format

4. Carry out start up and shutdown procedures as directed

4.1 Follow start-up sequence

4.2 Shut down system components in sequence

4.3 Drain system

4.4 Record irrigation activity

5. Assist with system maintenance

5.1 Check sprinklers for serviceability and output

5.2 Maintain delivery components

5.3 Check water supply and pumping system periodically, where required

5.4 Keep maintenance records up to date

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:

assemble and join irrigation system components

carry out basic maintenance tasks

carry out irrigation operating tasks

complete installation work

fix identified faults

follow directions to operate pumps, filters and valves

look for leaks and faulty sprinklers

prepare materials, tools and equipment

recognise and report faults

undertake site preparation tasks as directed

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of pressurised irrigation systems

characteristics and operation of replaceable components of sprinkler irrigation systems

environmental impacts of irrigation from ground or underground source

installation techniques and procedures

irrigation controllers

irrigation pipes, types and sizes

irrigation times to deliver sufficient volume without over watering

operation of pressurised irrigation system

set out procedures

signs of stress in plants as well as the signs of over and under watering

sprinkler irrigation components and their function

sprinkler spacing, coverage and pressure

system malfunctions and their likely causes

types of sprinklers

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 Confirm work instructions with supervisor

1.2 Select appropriate materials, tools, equipment and machinery

1.3 Select personal protective equipment and clothing and ensure correct fit

1.4 Identify manual handling and other work health and safety hazards

1.5 Identify the site for installation of the irrigation system

2. Install irrigation components

2.1 Prepare the site for installation works

2.2 Lay irrigation components out

2.3 Dig or tidy trenches where required

2.4 Add or insert system components

2.5 Position and secure lines

2.6 Assist with fitting pumps and valves

3. Complete installation activities

3.1 Check the irrigation system for leaks or blockages

3.2 Identify and report problems and anomalies

3.3 Clean and store equipment, tools and materials

3.4 Collect waste and dispose of or recycle

3.5 Record workplace information in the appropriate format

4. Carry out start up and shutdown procedures as directed

4.1 Follow start-up sequence

4.2 Shut down system components in sequence

4.3 Drain system

4.4 Record irrigation activity

5. Assist with system maintenance

5.1 Check sprinklers for serviceability and output

5.2 Maintain delivery components

5.3 Check water supply and pumping system periodically, where required

5.4 Keep maintenance records up to date

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:

assemble and join irrigation system components

carry out basic maintenance tasks

carry out irrigation operating tasks

complete installation work

fix identified faults

follow directions to operate pumps, filters and valves

look for leaks and faulty sprinklers

prepare materials, tools and equipment

recognise and report faults

undertake site preparation tasks as directed

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

principles and practices of pressurised irrigation systems

characteristics and operation of replaceable components of sprinkler irrigation systems

environmental impacts of irrigation from ground or underground source

installation techniques and procedures

irrigation controllers

irrigation pipes, types and sizes

irrigation times to deliver sufficient volume without over watering

operation of pressurised irrigation system

set out procedures

signs of stress in plants as well as the signs of over and under watering

sprinkler irrigation components and their function

sprinkler spacing, coverage and pressure

system malfunctions and their likely causes

types of sprinklers

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
Confirm work instructions with supervisor 
Select appropriate materials, tools, equipment and machinery 
Select personal protective equipment and clothing and ensure correct fit 
Identify manual handling and other work health and safety hazards 
Identify the site for installation of the irrigation system 
Prepare the site for installation works 
Lay irrigation components out 
Dig or tidy trenches where required 
Add or insert system components 
Position and secure lines 
Assist with fitting pumps and valves 
Check the irrigation system for leaks or blockages 
Identify and report problems and anomalies 
Clean and store equipment, tools and materials 
Collect waste and dispose of or recycle 
Record workplace information in the appropriate format 
Follow start-up sequence 
Shut down system components in sequence 
Drain system 
Record irrigation activity 
Check sprinklers for serviceability and output 
Maintain delivery components 
Check water supply and pumping system periodically, where required 
Keep maintenance records up to date 

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