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CPCPFS3046A
Test the integrity of water-based fire protection systems using pressure

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency supports the work of fire protection industry personnel responsible for pressure testing water-based fire protection systems.

Site location for work may be commercial, industrial or residential, and may be a new work site or an existing structure being renovated, extended, restored or maintained.

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to perform air or water pressure testing on fire safety sprinkler and hydrant systems to establish the integrity of the water-based system or to identify and rectify leaks.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

CPCPCM2043A

Carry out WHS requirements


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

This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment providing that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate plumbing and services workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.

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

A person should demonstrate the ability to:

locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and specifications to test the integrity of water-based fire protection systems using pressure

apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including the use of personal protective clothing and equipment

as a minimum, given both a fire sprinkler system and a fire hydrant system, the ability to conduct an air pressure test on one and a water pressure test on the other to achieve design and performance specifications of each system, ensuring:

application of sustainability principles and concepts

identification of requirements, design and details of the systems

selection and use of appropriate processes, tools and equipment

isolation and draining down of system and repair of leaks

completion of work to specification

compliance with regulations, standards and organisational quality procedures and processes

effective communication with others

safe work practices.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of this unit:

must be in the context of the work environment

may be conducted in an off-site context, provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills

must meet relevant compliance requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

an induction procedure

realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the minimum task requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

safety data sheets, job safety analyses and safe work method statements

research resources, including industry-related systems information.

Method of assessment

Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using one or more of the following methods:

direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions

questioning to confirm the ability to identify and interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application.

Guidance information for assessment

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, and share information

follow and give instructions

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand signals

numeracy skills to apply measurements and calculations

planning and organisational skills to:

plan and sequence tasks with others

plan and set out work

problem-solving skills to:

determine safe draining down methods

identify and report faults in tools, equipment or materials to appropriate personnel

reading skills to interpret drawings and specifications

teamwork skills to work with others to action tasks

technical skills to use tools and equipment required to test the integrity of water-based fire protection systems using pressure

technology skills to:

access site-specific instructions in a variety of media

test fire protection systems for pressure, using air and water as testing media

use mobile communication technology

writing skills to:

record test results

complete checklists and forms

Required knowledge

components and operation of fire sprinkler systems and fire hydrant systems

functions and operation of a range of taps and valves

properties and characteristics of water pressure and flow rates

relevant statutory and authority requirements relating to testing fire protection systems for pressure

requirements of job safety analyses (JSA) and safe work method statements (SWMS)

SI system of measurement

test procedures for sprinkler and hydrant systems

workplace and equipment safety requirements that apply to the use of pressure testing equipment

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.

Work health and safety requirements must comply with commonwealth, state and territory legislation and regulations, and may include:

handling of materials

hazard control

personal protective clothing and equipment prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices

safe operating procedures, including recognising and preventing hazards associated with:

electricity

hazardous materials and substances

service lines

surrounding structures and facilities

trip hazards

use of tools and equipment

work site visitors and the public

working at heights

working in proximity to others

use of first aid equipment

use of pressure-testing equipment

workplace environmental health and safety.

Environmental requirements:

cover water quality management

may include:

clean-up protection

stormwater protection

waste management.

Quality assurance requirements may include:

Australian standards

Environment Protection Authority (EPA) requirements

internal company quality assurance policy and risk management strategy

International Standards Organisation (ISO) standards

site safety plans

workplace operations and procedures.

Tools and equipment may include:

elevated work platforms (EWPs)

fall protection devices

hand and power tools

ladders

scaffolds

testing equipment.

Sustainability principles and concepts:

cover the future social, economic and environmental use of resources

may include efficient:

energy use

use and recycling of materials

water use, harvesting and disposal.

Types and locations of tests are to be determined according to the type of system and the requirements of:

manufacturer

Australian standards

regulatory authority.

Isolation and draining down must include:

identifying the correct system

isolating:

alarm initiating devices

alarm signalling equipment

control and indicating equipment (CIE)

emergency warning system

water supply

operating the main drain valve

identifying and operating low drain point valves, if present

checking system for residual water pressure

applying drain-down water management techniques to prevent water damage.

Statutory and regulatory authorities may include:

state or territory statutory authority

statutory plumbing authority.

Information may include:

charts, drawings and sketches

instructions issued by authorised organisational or external personnel

memos

organisation’s work requirements

regulatory and legislative requirements, particularly those relating to:

building codes

WHS and environmental requirements

plumbing regulations

relevant Australian standards

safe work procedures relating to the use of pressure testing equipment for ensuring the integrity of fire protection systems

safety data sheets (SDS)

signage

verbal, written and graphical instructions, including manufacturer specifications and instructions where specified

work bulletins

work schedules, plans and specifications.

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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
Approved plans and specifications are obtained from relevant authority. 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements associated with testing fire protection systems for pressure, and workplace environmental requirements, are identified and applied to planning. 
Quality assurance requirements are identified according to workplace requirements. 
Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work. 
Tools, equipment and materials for testing fire protection systems for pressure, including personal protective equipment, are selected and checked for serviceability. 
Work area is prepared to support efficient pressure testing of fire protection systems. 
Sustainability principles and concepts are observed when preparing for and undertaking work process. 

Forms

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