Assessor Resource

CPCPPS5015B
Inspect plumbing and drainage systems

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency supports development of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in a consultancy or supervisory capacity in relation to plumbing services and hydraulics.

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct inspections of hydraulic systems for a range of residential, commercial and industrial buildings to ensure compliance with Australian and New Zealand standards and local authority and operational performance requirements.

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Prerequisites

Nil


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 who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:

specifying local authority inspection requirements for hydraulic systems according to legislation and standards

developing administrative procedures for inspection projects

implementing dispute-resolution techniques

conducting compliance inspections

taking relevant measurements and sketching on-site as-constructed plans

implementing testing procedures

preparing inspection reports

detailing breaches to regulations or standards

maintaining an inspection diary.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

an induction procedure and requirement

realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the minimum task requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions, including design brief drawings, specifications, codes, design concepts and construction schedules

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices, including computers, software and calculators

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

material safety data sheets

research resources, including industry-related systems information.

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.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's demonstrated ability and applied knowledge

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence.

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.

Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

establish communication channels

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

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

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

literacy skills to:

develop administrative procedures and checklists

issue infringement notices

maintain records

prepare inspection reports

read and interpret:

documentation from a variety of sources

manufacturer manuals and regulations

plans, specifications and drawings

record inspection and testing results

numeracy skills to apply measurements and calculations

planning and organising skills to plan and set out work

technical skills to inspect hydraulic systems for a range of residential, commercial and industrial buildings to ensure compliance with Australian and New Zealand standards and local authority and operational performance requirements

Required knowledge

common terminology and definitions used in the design of plumbing and drainage systems

nature of materials used and effects of performance under various conditions

principles of technology used in the design of plumbing and drainage systems

requirements of state regulatory authorities, Australian standards and manufacturer specifications, including hazards identified in relation to devices and systems used

workplace safety requirements, including relevant statutory regulations, codes and standards

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.

Hydraulic systems include:

fire services

gas services

mechanical services

sanitary plumbing and drainage

stormwater drainage

trade waste

water supply.

Approved materials are identified from Australian and New Zealand standards and include:

fittings

fixtures

pipes.

Administrative procedures must include:

file management

inspection allocation

inspection records

logging inspections.

Inspection projects include:

hydraulic consultant

local authority

plumbing supervisor.

Inspection checklists:

include:

approved installation methods

authorised materials

project section

comply with:

Australian and New Zealand standards

distances

limitations

National Construction Code

other regulatory requirements.

Sustainability principles and concepts:

cover the social, economic and environmental use of resources to meet current and future needs

may include:

selecting appropriate components and material

choosing efficient products

using material efficiently

storing and disposing of hazardous material to ensure minimal environmental impact.

As-constructed plans include layout of:

fire services pipework

gas pipework

mechanical services pipework

sanitary plumbing and drainage pipework

stormwater pipework

trade waste drainage systems

water supply pipework.

Dispute-resolution techniques include:

active listening techniques

non-threatening body language

power neutral relationships

other recognised dispute avoidance and resolution techniques.

Testing procedures include:

air pressure tests

compliance checklist

gas leak detection

hydrostatic tests

mirror tests

quality assurance (QA) audit

sound testing.

Inspection reports include:

defect

inspection

performance

quality assurance.

Enforcement action includes:

fines

legal action

notification to plumbing licensing body

penalties.

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
Local authority inspection requirements for hydraulic systems are specified according to legislation and standards. 
Approved materialsare specified for different applications. 
Installation requirements are specified in compliance with manufacturer manuals and regulatory requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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