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CPPFES2029A
Conduct functional tests on fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency supports fire protection technicians responsible for functional testing of electrical fire protection systems.

Individuals operate within the scope of their defined roles and responsibilities and perform the functional tests as part of their work duties and according to work procedures and Australian standards to verify that equipment functions as intended.

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to complete routine yearly inspect, test and preventive maintenance procedures to verify that fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices are functioning as intended.

The unit involves working safely, isolating plant and interfaces, conducting compliance tests, visually inspecting, identifying non-compliance defects, fulfilling mandatory reporting requirements and resetting fire control and indicating equipment (CIE).

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

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

This unit of competency could be assessed by observation of practical demonstration of inspection, test and preventive maintenance of fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices according to the yearly schedule frequency specified in the relevant Australian standard.

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 the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.

In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to conduct inspection, testing and preventive maintenance for the yearly schedule according to the current Australian standard on the following systems:

fire detection and alarm systems that consist of both conventional and addressable devices installed to AS 1670.1 Fire detection, warning, control and intercom systems – System design, installation and commissioning – Fire

warning sound and intercom system for emergency purposes installed to comply with:

AS 1670.4 Fire detection, warning, control and intercom systems – System design, installation and commissioning – Sound systems and intercom systems for emergency purposes

AS 2220 Rules for emergency warning and intercommunication systems for buildings.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context. It is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

assessment documentation

necessary tools, equipment, manuals and relevant documentation

operational fire detection, warning and intercommunication systems

test equipment

training and assessment record book.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Property 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.

Guidance information for assessment

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.

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example:

CPPFES2047A Inspect and test control and indicating equipment.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

effective customer service skills

language, literacy and numeracy skills to:

communicate with others clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing

read and comply with work instructions and specifications

read and record measurements

read fire system installation drawings

record and report information neatly and legibly

planning and organising skills to:

estimate time to complete activities

prioritise tasks

interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social and cultural backgrounds

skills to work safely when:

applying workplace housekeeping procedures

using hand and power tools

technical skills to:

check that spacing of detectors is compliant with the relevant design standard

identify:

fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices

unsuitable environments for different types of detectors to avoid false alarms

operate valves, switches and levers to test system operation

perform yearly survey according to AS 1851 Maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment

select tools, equipment and materials for conducting yearly inspect and test procedures on fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices according to AS 1851 Maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment

Required knowledge

awareness of on-site work permit requirements

basic operation and purpose of fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices

common controls and indicators on CIE

environmental conditions that cause fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices to create false alarms or fail to operate

key features of legislation, regulations and codes applicable to inspecting, testing and preventive maintenance, including:

implications of not applying legislative requirements to job functions

safety requirements for:

handling, storage, disposal and connection requirements for batteries used in CIEs

using tools, equipment and materials

types of electrical safeguards used to protect persons and property

key functional differences between conventional and addressable fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices

location requirements for fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices

methodology used to conduct inspecting, testing and preventive maintenance on fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices

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.

Legislative and industry requirements may include:

dangerous goods regulations

licensing arrangements

environmental regulations

OHS legislation, regulations and codes

relevant commonwealth and state or territory building Acts, regulations and codes, such as Building Code of Australia (BCA)

relevant Australian standards, such as:

AS 1670.4 Fire detection, warning, control and intercom systems – System design, installation and commissioning – Sound systems and intercom systems for emergency purposes

AS 1851 Maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment

AS 2220 Rules for emergency warning and intercommunication systems for buildings

note: Australian standards are frequently revised and users must always check for currency and amendments

other relevant legislation relating to fire protection equipment, including:

international shipping codes

marine codes for different Australian States

requirements of Australian petroleum industry.

Organisational requirements may be located in quality assurance and procedures manuals relating to:

customer-specific contractual requirements

documentation and information systems and processes

legal and organisational policies and guidelines, including personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles, responsibilities and delegations

legislation relevant to service operation

use of electronic job scheduling and communication devices.

Checking for compliance may include:

undertaking commissioning tests detailed in Australian standards and manufacturers’ documentation to verify performance of an installed, repaired or altered piece of equipment or system

applying inspection, test and survey requirements to equipment or systems to determine that they are:

capable of operating as originally installed

still suitable for the fire hazard or risk being protected as no change in occupancy or use of the area protected has occurred since the equipment or system was last modified or installed

providing the coverage and protection needed to meet original design and performance requirements

reviewing documentation to verify that installed systems comply with legislative and industry requirements, such as:

building’s essential services or fire safety measures listing

relevant commonwealth and state or territory building Acts, regulations and codes, such as BCA

relevant Australian standards listed on essential service listing.

Action may include:

advising customer

documenting non-compliance

making equipment safe

reporting, as required.

Fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices may include:

fire detection activating devices, such as:

smoke and heat alarms

point-type heat and smoke detectors

linear heat and smoke detectors

aspirating smoke detectors

flame detectors

carbon monoxide detectors

manual call points

intercommunication devices, such as:

remote public address (PA) system microphones

warden intercommunication points, such as telephones

warning activating devices, such as:

visual warning devices

load speakers

sounders

bells.

System interfaces may include:

devices that operate signals between the CIE and other services, such as:

building monitoring services

fire brigade monitoring services

other life safety systems, such as:

warning systems

suppression systems

components, such as:

contactors

deactivation switches

disconnection of wiring by an electrical plug arrangement

isolation switches

relays

solenoid valves.

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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
Legislative and industry requirements are interpreted, confirmed and applied to organisational requirements. 
Location and equipment are checked for compliance with legislative and industry requirements and actionis taken according to organisational requirements. 
Preparations are made for conducting functional inspection and testing according to organisational requirements. 

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