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.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. | Prepare for routine maintenance. | 1.1. | Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed. |
| 1.2. | Swimming pool or spa to be serviced is identified. |
| 1.3. | Maintenance requirements of swimming pool or spa are identified. |
| | 1.4. | Required tools, materials and equipment are selected and checked for correct operation and safety. |
| | 1.5. | Potential and existing risks and hazards in the work area are identified and controlled in line with work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements. |
2. | Carry out routine maintenance. | 2.1. | Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used. |
2.2. | Swimming pool or spa and environs are inspected and assessed for operational effectiveness against normal operating criteria. |
2.3. | Routine servicing of swimming pool or spa is carried out. |
2.4. | Faults are identified and routine repairs undertaken. |
2.5. | Complex faults and repair requirements are reported to supervisor. |
3. | Complete maintenance activities. | 3.1. | Serviced swimming pool or spa is reinstated to operational condition. |
3.2. | Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored. |
3.3. | Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa, and environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement. |
3.4. | Information is provided to client on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation. |
3.5. | Work completion documentation is prepared and securely maintained. |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.
The person must also safely demonstrate the routine maintenance of one swimming pool and one spa.
In doing the above, the person must:
locate, interpret and apply information, standards and specifications relating to the maintenance of swimming pools and spas
apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including using personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing
carry out the maintenance activities on pool or spa environs, including identifying faults and undertaking routine repairs in line with manufacturer instructions and client and enterprise requirements
report complex faults and repair requirements to supervisor
restore work area to original condition and check swimming pool or spa and environs for safety hazards
ensure that waste is disposed of and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored in line with work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements.
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission product safety guidelines
commonwealth, state or territory legislation, and local government regulations, Australian standards, and codes of practice impacting on the routine maintenance of swimming pools and spas relating to:
electrical and plumbing regulations controlling conduct of electrical and plumbing work
private and public swimming pools and spas
swimming pool and spa safety barriers
WHS
differences between hot and cold water chemistry
swimming pool and spa routine maintenance:
purpose
common faults in pools and spas
hazards
routine maintenance procedures:
barriers
brushing
pumps
reporting
routine repairs
tile cleaning
vacuuming
water balancing
water quality
water testing
technician duty of care.
The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:
equipment:
PPE
water-testing equipment and materials
materials:
swimming pool and spa
swimming pool and spa chemicals used in routine maintenance
specifications:
work instructions for routine maintenance of swimming pools and spas
physical conditions:
assessment activities are performed in the context of routinely maintaining a domestic, commercial or public swimming pool and spa.
Assessment activities are performed on an individual basis under general supervision.
Assessor requirements
As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.