Assessor Resource

CPPSPS4003
Install, service and repair swimming pool and spa dosing systems

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install, service and repair swimming pool and spa dosing systems. It includes preparing for work; installing, testing and servicing swimming pool or spa dosing systems; troubleshooting faults in the systems; and completing service, repair and installation activities.

The unit supports the work of those engaged in installing, servicing and repairing domestic, commercial and public swimming pools and spas. It applies to swimming pool and spa technicians.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.

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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.

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 work.

1.1.

Applicable provisions of Australian standards, and legislative, manufacturer and enterprise requirements are identified and followed.

1.2.

Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed.

1.3.

Swimming pool or spa dosing system to be installed, serviced or repaired is identified.

1.4.

Installation, service and/or repair requirements of swimming pool or spa dosing system are confirmed.

1.5.

Required tools, materials and equipment are selected and checked for correct operation and safety.

1.6.

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.

1.7.

Sustainability principles and the selection and use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) are applied to work preparation and application.

2.

Install and test swimming pool or spa dosing system and components.

2.1.

System or component is installed in line with relevant Australian standards, and manufacturer, client and enterprise requirements.

2.2.

Installation work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel.

2.3.

System or component is commissioned.

3.

Service swimming pool or spa dosing system.

3.1.

Service and maintenance requirements are identified from manufacturer specifications.

3.2.

Replacement components are checked and fitted in line with manufacturer specifications.

3.3.

System is serviced in line with manufacturer instructions.

4.

Troubleshoot faults in swimming pool or spa dosing system.

4.1.

Logical processes, including the application of basic principles, system knowledge and experience, are used in conjunction with technical manuals to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting of faults.

4.2.

Defects are located and causes of defects are identified and recorded in maintenance documentation, including where required, any other systems disturbed.

4.3.

Specialist advice is obtained, where required and available, to assist with the troubleshooting process.

4.4.

Components are repaired or replaced in line with manufacturer instructions.

4.5.

Repair work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required.

4.6.

Appropriate personnel are sourced to undertake repairs or replacement activities that are outside scope of own expertise, require specialist skills or equipment, or must be performed by licensed personnel.

4.7.

Fault finding and repair or replacement activities are carried out using sustainability practices and without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to equipment and the surrounding environment or services.

4.8.

Swimming pool or spa dosing system is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications.

5.

Complete installation, repair and service activities.

5.1.

Swimming pool or spa dosing system is installed or reinstated to operational condition in line with work instructions.

5.2.

Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored.

5.3.

Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa and environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement.

5.4.

Notification of work completion is made in line with enterprise procedures.

5.5.

Information is provided to clients on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation.

5.6.

Relevant documentation is completed 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 demonstrate safe procedures when working with swimming pool and spa dosing systems, including:

installing one dosing system

servicing one dosing system

repairing one dosing system.

In doing the above, the person must:

interpret work instructions

select and use personal protective equipment (PPE)

install and test swimming pool or spa dosing system, excluding gas systems, in line with client and enterprise requirements

troubleshoot routine and complex faults in swimming pool or spa dosing system

complete installation, repair and service activities.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission product safety guidelines

bromine:

hazards

methods of providing hypobromous acid

properties

chlorine:

hazards

levels

properties

smell

testing

uses and effectiveness of unstabilised chorine

chlorine chemistry:

combined chlorine

free chlorine

hypochlorous acid

chlorination:

benefits

levels

techniques

commonwealth, state or territory legislation, and local government regulations, Australian standards, and codes of practice impacting on the installation, service and repair of swimming pool and spa dosing systems relating to:

dangerous goods

electrical and plumbing regulations controlling conduct of electrical and plumbing work

environmental protection

environmental health

work health and safety (WHS)

private and public swimming pools and spas

waste disposal

electrical safety principles

safe chemical-handling principles

swimming pool and spa dosing system:

purpose of system

basic operating principles

common faults

components

electrically interlocking chemical feeder and pool pump systems:

procedure

purpose

maintenance procedures

operating principles

types, operation, installation, commissioning and servicing of dosing systems:

chlorine gas feeders

dosing control systems

erosion feeders or flow-through chemical feed systems, including pressure differential feeders, pressure erosion dry chemical feeders, pressure to vacuum feeders and spray erosion dry chemical feeders

gas feed systems

ionisers

liquid solution feeders

ozone systems

salt water pool chlorinators: brine method and in-line

ultraviolet (UV) systems

water testing:

equipment

parameters

techniques

test results.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

PPE

materials:

swimming pool and spa dosing system components and fittings

technical manuals for swimming pool and spa dosing systems

physical conditions:

assessment activities are performed in the context of performing installation, repair and maintenance activities on a domestic, commercial or public swimming pool or 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.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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 work.

1.1.

Applicable provisions of Australian standards, and legislative, manufacturer and enterprise requirements are identified and followed.

1.2.

Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed.

1.3.

Swimming pool or spa dosing system to be installed, serviced or repaired is identified.

1.4.

Installation, service and/or repair requirements of swimming pool or spa dosing system are confirmed.

1.5.

Required tools, materials and equipment are selected and checked for correct operation and safety.

1.6.

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.

1.7.

Sustainability principles and the selection and use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) are applied to work preparation and application.

2.

Install and test swimming pool or spa dosing system and components.

2.1.

System or component is installed in line with relevant Australian standards, and manufacturer, client and enterprise requirements.

2.2.

Installation work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel.

2.3.

System or component is commissioned.

3.

Service swimming pool or spa dosing system.

3.1.

Service and maintenance requirements are identified from manufacturer specifications.

3.2.

Replacement components are checked and fitted in line with manufacturer specifications.

3.3.

System is serviced in line with manufacturer instructions.

4.

Troubleshoot faults in swimming pool or spa dosing system.

4.1.

Logical processes, including the application of basic principles, system knowledge and experience, are used in conjunction with technical manuals to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting of faults.

4.2.

Defects are located and causes of defects are identified and recorded in maintenance documentation, including where required, any other systems disturbed.

4.3.

Specialist advice is obtained, where required and available, to assist with the troubleshooting process.

4.4.

Components are repaired or replaced in line with manufacturer instructions.

4.5.

Repair work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required.

4.6.

Appropriate personnel are sourced to undertake repairs or replacement activities that are outside scope of own expertise, require specialist skills or equipment, or must be performed by licensed personnel.

4.7.

Fault finding and repair or replacement activities are carried out using sustainability practices and without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to equipment and the surrounding environment or services.

4.8.

Swimming pool or spa dosing system is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications.

5.

Complete installation, repair and service activities.

5.1.

Swimming pool or spa dosing system is installed or reinstated to operational condition in line with work instructions.

5.2.

Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored.

5.3.

Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa and environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement.

5.4.

Notification of work completion is made in line with enterprise procedures.

5.5.

Information is provided to clients on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation.

5.6.

Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Swimming pool and spa dosing system must include at least four of the following:

dosing control systems

erosion feeders or flow-through chemical feed systems

gas feed systems

ionisers

liquid solution feeders:

diaphragm and piston pumps

peristaltic pumps

ozone systems

salt water pool chlorinators

ultraviolet (UV) systems.

Service and maintenance requirements must include:

adjustments

cleaning

confirming operation of system

identifying worn parts

inspecting

lubricating

programming automated systems

replacing consumable or worn parts

routine repairs

testing.

Troubleshooting must include:

identifying standard faults using relevant manuals and specifications as required

identifying from first principles faults beyond available maintenance data for swimming pool and spa dosing system

fault finding during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance activities

individual activities or troubleshooting tasks performed during the supervision of other personnel.

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 demonstrate safe procedures when working with swimming pool and spa dosing systems, including:

installing one dosing system

servicing one dosing system

repairing one dosing system.

In doing the above, the person must:

interpret work instructions

select and use personal protective equipment (PPE)

install and test swimming pool or spa dosing system, excluding gas systems, in line with client and enterprise requirements

troubleshoot routine and complex faults in swimming pool or spa dosing system

complete installation, repair and service activities.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission product safety guidelines

bromine:

hazards

methods of providing hypobromous acid

properties

chlorine:

hazards

levels

properties

smell

testing

uses and effectiveness of unstabilised chorine

chlorine chemistry:

combined chlorine

free chlorine

hypochlorous acid

chlorination:

benefits

levels

techniques

commonwealth, state or territory legislation, and local government regulations, Australian standards, and codes of practice impacting on the installation, service and repair of swimming pool and spa dosing systems relating to:

dangerous goods

electrical and plumbing regulations controlling conduct of electrical and plumbing work

environmental protection

environmental health

work health and safety (WHS)

private and public swimming pools and spas

waste disposal

electrical safety principles

safe chemical-handling principles

swimming pool and spa dosing system:

purpose of system

basic operating principles

common faults

components

electrically interlocking chemical feeder and pool pump systems:

procedure

purpose

maintenance procedures

operating principles

types, operation, installation, commissioning and servicing of dosing systems:

chlorine gas feeders

dosing control systems

erosion feeders or flow-through chemical feed systems, including pressure differential feeders, pressure erosion dry chemical feeders, pressure to vacuum feeders and spray erosion dry chemical feeders

gas feed systems

ionisers

liquid solution feeders

ozone systems

salt water pool chlorinators: brine method and in-line

ultraviolet (UV) systems

water testing:

equipment

parameters

techniques

test results.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

PPE

materials:

swimming pool and spa dosing system components and fittings

technical manuals for swimming pool and spa dosing systems

physical conditions:

assessment activities are performed in the context of performing installation, repair and maintenance activities on a domestic, commercial or public swimming pool or 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.

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
Applicable provisions of Australian standards, and legislative, manufacturer and enterprise requirements are identified and followed. 
Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed. 
Swimming pool or spa dosing system to be installed, serviced or repaired is identified. 
Installation, service and/or repair requirements of swimming pool or spa dosing system are confirmed. 
Required tools, materials and equipment are selected and checked for correct operation and safety. 
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. 
Sustainability principles and the selection and use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) are applied to work preparation and application. 
System or component is installed in line with relevant Australian standards, and manufacturer, client and enterprise requirements. 
Installation work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel. 
System or component is commissioned. 
Service and maintenance requirements are identified from manufacturer specifications. 
Replacement components are checked and fitted in line with manufacturer specifications. 
System is serviced in line with manufacturer instructions. 
Logical processes, including the application of basic principles, system knowledge and experience, are used in conjunction with technical manuals to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting of faults. 
Defects are located and causes of defects are identified and recorded in maintenance documentation, including where required, any other systems disturbed. 
Specialist advice is obtained, where required and available, to assist with the troubleshooting process. 
Components are repaired or replaced in line with manufacturer instructions. 
Repair work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required. 
Appropriate personnel are sourced to undertake repairs or replacement activities that are outside scope of own expertise, require specialist skills or equipment, or must be performed by licensed personnel. 
Fault finding and repair or replacement activities are carried out using sustainability practices and without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to equipment and the surrounding environment or services. 
Swimming pool or spa dosing system is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications. 
Swimming pool or spa dosing system is installed or reinstated to operational condition in line with work instructions. 
Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored. 
Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa and environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement. 
Notification of work completion is made in line with enterprise procedures. 
Information is provided to clients on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation. 
Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained. 

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