Assessor Resource

HLTPOP003
Monitor and maintain water supply

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify the basic way in which water supply systems function and the strategies needed to maintain water supply systems in the community.

This unit applies to work in a public health context and workers at this level will work under supervision within defined guidelines.

Plumbing work must only be performed by a person authorised by registration or licence granted by the relevant State or Territory regulatory authority under legislation.

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria specify the level of performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Identify potential problems and faults with water supply systems in the community

1.1 Identify components of the water supply system in the community

1.2 Check for signs of contamination and identify potential problems that can occur with water supply systems and household plumbing and fixtures

2. Monitor and maintain the water supply system

2.1 Identify strategies required to prevent the transmission of disease through the water supply

2.2 Develop and implement a work plan in conjunction with supervisor

2.3 Report any difficulties or problems to supervisor in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.4 Refer any problems or difficulties that are outside own area of responsibility or expertise to relevant people or agencies

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

identified at least 2 potential health risks, faults or problems associated with household plumbing design and fixtures and developed and implemented a work plan that includes strategies to deal with each issue.

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

legal and organisation requirements relating to water supply work, including:

organisation standards, policies and procedures, including:

infection control

manual handling

personal protective equipment

immunisation requirements and/or recommendations

scope of own role and responsibilities

approvals required and process of obtaining approvals

referral agencies and procedures

water and sewerage plans for the community where available

various sources of water, including:

bore water

surface water

spring water

rock catchments

soaks

dams

rain water tanks

how water is accessed in the community

household plumbing design and fixtures and the way in which water supply enters the house or building along internal plumbing and pipes to taps and appliances

how to monitor water supply and common water supply contaminants

signs, causes and prevention of water contamination

common faults, risks and problems associated with household plumbing and water supply systems and how to identify them.

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

workplace health and safety (WHS) procedures

personal protective equipment

organisation guidelines and procedures

suitable work area, equipment and materials

modelling of industry operating conditions.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria specify the level of performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Identify potential problems and faults with water supply systems in the community

1.1 Identify components of the water supply system in the community

1.2 Check for signs of contamination and identify potential problems that can occur with water supply systems and household plumbing and fixtures

2. Monitor and maintain the water supply system

2.1 Identify strategies required to prevent the transmission of disease through the water supply

2.2 Develop and implement a work plan in conjunction with supervisor

2.3 Report any difficulties or problems to supervisor in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.4 Refer any problems or difficulties that are outside own area of responsibility or expertise to relevant people or agencies

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

identified at least 2 potential health risks, faults or problems associated with household plumbing design and fixtures and developed and implemented a work plan that includes strategies to deal with each issue.

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

legal and organisation requirements relating to water supply work, including:

organisation standards, policies and procedures, including:

infection control

manual handling

personal protective equipment

immunisation requirements and/or recommendations

scope of own role and responsibilities

approvals required and process of obtaining approvals

referral agencies and procedures

water and sewerage plans for the community where available

various sources of water, including:

bore water

surface water

spring water

rock catchments

soaks

dams

rain water tanks

how water is accessed in the community

household plumbing design and fixtures and the way in which water supply enters the house or building along internal plumbing and pipes to taps and appliances

how to monitor water supply and common water supply contaminants

signs, causes and prevention of water contamination

common faults, risks and problems associated with household plumbing and water supply systems and how to identify them.

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

workplace health and safety (WHS) procedures

personal protective equipment

organisation guidelines and procedures

suitable work area, equipment and materials

modelling of industry operating conditions.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
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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
 
Identify components of the water supply system in the community 
Check for signs of contamination and identify potential problems that can occur with water supply systems and household plumbing and fixtures 
Identify strategies required to prevent the transmission of disease through the water supply 
Develop and implement a work plan in conjunction with supervisor 
Report any difficulties or problems to supervisor in accordance with organisational policies and procedures 
Refer any problems or difficulties that are outside own area of responsibility or expertise to relevant people or agencies 

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