Assessor Resource

NWP604
Manage the construction of pipeline systems

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies to para-professionals who have responsibility for managing the construction of a pipeline system.

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

This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to manage construction of pipeline systems.

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

The candidate should:

perform each task outlined in the elements consistently and in a representative range of contexts

meet the performance criteria associated with each element by employing the techniques, procedures, information and resources available in the workplace from those listed in the range statement

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The candidate should demonstrate the ability to manage pipeline construction including:

interpreting design drawings, project documentation and relevant national, WSAA and water agency codes, supplements, specifications and product lists

applying quality principles to pipeline construction

ensuring the safety of people

applying environmental management principles to pipeline construction

installing pipes and service connections

installing appurtenances and maintenance structures

installing pipe embedment and support

installing trench fill

acceptance testing

disinfecting water supply pipelines

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Access to the workplace and resources including:

documentation that should normally be available in a water industry organisation

workplace specific equipment and technology

supervision and experienced team members to provide observations, feedback and third party reports

enterprise operating procedures and work allocation

relevant codes, standards and government regulations

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence require 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

a decision of competence only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person’s competence over time and in various contexts

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

where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC/RPL), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time

assessment can be through simulated projectbased activity and must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in a manner appropriate to the skill levels of the operator and cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed.

Method of assessment

The following methods are suggested:

assessment in the workplace or in a simulated workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions

assessment should also be conducted in conjunction with aspects of technical competencies that are consistent with the work environment

Techniques for gathering evidence of competency may include:

observation of performance

written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.


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.

Required skills:

interpret and apply legislative requirements, codes, standards, specifications and contract documents

interpret design drawings, project documentation and relevant national, WSAA and water agency codes, supplements, specifications and product lists

assess environmental impacts

apply quality requirements

analyse complex information

operate computer software

conduct consultations with a range of community interests

data management

project planning

application of civil engineering principles, mathematics, computer software

Required knowledge:

environmental management principles

codes, standards, specifications and contract documents for the construction of water and wastewater pipeline systems

application of quality systems

cost benefit analysis procedures

risk analysis procedures

investigation procedures and methodologies

documentation and information management requirements

legislative requirements including OH&S and environmental legislation, acts and procedures

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.

Organisational guidelines and standards may include:

federal and state legislation

codes

national guidelines

environmental protection agencies

OHS agencies

Pipeline system may include:

potable water pipelines

recycled water pipelines

gravity sewer pipelines

rising sewer pipelines

pressure sewer pipelines

vacuum sewer pipelines

service connections

appurtenances

maintenance structures

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
Interpret design drawings, project documentation and relevant national, Water Services Association Australia (WSAA) and water agency codes, supplements, specifications and product lists to ensure pipeline requirements are understood. 
Clarify any areas of design ambiguity with appropriate personnel. 
Ensure construction project management system is in place and meets organisational guidelines and standards. 
Ensure the project, environmental and cultural and heritage management plans are in place and meet organisational guidelines and standards. 
Confirm inspection and test plans have been submitted and meet organisational standards and guidelines. 
Implement quality audits of the constructor’s compliance with the project management plan, quality procedures and works instructions. 
Ensure all workers have required qualifications or accreditation for allocated tasks. 
Ensure construction environmental plan is adhered to. 
Control water pollution by complying with EPA requirements. 
Ensure contaminated soil is correctly excavated, stored and disposed of. 
Ensure asbestos is correctly handled and disposed of. 
Ensure communication with stakeholders is maintained and areas of concern are addressed. 
Ensure appropriate products and materials are used correctly. 
Ensure the safety of people by implementing OHS procedures in line with current OHS regulations and legislation. 
Ensure pipeline system is constructed to plan. 
Review all aspects of the pipeline system construction against requirements of project brief, design, budget and legislation. 
Report on and make recommendations, where appropriate, to rectify any aspects of the construction process that do not meet requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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