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 | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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 section. |
1. Undertake inspection | 1.1 Select, fit and use safety equipment, including personal protective equipment. 1.2 Carry out routine inspections of dams and storages. 1.3 Read seepage flow device gauge and use table to translate, and record information. 1.4 Identify assets and structural components requiring routine maintenance or repairs. |
2. Undertake maintenance of dam or storage equipment and structures | 2.1 Select and check equipment and materials required for maintenance and repair tasks. 2.2 Carry out routine maintenance. 2.3 Operate basic flow control, measuring, surveillance and ancillary devices as part of routine checks. |
3. Report on dam or storage inspection and maintenance | 3.1 Communicate abnormal observations and potentially serious maintenance issues with line management. 3.2 Complete dam inspection reports and routine maintenance reports and forward to relevant personnel. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
undertaking visual inspections
exercising valves
performing work-related calculations
measuring and recording seepage flow
operating controls and ancillary equipment according to standard operating procedures
following policies, procedures and standards
using safety and personal protective equipment
adjusting mechanical and electrical systems
identifying control system faults
conducting routine inspections of dams and storages according to organisational requirements
taking readings from specified devices
identifying and reporting repair and maintenance requirements
conducting routine basic maintenance according to organisational maintenance plans
completing inspection and maintenance reports
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
visual and electronic inspection procedures
equipment operation, capacity and limitations
system layout
risk factors and potential hazards of surface water systems
routine maintenance procedures
communication and reporting systems
basic dam design
risks to dams
Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.