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. |
1 | Prepare and organise operational and maintenance activities | 1.1 | Review previous reports and check for outstanding work orders or notices |
| 1.2 | Assemble necessary equipment and plan maintenance activities |
| 1.3 | Take readings at regular intervals from CP system monitoring/test equipment and interpret collected data |
| 1.4 | Identify CP faults and notify appropriate personnel |
| 1.5 | Compile reports based on the collected data and analyse to determine system maintenance and operational adjustments to optimise system integrity |
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2 | Monitor and adjust electrical equipment | 2.1 | Monitor equipment operating parameters to ensure operation within relevant Australian Standard specifications and make adjustments as required |
| 2.2 | Operate CP equipment in accordance with the principles of CP impressed current/sacrificial anode systems |
| 2.3 | Maintain CP system at maximum efficiency within design parameters |
| 2.4 | Monitor equipment operating parameters to determine if the correct operating conditions of the equipment are being maintained |
| 2.5 | Collect and interpret data and determine maintenance requirements |
| 2.6 | Conduct regular inspections to ensure equipment integrity is maintained and results are recorded and any system abnormalities identified |
| 2.7 | Carry out adjustments and maintenance to the equipment where abnormalities in the system have been identified |
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3 | Conduct CP system surveys | 3.1 | Interpret survey specifications to determine survey path and equipment requirement |
| 3.2 | Conduct preparation activities on CP system to enable survey to be carried out |
| 3.3 | Conduct CP surveys of the system and log and record results of the survey |
| 3.4 | Fault find and diagnose operating CP systems |
| 3.5 | Download collected survey data to allow a report to be compiled concerning survey findings |
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4 | Recommission the system | 4.1 | Recommission the system to meet system operational requirements |
| 4.2 | Restore site to meet environmental and operational requirements |
| 4.3 | Compile and update records and drawings to reflect the repair/modification |
| 4.4 | Maintain incident records |
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5 | Analyse and utilise CP data | 5.1 | Analyse survey report data and findings to determine system abnormalities and maintenance required for the continued operation of the system |
| 5.2 | Liaise with appropriate personnel to repair or modify, as required, areas/equipment identified for maintenance |
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6 | Control hazards | 6.1 | Identify hazards in CP systems |
| 6.2 | Assess the risks arising from those hazards. |
| 6.3 | Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures and duty of care. |
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7 | Respond to problems | 7.1 | Identify possible problems in equipment or process. |
| 7.2 | Determine problems needing action. |
| 7.3 | Determine possible fault causes. |
| 7.4 | Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility. |
| 7.5 | Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred. |
| 7.6 | Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include the ability to:
monitor and adjust equipment to meet specifications
prepare for and conduct cathodic protection (CP) system surveys
analyse data from CP system surveys to diagnose and troubleshoot problems
distinguish between causes of problems/alarm/fault indications, such as:
interference within the system
instrument failure/wrong reading
electrical failure
operational problems
recognise early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems
complete forms and documentation
prepare and analyse reports related to the equipment/systems.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
company-specific work organisations and work flow
function of CP systems and CP equipment
operations and functions of CP systems and equipment
function of solar powered power generation systems
operations of 240 V power generation systems
insulation and monolithic joints
organisation procedures, including those covering:
safety, emergency and hazard control
work permit systems
maintenance
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
hierarchy of control.
The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.
The collection of performance evidence:
should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operations
will typically include a supervisor/third-party report focusing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency
must include the use of industrial type CP systems, appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems
may use industry-based simulation for all or part of the unit particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.
Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:
walk-throughs
pilot plant operation
demonstration of skills
industry-based case studies/scenarios
‘what ifs’.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.
The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
In addition, the assessor or anyone acting in subject matter expert role in assessment must demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they must assess with a subject matter expert who does meet these requirements.
Technical competence can be demonstrated through one or more of:
relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment
appropriate workplace experience undertaking the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions
appropriate workplace experience supervising/evaluating the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions
Currency can be demonstrated through one or more of:
being currently employed undertaking the type of work being assessed
being employed by the organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed and having maintained currency in accordance with that organisation’s policies and procedures
having consulted/had contact with an organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed within the last twelve months, the consultation/contact being related to assessment
conducting on-the-job training/assessments of the type of work being assessed
being an active member of a relevant professional body and participating in activities relevant to the assessment of this type of work.