KS01-G204B | Distribution pipeline repair and modification |
| G 2.2.14 | Cut out, repair and replace damaged nylon or PVC pipe Evidence shall show an understanding of requirements to repair a damaged nylon pipe in a Gas Industry workplace, indicated by the following: Undertake procedures for disconnecting and terminating nylon or PVC Pipe Selection and application of various squeeze off equipment for Nylon including Hydraulic squeezers Undertake repair methods for nylon or PVC pipeline, trace wire and marker tape Demonstrate procedures for cutting out and replacing nylon or PVC pipe of various diameters and in various locations including fixed connection points. Demonstrate procedures for accessing inserted nylon or PVC pipe including breaking out Cast Iron conduits and cutting out Steel conduit Apply procedures for ensuring continuity of supply including checking of network maps, gauging, fitting of bypasses and purging. Undertake joining and testing of trace wire and marker tape Static Electricity in gas pipes |
| G 2.2.19 | Repair damaged PE pipeline Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to repair damaged PE pipe on a Gas Industry pipeline, indicated by the following: Identify Environmental and Safety Hazards, assess risks and implement control measures Dangers of working with live gas Undertake procedures for disconnecting and terminating PE pipe Selection and application of various squeeze off and stop off equipment including Hydraulic squeezers Undertake repair methods for PE pipeline, saddles, trace wire and marker tape Demonstrate procedures for cutting out and replacing PE pipe of various diameters and in various locations including fixed connection points Gas leak testing Pressure testing procedures Apply procedures for ensuring continuity of supply including checking of network maps, Gauging, fitting of bypasses and purging Jointing methods for repair work Undertake joining and testing of trace wire and marker tape |
| G 2.2.22 | Cut out, repair and replace cast iron pipeline Evidence shall show an understanding of how to repair or replace a cast iron pipeline on a Gas Industry workplace, indicated by the following: Identify environmental and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures Dangers of working with live gas Stop off equipment for cast iron Cutting methods for cast iron Undertake procedures for disconnecting and terminating cast iron pipe Undertake repair methods for cast iron pipeline, saddles, trace wire and marker tape Demonstrate procedures for cutting out and replacing cast iron pipe of various diameters and in various locations including fixed connection points External injection of Anaerobic sealants Gas leak testing Pressure testing procedures Apply procedures for ensuring continuity of supply including checking of network maps, Gauging, fitting of bypasses and purging. Undertake joining and testing of trace wire and marker tape Use of cross-bonding leads and neon testers |
| G 2.2.25 | Cut out, repair and replace steel pipeline Evidence shall show an understanding of the processes required for the cutting out and replacing of steel pipeline on a Gas Industry workplace (distribution) pipeline, indicated by the following: Identify environmental and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures Dangers of working with live gas Purpose and function of equipment, tools and materials, including but not limited to, cutting and stopping equipment Demonstrate the correct use of stop off equipment and cutting equipment Requirements of Australian Standards and gas industry standards for working with steel pipe and fittings Safety requirements and procedures for using equipment, tools and materials Gas leak testing Pressure testing procedures Apply procedures for ensuring continuity of supply including checking of network maps, gauging, fitting of bypasses and purging. Replace marker tape Coating types and repair Use of cross-bonding leads and neon testers |
| G 2.2.29 | Cut out, repair and replace damaged copper pipe Evidence shall show an understanding of how to repair a damaged copper pipe on a Gas Industry pipeline, indicated by the following: Equipment, tools and materials required for joining copper pipeline and fittings Purpose and function of equipment, tools and materials Safety requirements and procedures for cutting and joining copper pipeline including mechanical and soldered or welded joints Procedures for cutting and tapping copper pipeline Procedures for pressure testing a pipeline Procedures and safety requirements for joining copper pipeline to other pipeline Procedures for joining copper pipeline Use of cross-bonding leads and neon testers |
| G 3.2.11 | Prepare for testing and inspection of pipeline system Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to test and inspect Gas Industry pipeline (Distribution) systems, indicated by the following: Identify environmental and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures Interpret and apply enterprise policies and procedures Interpret and apply environmental and safety regulations Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of gas relevant to the pipeline systems to be tested Knowledge of the different classification of leaks and relevant procedures associated with each class of leak |
| G 3.2.12 | Select and use appropriate tools and equipment to inspect and test the pipeline system in accordance with procedures and legislative requirements Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirement to select the appropriate tools and equipment required to undertake the testing of Gas Industry pipeline (Distribution), systems, indicated by the following: Identify environmental and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures Interpret and apply enterprise policies and procedures Range of testing and inspection methods appropriate to the system under test Correct and appropriate use of test and inspection equipment such as: Gas detectors Pressure measuring and monitoring equipment Snoop for leaks on flanges and fittings Measuring devices Interpret SI units such for pressure, temperature etc. Procedures to ensure that supply pressure is maintained Procedures required to monitor gaseous atmosphere |
| G 3.2.13 | Record and interpret test data Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to record and interpret test data for Gas Industry pipeline (Distribution) systems, indicated by the following: Interpret SI units such for pressure, temperature etc Record information and test data on completion of testing/inspection procedures Analyse test data to identify system defects and faults Use test data to correctly classify leaks for prioritising repairs Report results to relevant third parties using a range of reporting methods (forms, reports etc) |
| G 3.2.14 | Monitor pipeline system during repair work Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to monitor pipeline system during repair work on a Gas Industry pipeline (Distribution), indicated by the following: Identify environmental and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures Interpret and apply enterprise policies and procedures Procedures to conduct gas pressure and flow monitoring Interpret and apply manufacturer's maintenance specifications Coordinate resources to prevent outages during repair work Monitor impact of the work on environment, people and equipment |
| G 3.2.15 | Conduct repairs and make amendments or modifications as required Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to conduct repairs and make amendments or modifications as necessary on a Gas Industry pipeline (Distribution) systems, indicated by the following: Identify environmental and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures Interpret and apply enterprise policies and procedures Conduct repairs with appropriate tools and equipment according to established work procedures Comply with procedures when evaluating and implementing amendments or modifications Comply with procedures to assess the quality of work and ensure compliance with procedures, legislative and environmental requirements |
| G 3.2.16 | Re-establish system and restore site Evidence shall show an understanding of the re-establishment of the system and the restoration of the site on Gas Industry pipeline (Distribution) systems, indicated by the following: Identify environmental and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures Interpret and apply enterprise policies and procedures Confirmation that repairs and modifications are complete Identify relevant third parties for notification purposes Complete work permits Effectively communicate results to relevant third parties |
| G 3.2.17 | Maintain records Evidence shall show an ability to maintain of records for the repair and modification of Gas Industry pipelines (Distribution) systems, indicated by the following: Interpret and apply enterprise policies and procedures Collate all relevant data Identify and complete the relevant records, drawings, documents and forms Store records in a secure manner consistent with enterprise policies and procedures |
| G 3.2.18 | Obtain information relevant to pipeline repair and modification Evidence shall show an ability to obtain information and procedures for repairing or modifying Gas Industry pipelines (Distribution) systems, indicated by the following: Source relevant documentation including plans, drawings, maps and specifications Identify any potential issues associated with the relevant documentation like missing or incorrect information Assess the scope of the repair or modifications required Determine affects on customer supply and extent of the repair or modification Determine materials and equipment required |
| G 3.2.19 | Liaise and communicate with relevant parties Evidence shall show an understanding of liaising and communicating with relevant parties involved in repair or modification of Gas Industry pipelines (Distribution), specifically: Interpret and apply enterprise policies and procedures Identify key stakeholders Identify specialists that can assist in repair/modification work Identify responsibilities and reporting requirements of third parties Establish communication lines with parties that require notification of repairs/modifications |
| G 3.2.20 | Prepare work site for repairs/modifications work Evidence shall show an understanding of the preparation of Gas Industry (Distribution) workplaces for repairs/modifications work, indicated by the following: Identify environmental and safety hazards, assess risks and implement control measures Interpret and apply enterprise policies and procedures Determine strategies for maintaining supply Comply with procedures for locating services on the worksite Identify and control possible sources of ignition Identify communications protocols and requirements Prepare procedures for the coordination of site activities Maintain records of communications with relevant third parties |
| G 3.2.21 | Organise required equipment, materials and persons Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to organise required equipment, materials and persons for Gas Industry pipeline (Distribution) work activities, indicated by the following: Identify Environmental and Safety Hazards, assess risks and implement control measures associated with obtaining equipment and materials Interpret and apply enterprise policies and procedures relevant to obtaining equipment and materials Identify and comply with legislative requirements relevant to obtaining equipment and materials Locate and comply with all relevant MSDS’ associated with obtaining equipment and materials Interpret documentation to ensure correct equipment and materials are sourced Coordinate the deployment of required equipment, materials and persons to a worksite |