Elements and Performance Criteria
- Interpret an irrigation maintenance program
- Scope of maintenance works is determined according to the irrigation maintenance program.
- Frequency of maintenance works is determined and implemented according to the irrigation maintenance program.
- Irrigation maintenance standards are established in line with the irrigation maintenance program.
- Maintenance works are planned and prepared.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements are identified, associated hazards and risks assessed, and suitable controls implemented.
- Environmental considerations of irrigation maintenance activities are identified.
- Inspect irrigation system
- An inspection checklist is established according to the irrigation maintenance program.
- System is regularly inspected according to the checklist.
- Remedial action and repairs are identified and undertaken to restore system to full effectiveness.
- Servicing of mechanical equipment is undertaken according to the irrigation maintenance program.
- Results of maintenance works are assessed and recorded to ensure repairs or maintenance standards have been achieved according to the irrigation maintenance program.
- Surroundings are tidied and materials and equipment cleared from the site on completion of maintenance works.
- Record and report maintenance activities
- Damage and blockage caused by pests and animals are recorded by damage type, location and the section of the system affected.
- Damage or faulty pumps, valves, electrical components and computer systems are recorded and reported, and action taken to effect repairs.
- Routine and preventative maintenance activities are recorded and reported in accordance with enterprise standards.