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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Inspect irrigation system
   • Irrigation system is checked for faults and anomalies
   • Faults and anomalies are recognised, rectified and/or reported
2. Maintain irrigation system
   • Cleaning and maintenance materials are prepared as required
   • Irrigation system is cleaned according to instructions
   • Routine preventive maintenance is carried out according to instructions
   • Waste generated by both the cleaning and maintenance procedures is monitored, collected, treated, disposed of or recycled according to workplace procedures
   • Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines
3. Record information
   • Workplace information is recorded in the appropriate format

Required Skills

Required skills

Note The following required skills should be applied as appropriate to the equipment and processes that are used in the particular winery or workplace Ability to Access workplace information to identify irrigation system maintenance requirements Select fit and use appropriate personal protective clothing andor equipment Interpret readings on gauges and meters Recognise performance problems with the irrigation system and correct or report them as instructed Identify different components of the irrigation system Use basic hand tools Prepare cleaning materials as required Clean the irrigation system according to instructions This may include chemical injection eg chlorine manual cleaning eg brushes flushing end points cleaning filters Use appropriate cleaning techniques Prepare maintenance materials as required Conduct routine preventive maintenance of the irrigation system according to instructions This may include replacing faulty components and seals maintaining banks or channels Collect sort treat and dispose of or recycle waste Identify rectify andor report environmental noncompliance Clean and store equipment according to instructions Maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards Record workplace information as instructed Use oral communication skillslanguage to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation including questioning active listening asking for clarification and seeking advice from supervisor Work cooperatively within a culturally diverse workforce

Required knowledge

Note The following required knowledge should be applied as appropriate to the equipment and processes that are used in the particular winery or workplace Knowledge of Purpose features and components of the irrigation system Common faults problems and anomalies and how to solve them Safe handling of hand tools and maintenance equipment Maintenance requirements and methods of the irrigation system Purpose and application of personal protective clothing andor equipment Occupational health and safety OHS hazards and controls Environmental issues and controls Procedures and responsibility for reporting problems and anomalies Cleaning and storage requirements of equipment and materials Workplace recording requirements and procedures

Evidence Required

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	Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Evidence of ability to use personal protective equipment MSDS and follow other specified OHS procedures recognise components of the irrigation system check irrigation system for correct operation rectify blocks breaks leaks and other minor faults identify and report major faults carry out routine preventative maintenance correctly undertake cleaning of system according to instructions and OHS procedures remove and treat or dispose of waste according to procedures
Context of and specific resources for assessment	Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to personal protective clothing and equipment as required work procedures including advice on company practices safe work practices food safety quality and environmental requirements instructions information specifications and schedules as required equipment services and corresponding information as required products and materials as required internal and external customers and suppliers as required cleaning procedures materials and equipment as required
Method of assessment	This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role
Guidance information for assessment	To ensure consistency in ones performance competence should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances cases and responsibilities and where possible over a number of assessment activities

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Range Statement

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.
Policies and procedures	Work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures, licensing requirements and legislative requirements
Workplace information	Workplace information can include: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) specifications production schedules instructions routine maintenance schedules work notes Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) manufacturer instructions verbal direction from manager, supervisor or senior operator
Components	Components of the irrigation system may include: drippers joiners pipelines sprinklers filters microjets pumps furrows valves
Faults	Minor faults may include: blocks breaks leaks
Maintenance	Routine preventive maintenance includes: cleaning filters flushing lines replacing components
Tools	Basic hand tools may include: screwdriver shifters dripper hole punchers pressure gauges snips and pliers
Materials	Materials may include: cleaning chemical tape glue wire spare parts
Irrigation systems	Irrigation systems may include: flood dripper overhead water winch
Work hazards	Work may involve exposure to: chemical, dangerous or hazardous substances

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