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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Elements define the essential outcomes.
2. Identify potential problems and faults with water supply systems in the community
   • Identify components of the water supply system in the community
   • Check for signs of contamination and identify potential problems that can occur with water supply systems and household plumbing and fixtures
3. Monitor and maintain the water supply system
   • Identify strategies required to prevent the transmission of disease through the water supply
   • Develop and implement a work plan in conjunction with supervisor
   • Report any difficulties or problems to supervisor in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
   • Refer any problems or difficulties that are outside own area of responsibility or expertise to relevant people or agencies

Performance Evidence

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

identified at least 2 potential health risks, faults or problems associated with household plumbing design and fixtures and developed and implemented a work plan that includes strategies to deal with each issue.

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

legal and organisation requirements relating to water supply work, including:

organisation standards, policies and procedures, including:

infection control

manual handling

personal protective equipment

immunisation requirements and/or recommendations

scope of own role and responsibilities

approvals required and process of obtaining approvals

referral agencies and procedures

water and sewerage plans for the community where available

various sources of water, including:

bore water

surface water

spring water

rock catchments

soaks

dams

rain water tanks

how water is accessed in the community

household plumbing design and fixtures and the way in which water supply enters the house or building along internal plumbing and pipes to taps and appliances

how to monitor water supply and common water supply contaminants

signs, causes and prevention of water contamination

common faults, risks and problems associated with household plumbing and water supply systems and how to identify them.

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