Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to install pipe work, flow controls and accessories
- OHS procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood
- Established OHS risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the work are followed
- Safety hazards which have not previously been identified are noted and established risk control measures are implemented
- Pipe work, flow control and accessory installation is appropriately sequenced in accordance with job schedule
- The nature and location of the work is determined from documentation or appropriate person(s) to establish the scope of work to be undertaken
- Pipe work routes are planned within the constraints of the building structure, (heritage) significants, specifications and regulations
- Appropriate personnel are consulted to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the work site
- Materials needed install pipe work, flow controls and accessories are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked against job requirements
- Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to install the pipe work, flow controls and accessories are obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
- Preparatory work is checked to ensure no damage has occurred and complies with requirements
- Install pipe work, flow controls and accessories
- OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed
- Circuits/machines/plant are checked as being isolated where necessary in strict accordance OH&S requirements and procedures
- Pipework, flow controls and accessories are installed to comply with technical standards and job specifications and requirements with sufficient access to affect connections and maintenance
- Pipework, flow controls and accessories are installed straight and square in the required locations and within acceptable tolerances
- Refrigerant tubing and fittings are silver brazed with the use of dry nitrogen to prevent contamination
- Problematic situations that arise from the installation of the pipe work, flow controls and accessories are dealt with in an appropriate manner.
- Ongoing checks of the quality of pipe work, flow controls and accessories are undertaken including pressure testing and repair of leaks in accordance with the relevant technical standards and specifications and established procedures
- Checking operation, adjusting settings and replacement of flow controls
- Pipe work, flow controls and accessories areinstalled efficiently without waste of materials, damage or contamination to apparatus and the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy practices
- Completion of pipe work, flow controls and accessories installation.
- OHS risk control measures and procedures at the completion of work are followed
- Work site is cleaned and made safe in accordance with established procedures
- Final check of the installed pipe work is made to verify that it complies to all requirements
- 'As-installed' pipe work, flow controls and accessories are documented and an appropriate person or persons notified in accordance with established procedures