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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Monitor gas distribution pipeline system performance
  2. Identification of gas distribution pipeline system non-conformance
  3. Review, record and report on gas distribution pipeline surveillance work

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices for the gas distribution pipeline surveillance investigation of billing exceptionsconditions

All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies

KSGB

Distribution pipeline surveillance

G

Consulting appropriate persons to coordinate work and persons

Evidence shall show an understanding of consulting appropriate persons to coordinate work and persons for Gas Industry pipelines Distribution indicated by the following

personnel requirements for an order

reporting structures for equipment faults and dangerous work

communication with appropriate persons customers and third parties

strategies to facilitate coordination or work with other persons

requirements for and use of qualified specialists

G

Liaise and communicate with relevant authorities

Evidence shall show an ability to liaise with relevant authorities in preparation of plans for commissioningdecommissioning Gas Industry pipelines Distribution specifically

Legislative OHS and environmental requirements applicable to a specific commissioningdecommissioning of a pipeline

Authorities that need to be contacted when planning the commissioningdecommissioning of pipeline

Requirements and procedures to obtain approvalspermits from relevant authorities

Requirements for advising relevant authorities of intended activities

Accurate and complete records of all communications with relevant authorities

G

Prepare reports

Evidence shall show an understanding of the preparation of reports applicable to the commissioning and decommissioning of Gas Industry pipelines Distribution indicated by the following

Apply procedures and legislative requirements for maintaining appropriate reporting and recording systems

Complete job records and process information to appropriaterelevant department

Recorded nonconformances and incidents including customer outages in accordance with procedures and legislative requirements

G

Undertake final inspections

Evidence shall show an understanding of the inspection process in commissioning and decommission of Gas Industry pipelines Distribution indicated by the following

Identification of the code requirements that must be met

Follow procedures to monitor valves and regulators

Follow procedures and assess the quality of work

G

Notify of completion of work

Evidence shall show an understanding of the evidence required for the notification of the completion of work in the commissioningdecommissioning of Gas Industry pipelines Distribution indicated by the following

Complete and process documentation when the work is completed

Notify appropriate authoritiescouncils in relation to site reinstatement requirements using appropriate documentation

Record and complete amendments to drawings and plans as required

Record and report system condition in accordance with procedures

Sign off risk assessments and work permits as required by procedures

G

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

Prepare work site for repairsmodification work

Evidence shall show an understanding of the preparation of Gas Industry Distribution workplaces for repairsmodifications 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

Distribution pipeline surveillance procedures and practices

Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements for the surveillance of distribution pipeline procedures and practices indicated by the following

pipeline risk and how risk is treated

above ground versus below ground pipe

protection measures such as slabbing extra cover warning signage

third party activities near pipe

rural areas versus builtup areas in which a pipeline is located

proximity to environmental significant areas

leak detection

pipeline coating integrity

regularity of use

type of fluid carried by the pipe and its design and operating pressure and temperature

knowledge of Gas Industry legislation and its role under Road Management Act

knowledge of easements and access rights for patrol men

types of other fitting other than pipes that need monitoring ie valves CPS equipment etc

knowledge of asset owner technical standards ie clearances use of explosives hand proving permit procedures vegetation fencing etc

variation in surface condition

impediments to access along a route

building encroachment clearances

issue of written patrolling procedures

G

Perform routine maintenance on pipelines facilities and equipment up to and including kPa

Evidence shall show an understanding of performing routine maintenance on pipelines facilities and equipment for a Gas Industry pipelines Distribution indicated by the following

Demonstrate different types of maintenance procedures appropriate for pipelines facilities and equipment which includes valves filters meters and regulators pressure reliefs flanges and fittings markers and signs

Undertake maintenance procedures relevant to required work

Use tools instruments and all other equipment safely and effectively during the required maintenance tasks

Undertake routine maintenance following manufacturers specifications OHS requirements and procedures in an efficient and effective manner

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this Competency Standard Unit and shall be used in conjunction with all components parts of this unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Overview of Assessment

Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment such as Profiling require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention It is the Industrys preferred model for apprenticeships However where summative or final assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or at a minimum the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment It is recognised that in some circumstances assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace However it must be in accord with Industry regulatory policy in this regard

Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors These include the extent of the assessment the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place access to physical resources additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed

The critical safety nature of working with electricity electrical equipment gas or any other hazardous substancematerial carries risk in deeming a person competent Hence sources of evidence need to be rich in nature so as to minimise error in judgment

Activities associated with normal every day work have a bearing on the decision as to how much and how detailed the data gathered will contribute to its richness Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practiced These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments Sample assessment instruments are included for Assessors in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met

Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically Each element and associated Performance Criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines UEG Evidence shall also comprise

A representative body of Performance Criteria demonstrated within the timeframes typically expected of the discipline work function and industrial environment In particular this shall incorporate evidence that shows a candidate is able to

Implement Occupational Health and Safety workplace procedures and practices including the use of risk control measures as specified in the Performance Criteria and range

Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the Performance Criteria and range

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential knowledge and associated skills as described in this unit to such an extent that the learners performance outcome is reported in accordance with the preferred approach namely a percentile graded result where required by the regulated environment

Demonstrate an appropriate level of employability skills

Conduct work observing the relevant anti discrimination legislation regulations polices and workplace procedures

Demonstrate performance across a representative range of contexts from the prescribed items below

Range of toolsequipmentproceduresworkplace

Group No

The minimum number of items on which skill is to be demonstrated

Item List

A

All

Operation of Dial Before You Dig MOCS services and how it applies to working or its equivalent near gas assets

Different types of surveillance ie vehicle foot aerial watercraft

Liaison with affected landowners and relevance of property visits

Deteriorating conditions ie visibility warning signage

Identification of leaks damaged pipes and fittings and the recording of these in accordance with established procedures

B

All

Inspection techniques

Identifying faults

Recording information

C

All

Operating hand held tools

Operating power tools

Lifting equipment

Mechanical excavation equipment

Electronic metering systems

Recording systems

Motorised equipment

Communication equipment

D

All

Work utilising relevant OHS legislation regulations codes of practice policies and procedures

Apply job safety analysis

Apply working knowledge of AS

Maintain a safe and clean workplace

Apply safe manual handling techniques

Respond to emergency situations

Communicate effectively in the workplace

Apply basic planning and job completion skills

Use of technology

E

At least one occasion

Deal with an unplanned event by drawing on essential knowledge and associated skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in the holistic assessment with the above listed items

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures information and resources typical of a workplace This should include

OHS policy and work procedures and instructions

Suitable work environment facilities equipment and materials to undertake actual work as prescribed by this Competency Standard Unit

Appropriate environmental regulation and work practices

Appropriate organisational requirements

In addition to the resources listed above in Context of and specific resources for assessment evidence should show demonstrated competency in gas distribution pipeline surveillance

Assessment of this competency must also be undertaken in either an actual workplace or under a simulated work environment Assessment must also integrate the employability skills

Method of assessment

This Competency Standard Unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume Part Assessment Guidelines

Note Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Industry to which this Competency Standard Unit applies This requires that the specified Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills are assessed in a structured environment which is primarily intended for learningassessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the essential knowledge and associated skills described in this unit

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units

UEGNSGB

UEGNSG102B

Carry out work activities in a utilities industry work environment

UEENEEEA

UEENEEE101A

Apply Occupational Health and Safety regulations codes and practices in the workplace

UEGNSGB

UEGNSG104B

Comply with environmental policies and procedures

UEGNSGB

UEGNSG105B

Establish the work site

BSBFLMB

BSBFLM312B

Contribute to team effectiveness

BSBFLMC

BSBFLM303C

Contribute to effective workplace relationships


Range Statement

10) This relates to the competency standard unit as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the Performance Criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.

This Competency Standard Unit shall be demonstrated in relation to gas pipeline surveillance.

The following constants and variables included in the Element/Performance Criteria in this unit are fully described in the Definitions Section.

Areas to be monitored

Inspection of areas

System's pipe work

Structures

Fittings

Organisational and statutory requirements (3)

Recording and reporting