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 coordination of gas transmission pipeline repair and modifications The extent of the essential knowledge and associated skills EKAS required is given in Volume Part EKAS It forms an integral part of this unit

G

Prepare for testing and inspection of pipeline system

G

Select and use appropriate tools and equipment to inspect and test the pipeline system in accordance with procedures and legislative requirements

G

Record and interpret test data

G

Monitor pipeline system during repair work

G

Carry out repair work and make amendments or modifications as required

G

Reestablish system and restore site

G

Maintain records

G

Obtain information relevant to pipeline repair and modification

G

Liaise and communicate with relevant parties

G

Prepare work site for repairsmodifications work

G

Organise required equipment materials and persons

The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this Unit and shall be used in conjunction with all components parts of the 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 skills enabling employment

Conduct work observing the relevant antidiscrimination legislation regulations polices and workplace procedures

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

Range of toolsequipmentmaterialsproceduresworkplacesother variables

Group No

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

Item List

A

All

Relevant knowledge of AS

Relevant knowledge of AS

Relevant knowledge of AS

Interpret technical drawings and symbols

Documentation permits schedules

Risk assessment implemented

Implementation of Safety Procedures

Able to communicate instructionsschedules

Approvals from authorities

Emergency Response procedures

Environmental Code of Practice applied

Communicate with other authorities and Stakeholders

B

At Least

Basic knowledge of

Steel pipeline coating repair

Steel pipeline coating testing

Steel field joint coating

C

All

Purging a pipeline

Purging Procedures

Relevant compliance with AS

Operation of Gas Detector

Isolating venting and purging gas pipeline systems

Communication with authorities

Related environmental issues

D

At Least

Basic knowledge only

City Gate operation

Line Valve operation

Pressure control procedure

E

All

Basic understanding only

Trenching

Shoring

F

All

Basic understanding only

Pipeline Cathodic Protection

Relevant electrical safety

G

All

Recommission pipeline

Pressure control procedure

All testing of repairs checkedcompleted

Pressure is according to specifications

H

All

Final Inspections are carried out

Site rehabilitationreinstatement carried out

Drawingsplans updated

Reports completed

Sign Off Procedures carried out

I

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

Appropriate work environment equipment and tools

In addition to the resources listed above in Context of and specific resources for assessment evidence should show demonstrated competency in coordinating gas transmission pipeline repair and modifications

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

Method of assessment

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

NoteCompetent 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

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 learning/assessment 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

There are no recommended concurrent assessments with this unit however in some cases efficiencies may be gained in terms of learning and assessment effort being concurrently managed with allied Competency Standard Units where listed

UEGNSGA

Carry out work activities in a utilities industry work environment

UEGNSGA

Comply with workplace OHS procedures and practices

UEGNSGA

Comply with environmental policies and procedures

UEGNSGA

Establish the work site

BSBCMNA

Organise Personal work priorities and professional development

BSBFLMA

Contribute to team effectiveness

BSBFLMA

Contribute to effective workplace relationships

BSBCMNA

Maintain workplace safety

Key Competencies

Evidence that particular Key Competencies have been achieved within this Competency Standard Unit is in the context of the following Performance Criteria of evidence See Volume Part for an explanation of Key Competencies and levels of this Training Package

Key Competencies

Example of Application

Performance Level

How are ideas and information communicated within this competency

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

How can information be collected analysed and organised

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

How are activities planned and organised

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

How is team work used within this competency

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

How are mathematical ideas and techniques used

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

NA

How are problem solving skills applied

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

How is use of technology applied

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

Skills Enabling Employment

Evidence that competency in this unit incorporates skills enabling employment is in the context of the following performance See Volume Part for definitions and an explanation of skills enabling employment

Skills for Employment

Example of Application

Developing and using skills within a real workplace

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

All

Learning to learn in the workplace

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

Reflecting on the outcome and process of work task

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

Interacting and understanding of the context of the work task

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

Planning and organising the meaningful work task

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application

Performing the work task in nonroutine or contingent situations

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application