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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare and plan for coordination of repairs and modifications of a gas transmission pipeline
  2. Coordinate pipeline repairs or modifications for gas transmission pipelines
  3. and notify completion of work
  4. Re-establish transmission pipeline to operational conditions and notify completion of 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 coordination of gas transmission pipeline repair and modifications

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

KSGB

Transmission pipeline repair and modification

G

Prepare for testing and inspection of pipeline system

Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to test and inspect a Gas Industry pipeline Transmission system indicated by the following

procedures and the OHS and environmental requirements to be applied when carrying out testing and inspection on pipeline systems

properties and characteristics of gas relevant to testing and inspection procedures

classification of leaks and the relevant procedures associated with each class of leak

G

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

Evidence shall show an understanding of the selection and use of appropriate tools and equipment required to undertake the testing of a Gas Industry pipeline Transmission system indicated by the following

various testing and inspection methods and their appropriate applications

appropriate use of test and inspection equipment

procedures to ensure that supply pressure is maintained

procedures required to monitor gaseous atmosphere

G

Record and interpret test data

Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to record and interpret test data for a Gas Industry pipeline Transmission indicated by the following

information that must be documented on completion of testinginspection procedures

diagnose and assess pipeline faults using test data

analyse and interpret test data to initiate appropriate action

use test data to correctly classify leaks for prioritising repairs

requirements and procedures for advising relevant persons about testinspection outcomes

G

Monitor pipeline system during repair work

Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to monitor pipeline system during repair work on a Gas Industry pipeline Transmission indicated by the following

identification of the requirements to establish and maintain safe site conditions in accordance with procedures environmental and OHS requirements

procedures to conduct pressure monitoring

manufacturers maintenance specifications

procedures to coordinate resources and prevent stoppages during repair work

monitor impact of the work on environment people and surrounds

G

Carry out repair work and make amendments or modifications as required

Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to carry out repair work and to make amendments or modifications as necessary on a Gas Industry pipeline Transmission indicated by the following

procedures OHS and environmental requirements in relation to carrying out repair work

conduct repair work with required tools and equipment following appropriate work procedures

procedures to follow when evaluating and implementing amendments or modifications

job progress in relation to repair work andor amendments or modifications

procedures to assess quality of work and compliance with procedures legislative and environmental requirements

G

Reestablish system and restore site

Evidence shall show an understanding of the reestablishment of the system and the restoration of the site on a Gas Industry pipeline Transmission specifically

confirm that repairs and modifications are completed

demonstrate that procedures to reestablish the pipeline conditions are to full operational capabilities

discuss the persons that need to be notified in relation to system reestablishment

issue permits where required

restore site in compliance with environmental legislative and operational requirements

G

Maintain records

Evidence shall show an understanding of the maintaining of records for the repair and modification of Gas Industry pipelines Transmission indicated by the following

identification of the documentation and information that is to be recorded

completion and processing of job records and drawings accurately and in accordance with procedures

G

Obtain information relevant to pipeline repair and modification

Evidence shall show an understanding of the need to obtain information relevant for the processes involved in the repairing or modification of Gas Industry pipelines Transmission indicated by the following

identification of problems from relevant information sources

relevant documentation which includes plans drawings maps and specifications

documentation to determine repairmodification information including affect on customer supply extent of repair and quantities of items required

G

Liaise and communicate with relevant parties

Evidence shall show an understanding of how to liaise and communicate with relevant parties involved in the repairing or modification of Gas Industry pipelines Transmission indicated by the following

discussion of the parties that require notification of repairsmodifications

identification of specialists required for repairmodification work

procedures to determine relevant areas of responsibilities

issues that impact on communication with affected parties and appropriate persons

G

Prepare work site for repairsmodifications work

Evidence shall show an understanding of the preparation of Gas Industry workplaces for repairsmodifications work indicated by the following

legislative OHS and environmental requirements relevant to establishing and maintaining a safe workplace

options for maintaining supply

procedures for locating other services on the worksite

identification of possible ignition sources and the taking of appropriate action

risk assessments of the worksite including OHS risks

requirements for consulting relevant authorities and obtaining required approvals

procedures for the coordination of all activities and persons

maintenance of accurate and complete records of all communications with relevant authorities and persons

G

Organise required equipment materials and persons

Evidence shall show an understanding of the requirements to organise equipment materials and persons as required for a Gas Industry pipeline Transmission indicated by the following

procedures and legislative requirements relevant to obtaining equipment and materials

interpretation of documentation to ensure correct equipment and materials are specified

coordination of the deployment of required equipment materials and persons on a worksite

Evidence Required

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 work performance 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 antidiscrimination 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

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 contains Employability Skills

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 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

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

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 coordinating gas transmission pipeline repair and modifications.

The following constants and variables included in the element/Performance Criteria in this unit are fully described in the Definitions Section of this volume and form an integral part of the Range Statement of this unit:

Inspection and testing techniques (3)

Leaks (3)

Repair and maintenance equipment(3)

Repair/modification techniques (3)

Documentation/records (3)

Tools, materials and equipment

Pipeline systems

Pipeline control systems

Appropriate authorities

Appropriate person