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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare to test new gas installation
  2. Job requirements and workplace procedures for the work are discussed with relevant person/s to confirm the work schedule
  3. Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental and sustainable energy policies and procedures are obtained and applied
  4. Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks are assessed and control measures prioritised, implemented and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures
  5. Responsibility under the relevant work permit/authorisation is obtained and confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures
  6. Equipment, tools, resources, materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) needed for conformance testing are identified, obtained and checked for correct operation and safety in accordance with workplace procedures
  7. Responsibilities for work safety and emergency procedures at the work site are confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with requirements and workplace procedures
  8. Appropriate person/s are consulted to ensure appliance relight is coordinated effectively with others involved
  9. Client/customer issues are referred to appropriate person/s in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures
  10. Site preparation, safety plan and work schedule are confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
  11. Test new gas installation
  12. Materials, tools, equipment and pressure testing devices are selected and used correctly and safely in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  13. Conformance test is undertaken using correct tools and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures and industry standards
  14. Conformance test of new gas installation is undertaken using appropriate pressure testing, protection and stray current testing equipment in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements
  15. Customer piping system and associated components, including appliances, are tested for conformance to industry standards and regulatory requirements
  16. Results of conformance test are analysed and non- compliant installations are disconnected in accordance with workplace procedures, industry standards and regulatory requirements
  17. Work is carried out to the required industry standards without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, equipment, and the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy principles
  18. Hazard warnings and safety signs are recognised and hazards and WHS/OHS risks assessed and reported to the authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures
  19. Unplanned events and non-routine problems are referred to authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures
  20. Quality and safety checks of the work are undertaken in accordance with job instructions and workplace procedures
  21. Complete work and relevant documentation
  22. Final check of work, including visual observation, is performed to ensure work complies with job and regulatory requirements
  23. Appropriate persons are notified of work completion and non-conformances in accordance with workplace procedures
  24. Equipment, tools and any surplus resources and materials are cleaned, checked and securely stored or disposed of in accordance with workplace procedures
  25. Work area is tidied and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  26. Work completion records and documentation are updated in accordance with job instructions and workplace procedures