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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan and record meter reading routine/sequence
  2. Records on previous routes and meter readings are obtained and confirmed against the work schedule in accordance with workplace procedures
  3. Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures, environmental and sustainable energy measures and workplace policies and procedures for the work are obtained and applied
  4. Suggestions to assist with the route planning, reading and recording of meters are made to others involved in the work as required
  5. Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks are assessed and control measures prioritised, implemented and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures
  6. Scope of responsibility under the relevant work permit/authorisation is obtained and confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures
  7. Resources, including equipment, tools, personal protective equipment (PPE) and route sequences, are obtained and checked for correct working operation and safety in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  8. Responsibilities for work safety and emergency procedures at the work site are confirmed with relevant person/s and job requirements in accordance with workplace procedures
  9. Client issues are referred to relevant person/s in accordance with industry and community standards and workplace procedures
  10. Records are maintained in accordance with job instructions and work schedule for a quality outcome and to minimise risk and damage to property, commerce and individuals in accordance with workplace procedures
  11. Carry out meter reading process
  12. Relevant materials, tools, equipment and devices are selected and used correctly and safely in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  13. Meter reading is carried out to the required quality standard, without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, equipment, and the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy principles
  14. Meter reading and data recording is carried out in accordance with job instructions and workplace procedures
  15. Hazard warnings and safety signs are recognised, and newly identified hazards WHS/OHS risks assessed and reported to authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures
  16. Unplanned events or conditions are referred to the relevant person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures
  17. Problem-solving techniques are applied to deal with unplanned events or conditions encountered at work site to ensure work instructions and workplace procedures are met
  18. Quality checks of the work are undertaken in accordance with job instructions and workplace procedures
  19. Complete meter reading and record meter readings
  20. Accidents and incidents are actioned and reported to relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
  21. Work site is tidied and made safe in accordance with job instructions and workplace procedures
  22. Tools, equipment and any surplus resources/materials are cleaned, checked and stored securely in accordance with workplace procedures
  23. Relevant person/s are notified of work completion in accordance with workplace procedures
  24. Work completion records, report forms and data sheets are completed accurately, with unusually high or low meter readings noted and new or changed information updated in accordance with job instructions and workplace procedures