Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CPPSPS3003 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Routinely maintain swimming pools and spas

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPPSPS3003 - Routinely maintain swimming pools and spas
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out routine maintenance of swimming pools and spas. It includes preparing for routine swimming pool and spa maintenance; carrying out routine maintenance; assessing hazards, including pool and spa safety barriers; and completing maintenance activities.The unit supports the work of those engaged in servicing domestic, commercial and public swimming pools and spas. It applies to entry-level swimming pool and spa technicians.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

PPE

water-testing equipment and materials

materials:

swimming pool and spa

swimming pool and spa chemicals used in routine maintenance

specifications:

work instructions for routine maintenance of swimming pools and spas

physical conditions:

assessment activities are performed in the context of routinely maintaining a domestic, commercial or public swimming pool and spa.

Assessment activities are performed on an individual basis under general supervision.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for routine maintenance.
  • Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed.
  • Swimming pool or spa to be serviced is identified.
  • Maintenance requirements of swimming pool or spa are identified.
  • Required tools, materials and equipment are selected and checked for correct operation and safety.
  • Potential and existing risks and hazards in the work area are identified and controlled in line with work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements.
       
Element: Carry out routine maintenance.
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used.
  • Swimming pool or spa and environs are inspected and assessed for operational effectiveness against normal operating criteria.
  • Routine servicing of swimming pool or spa is carried out.
  • Faults are identified and routine repairs undertaken.
  • Complex faults and repair requirements are reported to supervisor.
       
Element: Complete maintenance activities.
  • Serviced swimming pool or spa is reinstated to operational condition.
  • Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored.
  • Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa, and environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement.
  • Information is provided to client on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation.
  • Work completion documentation is prepared and securely maintained.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Prepare for routine maintenance.

1.1.

Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed.

1.2.

Swimming pool or spa to be serviced is identified.

1.3.

Maintenance requirements of swimming pool or spa are identified.

1.4.

Required tools, materials and equipment are selected and checked for correct operation and safety.

1.5.

Potential and existing risks and hazards in the work area are identified and controlled in line with work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements.

2.

Carry out routine maintenance.

2.1.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used.

2.2.

Swimming pool or spa and environs are inspected and assessed for operational effectiveness against normal operating criteria.

2.3.

Routine servicing of swimming pool or spa is carried out.

2.4.

Faults are identified and routine repairs undertaken.

2.5.

Complex faults and repair requirements are reported to supervisor.

3.

Complete maintenance activities.

3.1.

Serviced swimming pool or spa is reinstated to operational condition.

3.2.

Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored.

3.3.

Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa, and environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement.

3.4.

Information is provided to client on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation.

3.5.

Work completion documentation is prepared and securely maintained.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.

The person must also safely demonstrate the routine maintenance of one swimming pool and one spa.

In doing the above, the person must:

locate, interpret and apply information, standards and specifications relating to the maintenance of swimming pools and spas

apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including using personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing

carry out the maintenance activities on pool or spa environs, including identifying faults and undertaking routine repairs in line with manufacturer instructions and client and enterprise requirements

report complex faults and repair requirements to supervisor

restore work area to original condition and check swimming pool or spa and environs for safety hazards

ensure that waste is disposed of and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored in line with work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission product safety guidelines

commonwealth, state or territory legislation, and local government regulations, Australian standards, and codes of practice impacting on the routine maintenance of swimming pools and spas relating to:

electrical and plumbing regulations controlling conduct of electrical and plumbing work

private and public swimming pools and spas

swimming pool and spa safety barriers

WHS

differences between hot and cold water chemistry

swimming pool and spa routine maintenance:

purpose

common faults in pools and spas

hazards

routine maintenance procedures:

barriers

brushing

pumps

reporting

routine repairs

tile cleaning

vacuuming

water balancing

water quality

water testing

technician duty of care.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Prepare for routine maintenance.

1.1.

Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed.

1.2.

Swimming pool or spa to be serviced is identified.

1.3.

Maintenance requirements of swimming pool or spa are identified.

1.4.

Required tools, materials and equipment are selected and checked for correct operation and safety.

1.5.

Potential and existing risks and hazards in the work area are identified and controlled in line with work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements.

2.

Carry out routine maintenance.

2.1.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used.

2.2.

Swimming pool or spa and environs are inspected and assessed for operational effectiveness against normal operating criteria.

2.3.

Routine servicing of swimming pool or spa is carried out.

2.4.

Faults are identified and routine repairs undertaken.

2.5.

Complex faults and repair requirements are reported to supervisor.

3.

Complete maintenance activities.

3.1.

Serviced swimming pool or spa is reinstated to operational condition.

3.2.

Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored.

3.3.

Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa, and environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement.

3.4.

Information is provided to client on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation.

3.5.

Work completion documentation is prepared and securely maintained.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Routine servicing must include at least ten of the following:

address seasonal requirements

brush pool

carry out routine repairs to pool and spa systems

check swimming pool and spa safety barriers and gates

check and clean skimmer basket and hair and lint-pot basket

check and maintain:

pool blankets and rollers, if present

pool chlorinators, if present

pool cleaning equipment

pool filters

pool heating, if present

pump

signs and safety equipment

water level

check operation of pool lighting

check suction openings in gutters and skimmers for debris

check that handrails, ladders, diving boards, slides and other equipment are secure and in good condition

check that return inlet fittings and vacuum line covers are in place

clean tiles, including water line and gutter tile

inspect water quality

maintain sanitisation

record routine maintenance activities and required follow-up actions

vacuum pool

balance water

test water.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed. 
Swimming pool or spa to be serviced is identified. 
Maintenance requirements of swimming pool or spa are identified. 
Required tools, materials and equipment are selected and checked for correct operation and safety. 
Potential and existing risks and hazards in the work area are identified and controlled in line with work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements. 
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used. 
Swimming pool or spa and environs are inspected and assessed for operational effectiveness against normal operating criteria. 
Routine servicing of swimming pool or spa is carried out. 
Faults are identified and routine repairs undertaken. 
Complex faults and repair requirements are reported to supervisor. 
Serviced swimming pool or spa is reinstated to operational condition. 
Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored. 
Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa, and environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement. 
Information is provided to client on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation. 
Work completion documentation is prepared and securely maintained. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

CPPSPS3003 - Routinely maintain swimming pools and spas
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Assessment Record Sheet

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