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

CPPSPS4008 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Service and repair spas

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPPSPS4008 - Service and repair spas
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to service and repair spas. It includes preparing for work; servicing spas; troubleshooting faults in spas; and completing service and repair activities.The unit supports the work of those engaged in servicing and repairing domestic, commercial and public spas. It applies to 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

materials:

spa

spa components and fittings

technical manuals for spas

physical conditions:

assessment activities are performed in the context of performing service and repair activities on a domestic, commercial or public 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 work.
  • Applicable provisions of Australian standards, and legislative, manufacturer and enterprise requirements are identified and followed.
  • Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed.
  • Spa to be serviced or repaired is identified.
  • Service and/or repair requirements of spa are confirmed.
  • 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.
  • Sustainability principles and the appropriate selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are applied to work preparation and application.
       
Element: Service spas.
  • Service and maintenance requirements are identified from manufacturer specifications.
  • Replacement components are checked and fitted in line with manufacturer specifications.
  • Spa is serviced in line with manufacturer instructions.
       
Element: Troubleshoot faults in spas.
  • Logical processes, including the application of basic principles, system knowledge and experience, are used in conjunction with technical manuals to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting of faults.
  • Defects are located and causes of defects are identified and recorded in maintenance documentation, including where required, any other systems disturbed.
  • Specialist advice is obtained, where required and available, to assist with the troubleshooting process.
  • Components are repaired or replaced in line with manufacturer instructions.
  • Repair work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required.
  • Appropriate personnel are sourced to undertake repairs or replacement activities that are outside scope of own expertise, require specialist skills or equipment, or must be performed by licensed personnel.
  • Fault finding and repair or replacement activities are carried out using sustainability practices and without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to equipment and the surrounding environment or services.
  • Spa is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications.
       
Element: Complete repair and service activities.
  • Spa is reinstated to operational condition in line with work instructions.
  • 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 spa, environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement.
  • Notification of work completion is made in line with enterprise procedures.
  • Information is provided to clients on compliance of spa and environs with safety legislation.
  • Relevant documentation is completed 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 work.

1.1.

Applicable provisions of Australian standards, and legislative, manufacturer and enterprise requirements are identified and followed.

1.2.

Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed.

1.3.

Spa to be serviced or repaired is identified.

1.4.

Service and/or repair requirements of spa are confirmed.

1.5.

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

1.6.

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.

1.7.

Sustainability principles and the appropriate selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are applied to work preparation and application.

2.

Service spas.

2.1.

Service and maintenance requirements are identified from manufacturer specifications.

2.2.

Replacement components are checked and fitted in line with manufacturer specifications.

2.3.

Spa is serviced in line with manufacturer instructions.

3.

Troubleshoot faults in spas.

3.1.

Logical processes, including the application of basic principles, system knowledge and experience, are used in conjunction with technical manuals to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting of faults.

3.2.

Defects are located and causes of defects are identified and recorded in maintenance documentation, including where required, any other systems disturbed.

3.3.

Specialist advice is obtained, where required and available, to assist with the troubleshooting process.

3.4.

Components are repaired or replaced in line with manufacturer instructions.

3.5.

Repair work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required.

3.6.

Appropriate personnel are sourced to undertake repairs or replacement activities that are outside scope of own expertise, require specialist skills or equipment, or must be performed by licensed personnel.

3.7.

Fault finding and repair or replacement activities are carried out using sustainability practices and without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to equipment and the surrounding environment or services.

3.8.

Spa is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications.

4.

Complete repair and service activities.

4.1.

Spa is reinstated to operational condition in line with work instructions.

4.2.

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

4.3.

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

4.4.

Notification of work completion is made in line with enterprise procedures.

4.5.

Information is provided to clients on compliance of spa and environs with safety legislation.

4.6.

Relevant documentation is completed 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 demonstrate safe procedures when:

servicing one spa and its systems

repairing one spa, including troubleshooting routine and complex faults in spa systems.

In doing the above, the person must:

interpret work instructions

select and use personal protective equipment (PPE)

complete service and repair activities.

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 service and repair of spas relating to:

dangerous goods

electrical and plumbing regulations controlling conduct of electrical and plumbing work

environmental protection

environmental health

private and public spas

waste disposal

work health and safety (WHS)

disinfection:

chemicals used

hazards

purpose

procedures

electrical safety principles

safe chemical-handling principles

spas:

basic operating principles

common faults

components:

air blowers

automated systems and spa controllers

booster jets

circulation

covers

disinfection system

emergency shut-off switches

filter pumps

heating system

hydrotherapy jets

hydrotherapy pump

motors

piping

timers

valves

construction material:

concrete

fibreglass

thermoplastic

stainless steel

design features:

dehumidification

design bathing loads

physical operation

water replacement

hot water circulation

maintenance

manufacture

plant space and location

risks and hazards

safe use

suction entrapment

types, operation and servicing of spas:

domestic

public

hydrotherapy pools

hot tubs

swim spas

indoor and outdoor

spa water hazards:

microbiological

non-microbiological

water testing:

equipment

parameters

techniques

test results.


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 work.

1.1.

Applicable provisions of Australian standards, and legislative, manufacturer and enterprise requirements are identified and followed.

1.2.

Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed.

1.3.

Spa to be serviced or repaired is identified.

1.4.

Service and/or repair requirements of spa are confirmed.

1.5.

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

1.6.

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.

1.7.

Sustainability principles and the appropriate selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are applied to work preparation and application.

2.

Service spas.

2.1.

Service and maintenance requirements are identified from manufacturer specifications.

2.2.

Replacement components are checked and fitted in line with manufacturer specifications.

2.3.

Spa is serviced in line with manufacturer instructions.

3.

Troubleshoot faults in spas.

3.1.

Logical processes, including the application of basic principles, system knowledge and experience, are used in conjunction with technical manuals to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting of faults.

3.2.

Defects are located and causes of defects are identified and recorded in maintenance documentation, including where required, any other systems disturbed.

3.3.

Specialist advice is obtained, where required and available, to assist with the troubleshooting process.

3.4.

Components are repaired or replaced in line with manufacturer instructions.

3.5.

Repair work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required.

3.6.

Appropriate personnel are sourced to undertake repairs or replacement activities that are outside scope of own expertise, require specialist skills or equipment, or must be performed by licensed personnel.

3.7.

Fault finding and repair or replacement activities are carried out using sustainability practices and without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to equipment and the surrounding environment or services.

3.8.

Spa is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications.

4.

Complete repair and service activities.

4.1.

Spa is reinstated to operational condition in line with work instructions.

4.2.

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

4.3.

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

4.4.

Notification of work completion is made in line with enterprise procedures.

4.5.

Information is provided to clients on compliance of spa and environs with safety legislation.

4.6.

Relevant documentation is completed 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.

Service and maintenance requirements must include:

adjustments

cleaning

confirming operation of systems and parts

identifying worn parts

inspecting

programming automated systems

replacing consumable or worn parts

routine repairs

testing

treating water in indoor and outdoor settings.

Troubleshooting must include:

identifying standard faults using relevant manuals and specifications

identifying from first principles faults beyond available maintenance data for spa

fault finding during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance activities

individual activities or troubleshooting tasks performed during the supervision of other personnel.

individual activities or troubleshooting tasks performed during the supervision of other personnel.

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
Applicable provisions of Australian standards, and legislative, manufacturer and enterprise requirements are identified and followed. 
Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed. 
Spa to be serviced or repaired is identified. 
Service and/or repair requirements of spa are confirmed. 
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. 
Sustainability principles and the appropriate selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are applied to work preparation and application. 
Service and maintenance requirements are identified from manufacturer specifications. 
Replacement components are checked and fitted in line with manufacturer specifications. 
Spa is serviced in line with manufacturer instructions. 
Logical processes, including the application of basic principles, system knowledge and experience, are used in conjunction with technical manuals to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting of faults. 
Defects are located and causes of defects are identified and recorded in maintenance documentation, including where required, any other systems disturbed. 
Specialist advice is obtained, where required and available, to assist with the troubleshooting process. 
Components are repaired or replaced in line with manufacturer instructions. 
Repair work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required. 
Appropriate personnel are sourced to undertake repairs or replacement activities that are outside scope of own expertise, require specialist skills or equipment, or must be performed by licensed personnel. 
Fault finding and repair or replacement activities are carried out using sustainability practices and without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to equipment and the surrounding environment or services. 
Spa is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications. 
Spa is reinstated to operational condition in line with work instructions. 
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 spa, environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement. 
Notification of work completion is made in line with enterprise procedures. 
Information is provided to clients on compliance of spa and environs with safety legislation. 
Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

CPPSPS4008 - Service and repair spas
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Assessment Record Sheet

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