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

NWPNET016 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Inspect sewer or stormwater line

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency NWPNET016 - Inspect sewer or stormwater line
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills required to plan, prepare and conduct an inspection of gravity sewer or stormwater conduits, using specialised CCTV camera and transport systems, and reporting on observed defects and other features of the conduit in accordance with the industry code and job specifications. The ability to interpret technical information, identify and assess hazards, operate and maintain specialised technical equipment and to produce computer generated reports on the condition and features of the conduit inspected is essential to performance.This unit applies to those working as operators with a specific responsibility for inspecting and reporting on the condition of operational gravity sewers and stormwater conduits and new or rehabilitated sewers or stormwater conduits; and operating and maintaining specialised CCTV inspection equipment. This unit may also be applied to the inspection of other types of conduit system.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to WHS and manufacturer specifications.Those undertaking this unit would work under indirect supervision, while performing routine tasks in a familiar context, ensuring minimum damage to the environment. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Networks
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: Plan and prepare for conduit inspection
  • Identify the purpose of the inspection and the location, size, type and extent of the conduit assets.
  • Determine the inspection method and equipment to be used.
  • Conduct and document hazard identification and risk assessment and implement appropriate risk control processes.
  • Establish and implement asset isolation, flow management plans and inspection schedules in consultation with the system operator.
  • Arrange for preparation of the conduit and site for inspection.
       
Element: Operate and maintain equipment
  • Set up, calibrate and operate equipment to suit the size, type and conditions of conduit according to relevant industry codes and specifications.
  • Examine, record and report features of the conduit.
  • Conduct routine maintenance of equipment.
  • Diagnose and correct equipment malfunction.
  • Recognise and respond to potential risks to equipment and/or system operation.
       
Element: Identify and code defects and other features observed during conduit inspection
  • Identify and code structural defects, service conditions and other features of the conduit.
  • Record asset and inspection data using approved data capture software.
  • Investigate and report unrecognisable defects, service conditions or other features.
  • Identify a conduit at risk of imminent failure and communicate details to the system operator or owner.
  • Identify and report defects or malfunctions of access structures.
       
Element: Withdraw inspection equipment and reinstate system operation
  • Clean and inspect equipment for damage during and after withdrawal from the conduit.
  • Reinstate system operation according to asset isolation, flow management plan and specifications.
  • Restore work site to meet organisational, safety, environmental, and property owner requirements.
       
Element: Review, record and report work
  • Check inspection data and video records prior to removal of equipment for completeness, quality and accuracy.
  • Compile conduit inspection reports and present to the client in the required format.
  • Complete job documentation and communication according to asset owner or operator and statutory requirements.
       
Element: Plan and prepare for conduit inspection
  • Identify the purpose of the inspection and the location, size, type and extent of the conduit assets.
  • Determine the inspection method and equipment to be used.
  • Conduct and document hazard identification and risk assessment and implement appropriate risk control processes.
  • Establish and implement asset isolation, flow management plans and inspection schedules in consultation with the system operator.
  • Arrange for preparation of the conduit and site for inspection.
       
Element: Operate and maintain equipment
  • Set up, calibrate and operate equipment to suit the size, type and conditions of conduit according to relevant industry codes and specifications.
  • Examine, record and report features of the conduit.
  • Conduct routine maintenance of equipment.
  • Diagnose and correct equipment malfunction.
  • Recognise and respond to potential risks to equipment and/or system operation.
       
Element: Identify and code defects and other features observed during conduit inspection
  • Identify and code structural defects, service conditions and other features of the conduit.
  • Record asset and inspection data using approved data capture software.
  • Investigate and report unrecognisable defects, service conditions or other features.
  • Identify a conduit at risk of imminent failure and communicate details to the system operator or owner.
  • Identify and report defects or malfunctions of access structures.
       
Element: Withdraw inspection equipment and reinstate system operation
  • Clean and inspect equipment for damage during and after withdrawal from the conduit.
  • Reinstate system operation according to asset isolation, flow management plan and specifications.
  • Restore work site to meet organisational, safety, environmental, and property owner requirements.
       
Element: Review, record and report work
  • Check inspection data and video records prior to removal of equipment for completeness, quality and accuracy.
  • Compile conduit inspection reports and present to the client in the required format.
  • Complete job documentation and communication according to asset owner or operator and statutory requirements.
       


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

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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 section.

1. Plan and prepare for conduit inspection

1.1 Identify the purpose of the inspection and the location, size, type and extent of the conduit assets.

1.2 Determine the inspection method and equipment to be used.

1.3 Conduct and document hazard identification and risk assessment and implement appropriate risk control processes.

1.4 Establish and implement asset isolation, flow management plans and inspection schedules in consultation with the system operator.

1.5 Arrange for preparation of the conduit and site for inspection.

2. Operate and maintain equipment

2.1 Set up, calibrate and operate equipment to suit the size, type and conditions of conduit according to relevant industry codes and specifications.

2.2 Examine, record and report features of the conduit.

2.3 Conduct routine maintenance of equipment.

2.4 Diagnose and correct equipment malfunction.

2.5 Recognise and respond to potential risks to equipment and/or system operation.

3. Identify and code defects and other features observed during conduit inspection

3.1 Identify and code structural defects, service conditions and other features of the conduit.

3.2 Record asset and inspection data using approved data capture software.

3.3 Investigate and report unrecognisable defects, service conditions or other features.

3.4 Identify a conduit at risk of imminent failure and communicate details to the system operator or owner.

3.5 Identify and report defects or malfunctions of access structures.

4. Withdraw inspection equipment and reinstate system operation

4.1 Clean and inspect equipment for damage during and after withdrawal from the conduit.

4.2 Reinstate system operation according to asset isolation, flow management plan and specifications.

4.3 Restore work site to meet organisational, safety, environmental, and property owner requirements.

5. Review, record and report work

5.1 Check inspection data and video records prior to removal of equipment for completeness, quality and accuracy.

5.2 Compile conduit inspection reports and present to the client in the required format.

5.3 Complete job documentation and communication according to asset owner or operator and statutory requirements.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

identifying structural defects, service conditions and other features in a range of different conduits

applying industry inspection reporting code requirements

using data capture software

operating CCTV camera controls and recording systems

accessing and interpreting GIS data, interpreting plans, maps, house service diagrams, instructions, specifications and standard operating procedures

using safety equipment and personal protective equipment

using tools and instruments associated with camera/transport operation, maintenance and calibration

planning, preparing and conducting an inspection of gravity sewer or stormwater conduits

preparing for conduit inspection

identifying the location and extent of the work, methods to be applied, and equipment, including safety equipment, to be used

assessing risks and preparing for hazards

implementing appropriate isolation and inspection procedures

calibrating equipment for conduit inspection

operating and maintaining equipment

conducting inspections and identifying and coding conduit defects and condition

recording data manually, or using approved software program

investigating and recording anomalies

reporting conduit at risk of failure

removing equipment and reinstating system operation

restoring worksite

completing and processing inspection information according to organisational procedures

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

industry inspection reporting code

data capture, recording and reporting software

WHS

confined space entry procedures

typical traffic control arrangements

potential hazards and risk factors of operational processes

equipment operation

techniques of operation in unusual situations

capabilities of camera, lights and transport system

routine maintenance and calibration requirements of camera, lights and transport system

effects of weather and conditions on operation of site or plant

environmental aspects of operation and installation

features of conduits used in Australia for gravity sewer and stormwater construction over the last 100 years

construction and operation of sewerage and stormwater systems

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

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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 section.

1. Plan and prepare for conduit inspection

1.1 Identify the purpose of the inspection and the location, size, type and extent of the conduit assets.

1.2 Determine the inspection method and equipment to be used.

1.3 Conduct and document hazard identification and risk assessment and implement appropriate risk control processes.

1.4 Establish and implement asset isolation, flow management plans and inspection schedules in consultation with the system operator.

1.5 Arrange for preparation of the conduit and site for inspection.

2. Operate and maintain equipment

2.1 Set up, calibrate and operate equipment to suit the size, type and conditions of conduit according to relevant industry codes and specifications.

2.2 Examine, record and report features of the conduit.

2.3 Conduct routine maintenance of equipment.

2.4 Diagnose and correct equipment malfunction.

2.5 Recognise and respond to potential risks to equipment and/or system operation.

3. Identify and code defects and other features observed during conduit inspection

3.1 Identify and code structural defects, service conditions and other features of the conduit.

3.2 Record asset and inspection data using approved data capture software.

3.3 Investigate and report unrecognisable defects, service conditions or other features.

3.4 Identify a conduit at risk of imminent failure and communicate details to the system operator or owner.

3.5 Identify and report defects or malfunctions of access structures.

4. Withdraw inspection equipment and reinstate system operation

4.1 Clean and inspect equipment for damage during and after withdrawal from the conduit.

4.2 Reinstate system operation according to asset isolation, flow management plan and specifications.

4.3 Restore work site to meet organisational, safety, environmental, and property owner requirements.

5. Review, record and report work

5.1 Check inspection data and video records prior to removal of equipment for completeness, quality and accuracy.

5.2 Compile conduit inspection reports and present to the client in the required format.

5.3 Complete job documentation and communication according to asset owner or operator and statutory requirements.

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
Identify the purpose of the inspection and the location, size, type and extent of the conduit assets. 
Determine the inspection method and equipment to be used. 
Conduct and document hazard identification and risk assessment and implement appropriate risk control processes. 
Establish and implement asset isolation, flow management plans and inspection schedules in consultation with the system operator. 
Arrange for preparation of the conduit and site for inspection. 
Set up, calibrate and operate equipment to suit the size, type and conditions of conduit according to relevant industry codes and specifications. 
Examine, record and report features of the conduit. 
Conduct routine maintenance of equipment. 
Diagnose and correct equipment malfunction. 
Recognise and respond to potential risks to equipment and/or system operation. 
Identify and code structural defects, service conditions and other features of the conduit. 
Record asset and inspection data using approved data capture software. 
Investigate and report unrecognisable defects, service conditions or other features. 
Identify a conduit at risk of imminent failure and communicate details to the system operator or owner. 
Identify and report defects or malfunctions of access structures. 
Clean and inspect equipment for damage during and after withdrawal from the conduit. 
Reinstate system operation according to asset isolation, flow management plan and specifications. 
Restore work site to meet organisational, safety, environmental, and property owner requirements. 
Check inspection data and video records prior to removal of equipment for completeness, quality and accuracy. 
Compile conduit inspection reports and present to the client in the required format. 
Complete job documentation and communication according to asset owner or operator and statutory requirements. 
Identify the purpose of the inspection and the location, size, type and extent of the conduit assets. 
Determine the inspection method and equipment to be used. 
Conduct and document hazard identification and risk assessment and implement appropriate risk control processes. 
Establish and implement asset isolation, flow management plans and inspection schedules in consultation with the system operator. 
Arrange for preparation of the conduit and site for inspection. 
Set up, calibrate and operate equipment to suit the size, type and conditions of conduit according to relevant industry codes and specifications. 
Examine, record and report features of the conduit. 
Conduct routine maintenance of equipment. 
Diagnose and correct equipment malfunction. 
Recognise and respond to potential risks to equipment and/or system operation. 
Identify and code structural defects, service conditions and other features of the conduit. 
Record asset and inspection data using approved data capture software. 
Investigate and report unrecognisable defects, service conditions or other features. 
Identify a conduit at risk of imminent failure and communicate details to the system operator or owner. 
Identify and report defects or malfunctions of access structures. 
Clean and inspect equipment for damage during and after withdrawal from the conduit. 
Reinstate system operation according to asset isolation, flow management plan and specifications. 
Restore work site to meet organisational, safety, environmental, and property owner requirements. 
Check inspection data and video records prior to removal of equipment for completeness, quality and accuracy. 
Compile conduit inspection reports and present to the client in the required format. 
Complete job documentation and communication according to asset owner or operator and statutory requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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