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PMASUP344 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Monitor and control repairs and modifications on operational pipe

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PMASUP344 - Monitor and control repairs and modifications on operational pipe
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to monitor and control repairs and modifications on operational pipe.This unit of competency applies to operations technicians and those in similar roles who are required to ensure the work specifications are understood and correct preparations are made, confirm that work has been conducted to specifications, recommission the pipeline system after the work and testing is completed, and identify and respond to problems.It does not cover actually doing the repair/modification.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.This unit of competency aligns to AS 2885 Pipelines - Gas and liquid petroleum (Parts 2 and 3). No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.

The collection of performance evidence:

should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operations

will typically include a supervisor/third-party report focusing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency

must include monitoring of at least two (2) pipeline repairs and/or modifications, the use of appropriate tools, equipment and safety gear requiring demonstration of preparation, operation, completion and responding to problems

may use industry-based simulation for part only of the unit particularly where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.

Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:

walk-throughs

pilot plant operation

demonstration of skills

industry-based case studies/scenarios

‘what ifs’.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.

The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.

Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.

Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.

In addition, the assessor or anyone acting in subject matter expert role in assessment must demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they must assess with a subject matter expert who does meet these requirements.

Technical competence can be demonstrated through one or more of:

relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment

appropriate workplace experience undertaking the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

appropriate workplace experience supervising/evaluating the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

Currency can be demonstrated through one or more of:

being currently employed undertaking the type of work being assessed

being employed by the organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed and having maintained currency in accordance with that organisation’s policies and procedures

having consulted/had contact with an organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed within the last twelve months, the consultation/contact being related to assessment

conducting on-the-job training/assessments of the type of work being assessed

being an active member of a relevant professional body and participating in activities relevant to the assessment of this type of work.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Support
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 and plan for pipeline repair or modifications
  • Examine the work area and ensure there is adequate access to the affected section of the pipeline
  • Identify any on-site hazards or irregularities
  • Obtain plans, instructions, relevant codes and drawings of proposed works
  • Ensure pipeline repairers are aware of site hazards and confirm that a permit to work has been issued
  • Convey information concerning the identified repair/modification to all parties concerned with the repair
  • Inform third-parties of the need for access to the site, as necessary
       
Element: Monitor pipe welding, cutting and fabrication
  • Ensure the pipeline system is prepared in accordance with procedures and made safe for work to commence
  • Monitor the work to ensure that welding, stoppling or modifications are carried out according to the approved work plan
  • Verify that the necessary inspection and testing is conducted on the repaired or modification area
  • Confirm that test results are valid and that the work has been conducted to specification
  • Facilitate site clean-up to remove waste materials and debris and restore the site to original condition
  • Sign off the permit to work at the completion of the work
  • Ensure that all environmental and heritage obligations are met
       
Element: Recommission pipeline
  • Contact the control centre and advise when repairs are completed successfully and arrange for the system to be brought back on line
  • Where the line has been manually isolated, restore pipeline operation when authorised to do so
  • Inspect the area of the pipeline subject to the permit to work for any sign of leakage or defects
  • Confirm the pipeline is holding pressure and the system is meeting operational requirements
       
Element: Complete reports and documentation
  • Complete site reports and documentation as required by regulatory bodies or company procedures
  • Ensure site drawings are updated to show accurate location of repair or modification
  • Liaise with relevant company departments to ensure all records and drawings are updated to reflect the repair/modification
       
Element: Control hazards
  • Identify hazards in the pipeline system work area
  • Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures and duty of care
       
Element: Respond to problems
  • Identify possible problems in pipeline or process
  • Determine problems needing action
  • Determine possible fault causes
  • Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility
  • Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
  • Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person
       


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.

1

Prepare and plan for pipeline repair or modifications

1.1

Examine the work area and ensure there is adequate access to the affected section of the pipeline

1.2

Identify any on-site hazards or irregularities

1.3

Obtain plans, instructions, relevant codes and drawings of proposed works

1.4

Ensure pipeline repairers are aware of site hazards and confirm that a permit to work has been issued

1.5

Convey information concerning the identified repair/modification to all parties concerned with the repair

1.6

Inform third-parties of the need for access to the site, as necessary

2

Monitor pipe welding, cutting and fabrication

2.1

Ensure the pipeline system is prepared in accordance with procedures and made safe for work to commence

2.2

Monitor the work to ensure that welding, stoppling or modifications are carried out according to the approved work plan

2.3

Verify that the necessary inspection and testing is conducted on the repaired or modification area

2.4

Confirm that test results are valid and that the work has been conducted to specification

2.5

Facilitate site clean-up to remove waste materials and debris and restore the site to original condition

2.6

Sign off the permit to work at the completion of the work

2.7

Ensure that all environmental and heritage obligations are met

3

Recommission pipeline

3.1

Contact the control centre and advise when repairs are completed successfully and arrange for the system to be brought back on line

3.2

Where the line has been manually isolated, restore pipeline operation when authorised to do so

3.3

Inspect the area of the pipeline subject to the permit to work for any sign of leakage or defects

3.4

Confirm the pipeline is holding pressure and the system is meeting operational requirements

4

Complete reports and documentation

4.1

Complete site reports and documentation as required by regulatory bodies or company procedures

4.2

Ensure site drawings are updated to show accurate location of repair or modification

4.3

Liaise with relevant company departments to ensure all records and drawings are updated to reflect the repair/modification

5

Control hazards

5.1

Identify hazards in the pipeline system work area

5.2

Assess the risks arising from those hazards

5.3

Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures and duty of care

6

Respond to problems

6.1

Identify possible problems in pipeline or process

6.2

Determine problems needing action

6.3

Determine possible fault causes

6.4

Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility

6.5

Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred

6.6

Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include the ability to:

ensure work, safety and permit requirements are conveyed clearly to relevant parties

ensure preparations, work and testing are carried out according to requirements

identify hazards and risks and apply risk control procedures

communicate effectively with team/workgroup, supervisors and other personnel

distinguish between causes of problems/alarm/fault indications, such as:

leakages

blockages

instrument failure

mechanical failure

ice formation

flow variations

recognise early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems

complete forms and documentation.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

welding and cutting techniques on operational pipeline systems

hot tap and stoppling techniques

inspection techniques

pipeline codes and standards

pipeline drawings and plans

the operation of pipe cutting equipment

the operation of lifting and moving equipment

fitting of pipeline repair clamps and sleeves

excavation of pipelines

regulatory framework

organisation procedures, including those covering

safety, emergency and hazard control

work permit systems

maintenance

quality assurance

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

hierarchy of control.

Submission Requirements

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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.

1

Prepare and plan for pipeline repair or modifications

1.1

Examine the work area and ensure there is adequate access to the affected section of the pipeline

1.2

Identify any on-site hazards or irregularities

1.3

Obtain plans, instructions, relevant codes and drawings of proposed works

1.4

Ensure pipeline repairers are aware of site hazards and confirm that a permit to work has been issued

1.5

Convey information concerning the identified repair/modification to all parties concerned with the repair

1.6

Inform third-parties of the need for access to the site, as necessary

2

Monitor pipe welding, cutting and fabrication

2.1

Ensure the pipeline system is prepared in accordance with procedures and made safe for work to commence

2.2

Monitor the work to ensure that welding, stoppling or modifications are carried out according to the approved work plan

2.3

Verify that the necessary inspection and testing is conducted on the repaired or modification area

2.4

Confirm that test results are valid and that the work has been conducted to specification

2.5

Facilitate site clean-up to remove waste materials and debris and restore the site to original condition

2.6

Sign off the permit to work at the completion of the work

2.7

Ensure that all environmental and heritage obligations are met

3

Recommission pipeline

3.1

Contact the control centre and advise when repairs are completed successfully and arrange for the system to be brought back on line

3.2

Where the line has been manually isolated, restore pipeline operation when authorised to do so

3.3

Inspect the area of the pipeline subject to the permit to work for any sign of leakage or defects

3.4

Confirm the pipeline is holding pressure and the system is meeting operational requirements

4

Complete reports and documentation

4.1

Complete site reports and documentation as required by regulatory bodies or company procedures

4.2

Ensure site drawings are updated to show accurate location of repair or modification

4.3

Liaise with relevant company departments to ensure all records and drawings are updated to reflect the repair/modification

5

Control hazards

5.1

Identify hazards in the pipeline system work area

5.2

Assess the risks arising from those hazards

5.3

Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures and duty of care

6

Respond to problems

6.1

Identify possible problems in pipeline or process

6.2

Determine problems needing action

6.3

Determine possible fault causes

6.4

Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility

6.5

Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred

6.6

Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person

This field allows for different 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.

Regulatory framework

The latest version of all legislation, regulations, industry codes of practice and Australian/international standards, or the version specified by the local regulatory authority, must be used, and include one or more of the following:

legislative requirements, including work health and safety (WHS)

industry codes of practice and guidelines

environmental regulations and guidelines

Australian and other standards

licence and certification requirements

All operations to which this unit applies are subject to stringent health, safety and environment (HSE) requirements, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation, and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and HSE requirements, the HSE requirements take precedence.

Procedures

All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures.

Procedures are written, verbal, visual, computer-based or in some other form, include one or more of the following:

emergency procedures

work instructions

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

safe work method statements (SWMS)

formulas/recipes

batch sheets

temporary instructions

any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant

Hazards

Hazards include one or more of the following:

electricity

gas

gases and liquids under pressure

structural hazards

structural collapse

equipment failures

industrial (machinery, equipment and product)

equipment or product mass

noise, rotational equipment or vibration

plant services (steam, condensate and cooling water)

limited head spaces or overhangs

working at heights, in restricted or confined spaces, or in environments subjected to heat, noise, dusts or vapours

flammability and explosivity

hazardous products and materials

unauthorised personnel

sharp edges, protrusions or obstructions

slippery surfaces, spills or leaks

extreme weather

remoteness

other hazards that might arise

Routine problems

Routine problems are predictable and have known solutions and include one or more of the following:

lifting equipment failures

fire and explosion

burns

atmospheric hazards

manual handling hazards

static electricity

Non-routine problems

Non-routine problems are unexpected problems, or variations of previous problems and must be resolved by applying operational knowledge to develop new solutions, either individually or in collaboration with relevant experts, to:

determine problems needing action

determine possible fault causes

develop solutions to problems which do not have a known solution

follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred

report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person

Operational knowledge includes one or more of the following:

procedures

training

technical information, such as journals and engineering specifications

remembered experience

relevant knowledge obtained from appropriate people

Pipeline system

This unit of competency includes all such items of equipment and unit operations which form part of the pipeline system, including as appropriate to the facility:

non-destructive testing equipment, such as radiographic, dye penetrant and ultrasonic

pipe cutting and repair equipment

air/gas movers

lifting equipment

plans and drawings

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
Examine the work area and ensure there is adequate access to the affected section of the pipeline 
Identify any on-site hazards or irregularities 
Obtain plans, instructions, relevant codes and drawings of proposed works 
Ensure pipeline repairers are aware of site hazards and confirm that a permit to work has been issued 
Convey information concerning the identified repair/modification to all parties concerned with the repair 
Inform third-parties of the need for access to the site, as necessary 
Ensure the pipeline system is prepared in accordance with procedures and made safe for work to commence 
Monitor the work to ensure that welding, stoppling or modifications are carried out according to the approved work plan 
Verify that the necessary inspection and testing is conducted on the repaired or modification area 
Confirm that test results are valid and that the work has been conducted to specification 
Facilitate site clean-up to remove waste materials and debris and restore the site to original condition 
Sign off the permit to work at the completion of the work 
Ensure that all environmental and heritage obligations are met 
Contact the control centre and advise when repairs are completed successfully and arrange for the system to be brought back on line 
Where the line has been manually isolated, restore pipeline operation when authorised to do so 
Inspect the area of the pipeline subject to the permit to work for any sign of leakage or defects 
Confirm the pipeline is holding pressure and the system is meeting operational requirements 
Complete site reports and documentation as required by regulatory bodies or company procedures 
Ensure site drawings are updated to show accurate location of repair or modification 
Liaise with relevant company departments to ensure all records and drawings are updated to reflect the repair/modification 
Identify hazards in the pipeline system work area 
Assess the risks arising from those hazards 
Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures and duty of care 
Identify possible problems in pipeline or process 
Determine problems needing action 
Determine possible fault causes 
Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility 
Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred 
Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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