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

PRMPFES18B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Hydrostatic test portable and wheeled CO2 fire extinguishers

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PRMPFES18B - Hydrostatic test portable and wheeled CO2 fire extinguishers
Description This unit of competency covers the restricted procedures for pressure testing CO2 fire extinguishers, which can only be carried out at a licensed testing station. All work in this area must be completed in accordance with relevant legislative, industry, customer and organisational requirements, including occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures.
Employability Skills Not Applicable
Learning Outcomes and Application Not Applicable
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not Applicable
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: Interpret and comply with legal and industry requirements relating to service operations
  • Apply knowledge and understanding of legislative and industry requirements, including relevant state/territory building codes, to work procedures
  • Where necessary, confirm or clarify knowledge and understanding of legislative and industry requirements, including state/territory building codes with relevant persons
  • Identify potential and actualbreaches of legislative and industry requirements and take action according to organisational requirements and OHS policies and procedures
       
Element: Hydrostatic test portable and wheeled CO2 fire extinguishers
  • Comply with requirements to obtain certification for pressure testing according to the relevant current Australian Standards
  • Comply with safety procedures for pressure testing CO2fire extinguishers
  • Complete hydrostatic (pressure) testing of portable and wheeled CO2 fire extinguishers according to work procedures and the relevant current Australian Standards
  • Report faulty or damaged extinguishers according to work procedures and the relevant current Australian Standards
       


Evidence Required

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Competence is assessed by authorised personnel from Quality Assurance Services or other appropriately credentialed certification bodies. Arrangements for assessment, including knowledge and skills required are set out by licensed testing station policies and procedures. Satisfactory performance is recorded as a signatory on the pro forma for a licensed testing station. This is a mandatory regulatory requirement and applies to all applicable worksites in Australia.

Key competency levels

There are a number of processes learnt throughout work and daily life that are required in all jobs. They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work environments. Some of these work processes are covered by the key competencies listed below. Information provided to each question highlights how these processes are applied in this unit of competency.

The number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency should be demonstrated.

1

Perform the process

2

Perform and administer the process

3

Perform, administer and design the process

How can information be collected, analysed and organised (2)?

Gather information from a number of sources, including Australian Standards, relating to servicing portable and wheeled CO2 extinguishers in order for accurate hydrostatic testing to occur.

How can communication of ideas and information (1) be applied?

Discuss and verify role and responsibilities with work group to ensure compliance with Australian Standards and organisational requirements.

How are activities planned and organised (2)?

Plan testing activities with regard to assembling appropriate tools and hardware.

How can teamwork (1) be applied?

Provide support and assistance within work groups.

How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques (1) be applied?

Apply basic mathematical techniques during testing activities and adhering to designated timelines.

How can problem-solving skills (2) be applied?

Identify potential problems during testing activities especially ambiguous information received from information sources and processes to be followed when unusual faults are detected.

How can the use of technology (1) be applied?

Demonstrate understanding technological principles required in testing processes.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Refer to Evidence Guide

The range statement links the required knowledge and organisational and technical requirements to the workplace context. It describes any contextual variables that will be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit.

Legislative and industry requirements may include:

relevant Commonwealth and state/territory building Acts/regulations/codes

OHS legislation, codes and regulations

relevant current Australian Standards e.g. AS1851

Building Code of Australia

dangerous goods regulations

licensing arrangements

environmental regulations

building surveyor requirements

other relevant legislation (including international and shipping/marine codes) relating to fire protection equipment

Australian petroleum industries' requirements.

Work procedures may include:

instructions from colleagues/supervisor/manager

specific customer requirements

assignment instructions

equipment manufacturers' requirements

reporting and documentation requirements

personal protective equipment requirements.

Customer requirements may include:

provision of routine services

provision of non-routine or urgent services

confirmation of, or variations to, service instructions

sighting work permits

sign-in/out procedures for entry to or exit from premises

written or verbal confirmation of services provided and/or future maintenance schedule.

Relevant persons may include:

team leaders

supervisors

managers

colleagues

customers.

Potential and actual breaches of legislative and industry requirements could be identified by:

direct observation

as part of workplace quality assurance teams.

Organisational requirements may be located in quality assurance and/or procedures manuals relating to:

legal and organisational policy/guidelines

personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles, responsibilities and delegations

legislation relevant to the service operation

OHS policies, procedures and programs

documentation and information systems and processes

use of electronic job scheduling and communication devices.

OHS policies and procedures may relate to:

employer/employee rights and responsibilities

the OHS hierarchy of control

assessing the work site for hazards and risks prior to preparing the work site for the work procedure

displaying signs and/or utilising barriers in the work area

hazard and risk identification and reporting

risk assessment and control measures

incident/accident investigation

OHS audits and safety inspections

safe operating procedures/instructions including:

working safely around electrical wiring, cables and overhead powerlines

working safely around tools and equipment

working safely on ladders and raised platforms

risk and hazard recognition

emergency procedures

awareness of electrical hazards

following confined spaces procedures

utilising personal protective equipment including:

safety glasses or goggles

safety boots or shoes

hard hat

ear muffs or plugs

appropriate gloves and overalls

sun hat

dust mask

equipment maintenance and use

use and storage of hazardous substances

First Aid.

Requirements to obtain certification for pressure testing: Licensed test stations reside within National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA).

Safety procedures for pressure testing CO2fire extinguishers: refer to the relevant Australian Standards.

Note: Australian Standards are frequently revised and users must always check for currency.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Apply knowledge and understanding of legislative and industry requirements, including relevant state/territory building codes, to work procedures 
Where necessary, confirm or clarify knowledge and understanding of legislative and industry requirements, including state/territory building codes with relevant persons 
Identify potential and actualbreaches of legislative and industry requirements and take action according to organisational requirements and OHS policies and procedures 
Comply with requirements to obtain certification for pressure testing according to the relevant current Australian Standards 
Comply with safety procedures for pressure testing CO2fire extinguishers 
Complete hydrostatic (pressure) testing of portable and wheeled CO2 fire extinguishers according to work procedures and the relevant current Australian Standards 
Report faulty or damaged extinguishers according to work procedures and the relevant current Australian Standards 

Forms

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