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

RIICPL301D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Install water mains pipelines

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIICPL301D - Install water mains pipelines
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to install water mains pipelines in Civil Construction.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level

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: Plan and prepare for installing water mains pipelines
  • Access, interpret and apply water mains pipelines documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work/plans/specifications requirements
  • Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements
  • Select and check for faults, equipment/tools for work activities
  • Identify, confirm and apply environmental protection requirements
  • Select and wear personal correct protective equipment
  • Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
       
Element: Set out and excavate
  • Prepare work area and materials
  • Determine and apply dewatering requirements
  • Determine the location, alignment direction, level and grade of mains pipe system
  • Set out works to specification
  • Advise plant operator of excavation requirements and monitor levels
  • Install mains pipe system support mechanism
       
Element: Install mains pipeline
  • Lower and place pipes in position
  • Join pipes correctly
  • Place pipes and fit valves, fittings and flow control devices
  • Continuously check, alignment level and grade for conformance
  • Position side support and/or overlay beside the pipes
  • Check mains pipe system support structure
  • Monitor backfill procedure and ensure work is completed to specification
  • Construct valve chambers, minor structures and thrust blocks
       
Element: Test mains pipe system
  • Perform mains pipe system test procedures establishing pressurisation, functionality and serviceability
  • Record in writing and report test results
       
Element: Clean up
  • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
  • Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
       


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.

1. Plan and prepare for installing water mains pipelines

1.1 Access, interpret and apply water mains pipelines documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work/plans/specifications requirements

1.3 Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements

1.4 Select and check for faults, equipment/tools for work activities

1.5 Identify, confirm and apply environmental protection requirements

1.6 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.7 Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks

1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Set out and excavate

2.1 Prepare work area and materials

2.2 Determine and apply dewatering requirements

2.3 Determine the location, alignment direction, level and grade of mains pipe system

2.4 Set out works to specification

2.5 Advise plant operator of excavation requirements and monitor levels

2.6 Install mains pipe system support mechanism

3. Install mains pipeline

3.1 Lower and place pipes in position

3.2 Join pipes correctly

3.3 Place pipes and fit valves, fittings and flow control devices

3.4 Continuously check, alignment level and grade for conformance

3.5 Position side support and/or overlay beside the pipes

3.6 Check mains pipe system support structure

3.7 Monitor backfill procedure and ensure work is completed to specification

3.8 Construct valve chambers, minor structures and thrust blocks

4. Test mains pipe system

4.1 Perform mains pipe system test procedures establishing pressurisation, functionality and serviceability

4.2 Record in writing and report test results

5. Clean up

5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies applicable legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient installation of water mains pipelines including:

applying problem solving and troubleshooting techniques

applying diagnostic techniques

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the installation of water mains pipelines that meets all of the required outcomes including:

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others

demonstrates completion of installation of water mains pipelines that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

determining the location, alignment direction, level and grade of mains pipe system

installing the support mechanism

installing a minimum of hundred (100) metres of water mains pipeline

completing pipe joins to specifications

performing pressurisation, functionality and serviceability test to specifications

maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in installing water mains pipelines through:

accessing, interpreting and applying the legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

hazard identification, risk assessment and response

using JSA/JSEA/safe work method statements

project quality measures

using tools/equipment

maintaining excavation/trench safety

confined space entry

site dewatering

using safety data sheets and materials handling methods

using civil construction terminology

using mains pipe systems and installation procedures

identifying mains pipe and utility services

using concrete and concrete fabrication

using sedimentation and erosion controls

reading and interpreting engineering drawings

identifying equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

managing site mains water pressure

identifying valves and flow control devices

construction of water reticulation

calculating pipeline grades and percentages

identifying site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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1. Plan and prepare for installing water mains pipelines

1.1 Access, interpret and apply water mains pipelines documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work/plans/specifications requirements

1.3 Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements

1.4 Select and check for faults, equipment/tools for work activities

1.5 Identify, confirm and apply environmental protection requirements

1.6 Select and wear correct personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.7 Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks

1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Set out and excavate

2.1 Prepare work area and materials

2.2 Determine and apply dewatering requirements

2.3 Determine the location, alignment direction, level and grade of mains pipe system

2.4 Set out works to specification

2.5 Advise plant operator of excavation requirements and monitor levels

2.6 Install mains pipe system support mechanism

3. Install mains pipeline

3.1 Lower and place pipes in position

3.2 Join pipes correctly

3.3 Place pipes and fit valves, fittings and flow control devices

3.4 Continuously check, alignment level and grade for conformance

3.5 Position side support and/or overlay beside the pipes

3.6 Check mains pipe system support structure

3.7 Monitor backfill procedure and ensure work is completed to specification

3.8 Construct valve chambers, minor structures and thrust blocks

4. Test mains pipe system

4.1 Perform mains pipe system test procedures establishing pressurisation, functionality and serviceability

4.2 Record in writing and report test results

5. Clean up

5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment

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
Access, interpret and apply water mains pipelines documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work/plans/specifications requirements 
Identify, obtain and implement traffic signage requirements 
Select and check for faults, equipment/tools for work activities 
Identify, confirm and apply environmental protection requirements 
Select and wear personal correct protective equipment 
Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Prepare work area and materials 
Determine and apply dewatering requirements 
Determine the location, alignment direction, level and grade of mains pipe system 
Set out works to specification 
Advise plant operator of excavation requirements and monitor levels 
Install mains pipe system support mechanism 
Lower and place pipes in position 
Join pipes correctly 
Place pipes and fit valves, fittings and flow control devices 
Continuously check, alignment level and grade for conformance 
Position side support and/or overlay beside the pipes 
Check mains pipe system support structure 
Monitor backfill procedure and ensure work is completed to specification 
Construct valve chambers, minor structures and thrust blocks 
Perform mains pipe system test procedures establishing pressurisation, functionality and serviceability 
Record in writing and report test results 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment 

Forms

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