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

SISCAQU415A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop aquatic facility maintenance procedures

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SISCAQU415A - Develop aquatic facility maintenance procedures
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop maintenance systems for an aquatic recreation facility.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to those working autonomously at aquatic leisure centres or community pools in roles such as program coordinators, swim school coordinators, recreation coordinators or duty managers.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
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 preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Assess and document uses and condition of the aquatic facility plant and equipment according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Inspect the aquatic facility plant and equipment to assess operational maintenance needs according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Identify and document priorities for action according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Identify potential sources of increased efficiency of the aquatic facility plant and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Identify aquaticfacility cost factors for services provided.
  • Develop and document preventative maintenance systems for the operation of the aquatic facility according to relevant legislation and occupational policies and procedures.
  • Assess staff training needs against current requirements and develop programs for implementing facility maintenance systems according to relevant legislation and occupational policies and procedures.
  • Develop security procedures to maintain the safety of facility, staff and patrons according to organisational policies and procedures.
       
Element: Implement procedures for preventative maintenance.
  • Provide training opportunities to address training needs in consultation with relevant parties.
  • Monitor effectiveness of training programs and modify as required.
  • Implement and monitor preventative inspection and maintenance schedule according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Monitor maintenance records and take corrective action as required according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Implement and monitor security system according to organisational policies and procedures.
       
Element: Evaluate maintenance systems.
  • Assess the effectiveness of maintenance systems according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Document and communicate improvements and changes to maintenance systems according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
       


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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

assesses facility cost factors and sources of increased efficiency to plan maintenance system within budget

monitors implementation of maintenance system to minimise inconvenience to facility users

assesses staff training needs to effectively implement facility maintenance procedures and develops, implements and evaluates staff training programs to meet organisational and regulatory requirements

develops, implements and monitors a security system that maintains the safety requirements of facility, staff and patrons

proposes recommendations to address inadequacies in facility maintenance systems and applies effective contingency management techniques to respond to and correct problems with maintenance procedures.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

development, implementation and evaluation of multiple maintenance programs for aquatic facilities, plant and equipment which are of sufficient breadth and complexity to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

access to a fully operational aquatic facility or pool environment

access to an aquatic operation for which a maintenance system would be developed

access to plant and equipment of an aquatic facility

access to comprehensive information about maintenance systems to allow the candidate to develop a tailored system

access to legislation and organisational policies and procedures relevant to the development of facility maintenance procedures.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

portfolio documenting the development of an aquatic facility maintenance system, including policies, procedures, staff training needs analysis, training programs and evidence of analysis of maintenance records

project or work activities conducted in conjunction with an industry operator to develop systems for a particular workplace

third-party reports on candidate's work from key stakeholders

case studies and problem-solving exercises to establish systems, policies and procedures for different workplace sizes and types

written or oral questioning or interview to assess knowledge of the legislative requirements of maintenance systems.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SISCAQU414A Develop pool water maintenance procedures.

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

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Required skills

problem-solving skills to:

assess operational maintenance needs of the aquatic facility

determine priorities for action

develop preventative maintenance systems

identify staff training needs and develop appropriate training opportunities

assess the effectiveness of facility maintenance systems

communication skills to:

elicit information from staff to assess training needs

facilitate implementation of aquatic facility maintenance procedures

language and literacy skills to:

complete required documentation for the operation of preventative maintenance systems

monitor maintenance records

use information to identify problems and take corrective action

planning and organisational skills to monitor maintenance schedules and security systems

numeracy skills to identify and assess cost factors for the efficient operation of the aquatic facility

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures that enable the:

assessment of the operational maintenance needs of the aquatic facility plant and equipment to ensure safety of facility users

development, implementation and monitoring of preventative maintenance systems for the operation of the aquatic facility

procedures and processes for plant and equipment operation to enable effective maintenance and management of aquatic facility

consultation and communication mechanisms to develop and implement procedural systems

plant and equipment manufacturer's specifications to enable appropriate operation and servicing procedures

factors affecting the operating cost of an aquatic facility to enable operations to be conducted within budgetary requirements

project management techniques to plan and implement preventative maintenance processes for an aquatic facility

training providers and products to ensure that staff are appropriately trained to implement aquatic facility maintenance procedures

security procedures to maintain the safety of the facility, staff and facility users

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Aquatic facility plant and equipment may include:

circulation plant

heating systems

lighting and ventilation systems

electrical control units and appliances

self-contained breathing apparatus

supplies.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

health and poisons acts

duty of care

dangerous goods act and regulations

metropolitan water supply, sewerage and drainage by-laws

environmental legislation

local government regulations

infectious diseases regulations

building codes and regulations

fire regulations.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

standard operating conditions and levels

occupational health and safety

consultation procedures

risk assessment and control

handling of hazardous substances

security

emergency evacuation.

Operational maintenanceneeds may include:

building and grounds maintenance

obtaining supplies

servicing and minor repairs of plant and equipment

replacement and redundancy of plant and equipment.

Aquatic facility cost factors may include:

faulty operation

cleaning requirements

consumables

replacement parts

utility costs

contractor costs.

Preventative maintenance systems may include:

maintenance schedules

preventative inspection

staffing capability and availability

security

signage

movement of equipment.

Staff training needs may include:

on-the-job training

public health regulatory requirements and maintenance programs

refresher courses

specialist training with external agencies

pre-season training.

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
Assess and document uses and condition of the aquatic facility plant and equipment according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Inspect the aquatic facility plant and equipment to assess operational maintenance needs according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify and document priorities for action according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify potential sources of increased efficiency of the aquatic facility plant and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify aquaticfacility cost factors for services provided. 
Develop and document preventative maintenance systems for the operation of the aquatic facility according to relevant legislation and occupational policies and procedures. 
Assess staff training needs against current requirements and develop programs for implementing facility maintenance systems according to relevant legislation and occupational policies and procedures. 
Develop security procedures to maintain the safety of facility, staff and patrons according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Provide training opportunities to address training needs in consultation with relevant parties. 
Monitor effectiveness of training programs and modify as required. 
Implement and monitor preventative inspection and maintenance schedule according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Monitor maintenance records and take corrective action as required according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Implement and monitor security system according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Assess the effectiveness of maintenance systems according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Document and communicate improvements and changes to maintenance systems according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 

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