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

UEGNSG120A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage gas system environmental compliance

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency UEGNSG120A - Manage gas system environmental compliance
Description 1) This Unit covers the skills and knowledge required to ensure that all gas installations and assets comply with legal, environmental, Occupational Health and Safety and community standards. This competency standard refers to Gas systems; Legislative compliance; Environmental issues; Safety issues and Relevant personnel.
Employability Skills Refer to the Evidence Guide
Learning Outcomes and Application 3) This competency standard shall apply to any basic and safe work site where Gas Industry operations occur. It could also apply, where applicable to other workplaces in the electricity supply industry (transmission and distribution and generation), the electrotechnology industry and the water industry, subject to all Occupational Health and Safety and duty of care requirements being met for the workplace.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Prerequisite Unit(s) 2) Competencies2.1) Granting of competency in this unit shall be made only after competency in the following unit(s) has/have been confirmed: 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: Identify and document environmental issues for a proposed gas system
  • OHS principles and practices and Environmental and Sustainable Energy procedures which may influence the system are reviewed and determined
  • Legislative requirements are identified and impact assessments are conducted or arranged as appropriate according to established procedures
  • Organisational established procedures on policies and specifications for the work are obtained or established with the appropriate personnel
  • Testing parameters are established from organisational established procedures on policies and specifications
  • Testing procedures are discussed with persons in order to ascertain the project brief
  • Equipment, tools and personal protective equipment are selected and coordinated based on specified requirements and established procedures
  • Work roles and tasks are allocated according to requirements and individual's competencies
  • Work is prioritised and sequenced for the most effective outcome, completed within an acceptable timeframe to a quality standard and in accordance with established procedures
  • Liaison and communication issues with authorised personnel, authorities, clients and land owners are resolved and activities coordinated to carry out work
  • Risk control measures are identified, prioritised and evaluated against the work schedule
  • Relevant work permits are secured to coordinate the performance of work according to requirements and established procedures
       
Element: Facilitate negotiations for compliance with all Regulations, Standards
  • All internal and external stakeholders are identified and relevant and qualified persons are consulted on compliance needs
       
Element: and Codes of Practice
  • Negotiated decisions are made on the basis of safety and environmental compliance and effective outcomes according to requirements and established procedures
  • Technical advice is given regarding hazards, assessed risks and control measures so that monitoring can be undertaken and appropriate authorities consulted, where necessary, in accordance with requirements and established procedures
  • Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills are applied to analyse specific data and compare it with compliance specifications to ensure completion of the project within an agreed timeframe according to requirements
  • Work teams are arranged to ensure planned goals are met according to established procedures
  • Solutions to non-routine problems are identified and actioned, using acquired Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills, according to requirements
  • Quality of work is monitored against personal performance agreement and established organisational and professional standards
  • Strategic plans are developed incorporating organisation initiatives as per established procedures
       
Element: Review environmental and OHS management plans for a gas system
  • Environmental and OHS risks and their likely impacts for a gas system on the installation assets and to communities are identified and analysed to determine control options
  • Options for addressing potential impacts are identified, proposed and costed
  • Requisite environmental and OHS management strategies are determined and recommendations made according to company policies, procedures and processes
  • Final inspections of the work are undertaken to ensure they comply with all requirements and include all specifications and documentations needed to complete the project
  • Persons are notified of completion and reports and completion documents are finalised
  • Reports and completion documents are submitted to relevant personnel and organisations for approval and where applicable, statutory or regulatory approval
  • Approved copies of documents are issued and records are updated in accordance with established 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.

8) The Evidence Guide forms an integral part of this Unit and shall be used in conjunction with all components parts of this unit and performed in accordance with the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Overview of Assessment

8.1)

Longitudinal competency development approaches to assessment, such as Profiling, require data to be reliably gathered in a form that can be consistently interpreted over time. This approach is best utilised in Apprenticeship programs and reduces assessment intervention. It is the Industry's preferred model for apprenticeships. However, where summative (or final) assessment is used it is to include the application of the competency in the normal work environment or, at a minimum, the application of the competency in a realistically simulated work environment. It is recognised that, in some circumstances, assessment in part or full can occur outside the workplace. However, it must be in accord with industry and regulatory policy in this regard.

Methods chosen for a particular assessment will be influenced by various factors. These include the extent of the assessment, the most effective locations for the assessment activities to take place, access to physical resources, additional safety measures that may be required and the critical nature of the competencies being assessed.

The critical safety nature of working with electricity, electrical equipment, gas or any other hazardous substance/material carries risk in deeming a person competent. Hence, sources of evidence need to be 'rich' in nature so as to minimise error in judgment.

Activities associated with normal every day work have a bearing on the decision as to how much and how detailed the data gathered will contribute to its 'richness'. Some skills are more critical to safety and operational requirements while the same skills may be more or less frequently practised. These points are raised for the assessors to consider when choosing an assessment method and developing assessment instruments. Sample assessment instruments are included in the Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

8.2)

Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites shall be met.

Evidence for competence in this unit shall be considered holistically. Each element and associated Performance Criteria shall be demonstrated on at least two occasions in accordance with the 'Assessment Guidelines UEG06'. Evidence shall also comprise:

A representative body of Performance Criteria demonstrated within the timeframes typically expected of the discipline, work function and industrial environment. In particular this shall incorporate evidence that shows a candidate is able to:

Implement Occupational Health and Safety workplace procedures and practices including the use of risk control measures as specified in the Performance Criteria and range

Apply sustainable energy principles and practices as specified in the Performance Criteria and range

Demonstrate an understanding of the essential knowledge and associated skills as described in this unit to such an extent that the learner's performance outcome is reported in accordance with the preferred approach; namely a percentile graded result, where required by the regulated environment

Demonstrate an appropriate level of skills enabling employment

Conduct work observing the relevant Anti discrimination legislation, regulations, polices and workplace procedures

Demonstrate performance across a representative range of contexts from the prescribed items below:

Range of tools/equipment/materials/procedures/
workplaces/other variables

Group No

The minimum number of items on which skill is to be demonstrated

Item List

A

Any 1

Gas systems

Natural gas transmission, distribution and storage

Liquefied petroleum gas tanker and ship transport

Storage and processing terminals and distribution systems

B

All

Legislative compliance

Occupational Health and Safety legislation

Relevant Government Acts, regulations and codes of practice

Australian Standards and Codes of Practice

Environmental legislative requirements

C

All

Environmental issues;

Political, legal, community and aesthetic impact of installations

D

All

Safety issues

Occupational Health and Safety operatives

Ongoing maintenance of facilities

Emergency plans

Safety cases and environmental impact assessments for major hazardous facilities (MHFs)

E

At least 6

Relevant personnel:

Managers

Other supervisors

Inter-company departments

Other utilities

Council representatives

Producers, transporters/shippers

Consultants

Government bodies/agencies

Refinery personnel

Customers

Land owners/Traditional land owners

F

All

Relevant authorities:

Government authorities

Land owners both current and traditional

Local councils

Land management groups

Other utilities

In-house quality control groups and management

G

All

Interpreting Gas Industry drawings

Understanding emergency management

Ability to apply project management techniques

Understanding chemical and physical behaviours of gas

Managing environmental and cultural sensitive issues

H

At least one occasion

Deal with an unplanned event by drawing on essential knowledge and associated skills to provide appropriate solutions incorporated in the holistic assessment with the above listed items

Context of and specific resources for assessment

8.3)

This unit should be assessed as it relates to normal work practice using procedures, information and resources typical of a workplace. This should include:

OHS policy and work procedures and instructions.

Suitable work environment, facilities, equipment and materials to undertake actual work as prescribed by this Unit.

Appropriate environmental regulation and work practices.

Appropriate organisational requirements.

Appropriate work environment, equipment and tools.

In addition to the resources listed above, in Context of and specific resources for assessment, evidence should show demonstrated competency in managing gas system environmental compliance.

Assessment of this competency must also be undertaken in either an actual workplace or under a simulated work environment. Assessment must also integrate the key competencies.

Method of assessment

8.4)

This Unit shall be assessed by methods given in Volume 1, Part 3 'Assessment Guidelines'.

Note Competent performance with inherent safe working practices is expected in the Industry to which this Unit applies. This requires that the specified Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills are assessed in a structured environment which is primarily intended for learning/assessment and incorporates all necessary equipment and facilities for learners to develop and demonstrate the Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills described in this unit.

Concurrent assessment and relationship with other units

8.5)

There are no recommended concurrent assessments with this unit, however in some cases efficiencies may be gained in terms of learning and assessment effort being concurrently managed with allied Units where listed.

UEGNSG117A

Plan and implement the data acquisition and metering requirements of a gas system

UEGNSG118A

Select and commission equipment to meet pressure and temperature control specifications

UEGNSG119A

Manage workplace risk

UEGNSG121A

Prepare and design specifications for a gas system

UEGNSG115A

Manage gas system projects

UEGNSG122A

Manage a customer service gas business unit

UEGNSG123A

Manage financial resources

UEGNSG116A

Manage physical resources

Key Competencies

8.6)

Evidence that particular key competencies have been achieved within this Unit is in the context of the following Performance Criteria of evidence. See Volume 2, Part 4 for an explanation of Key Competencies and levels of this Training Package.

Key Competencies

Example of Application

Performance Level

How are ideas and information communicated within this competency?

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

3

1.9; 2.2; 3.6

How can information be collected, analysed and organised?

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

2

1.3; 2.3; 2.8

How are activities planned and organised?

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

2

1.2; 1.4; 1.5; 1.7; 1.8; 1.10

How is team work used within this competency?

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

2

1.8; 2.1; 2.2; 2.5

How are mathematical ideas and techniques used?

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

N/A

How are problem solving skills applied?

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

2

2.6

How is use of technology applied?

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

2

3.7

Skills Enabling Employment

8.7)

Evidence that competency in this unit incorporates skills enabling employment is in the context of the following performance.

Skills for Employment

Example of Application

1

Developing and using skills within a real workplace

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

All

2

Learning to learn in the workplace

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

1.3; 2.8

3

Reflecting on the outcome and process of work task

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

3.6; 3.7

4

Interacting and understanding of the context of the work task

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

1.3; 1.8; 1.9

5

Planning and organising the meaningful work task

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

1.2; 1.4; 1.5; 1.7; 1.8; 1.10

6

Performing the work task in non-routine or contingent situations

Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application:

2.6


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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)


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.

6) This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Evidence shall show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices for managing gas system environmental compliance. The extent of the essential knowledge and associated skills (EKAS) required is given in Volume 2 - Part 2.2 EKAS. It forms an integral part of this unit.

G 4.1.5

Interpreting Gas Industry drawings

G 5.1.1

Gas Industry concepts for supervising operations

G 5.1.3

Emergency management

G 6.1.1

Concepts and skills for Gas Industry supervisors

G 6.1.2

Management information required for Gas Industry supervisors

G 6.1.6

Project Management

G 6.1.7

Chemical and physical behaviours of gas

G 6.1.8

Managing environmental and cultural sensitive issues

7) This relates to the competency standard unit as a whole providing the range of contexts and conditions to which the Performance Criteria apply. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.

This Unit shall/may be demonstrated in relation to basic use of managing gas system environmental compliance.

The following constants and variables included in the element/Performance Criteria in this unit are fully described in the Definitions Section of this volume and form an integral part of the Range Statement of this unit:

Gas systems

Legislative compliance

Environmental issues

Safety issues

Relevant personnel

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
OHS principles and practices and Environmental and Sustainable Energy procedures which may influence the system are reviewed and determined 
Legislative requirements are identified and impact assessments are conducted or arranged as appropriate according to established procedures 
Organisational established procedures on policies and specifications for the work are obtained or established with the appropriate personnel 
Testing parameters are established from organisational established procedures on policies and specifications 
Testing procedures are discussed with persons in order to ascertain the project brief 
Equipment, tools and personal protective equipment are selected and coordinated based on specified requirements and established procedures 
Work roles and tasks are allocated according to requirements and individual's competencies 
Work is prioritised and sequenced for the most effective outcome, completed within an acceptable timeframe to a quality standard and in accordance with established procedures 
Liaison and communication issues with authorised personnel, authorities, clients and land owners are resolved and activities coordinated to carry out work 
Risk control measures are identified, prioritised and evaluated against the work schedule 
Relevant work permits are secured to coordinate the performance of work according to requirements and established procedures 
All internal and external stakeholders are identified and relevant and qualified persons are consulted on compliance needs 
Negotiated decisions are made on the basis of safety and environmental compliance and effective outcomes according to requirements and established procedures 
Technical advice is given regarding hazards, assessed risks and control measures so that monitoring can be undertaken and appropriate authorities consulted, where necessary, in accordance with requirements and established procedures 
Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills are applied to analyse specific data and compare it with compliance specifications to ensure completion of the project within an agreed timeframe according to requirements 
Work teams are arranged to ensure planned goals are met according to established procedures 
Solutions to non-routine problems are identified and actioned, using acquired Essential Knowledge and Associated Skills, according to requirements 
Quality of work is monitored against personal performance agreement and established organisational and professional standards 
Strategic plans are developed incorporating organisation initiatives as per established procedures 
Environmental and OHS risks and their likely impacts for a gas system on the installation assets and to communities are identified and analysed to determine control options 
Options for addressing potential impacts are identified, proposed and costed 
Requisite environmental and OHS management strategies are determined and recommendations made according to company policies, procedures and processes 
Final inspections of the work are undertaken to ensure they comply with all requirements and include all specifications and documentations needed to complete the project 
Persons are notified of completion and reports and completion documents are finalised 
Reports and completion documents are submitted to relevant personnel and organisations for approval and where applicable, statutory or regulatory approval 
Approved copies of documents are issued and records are updated in accordance with established procedures 

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