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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 | At least first 3, Or, last 3 | Gas systems: Natural gas systems Transmission and distribution pipelines Control systems Custody transfer stations Odorising plant Corrosion control Interconnecting system LPG storage greater than 50kL Underground storage Tankers and ships |
| | B | At least 3 | Environmental hazards: Hazards associated with LPG Hazards associated with natural gas Geological features Soil types Neighbouring plants Residential areas Separation distances and emission and contamination hazards |
| | C | Any 1 | System logistics: Land and sea transport routes and equipment Transmission and distribution pipelines Land ownership and easements |
| | D | Any 2 | Resources: Appropriate/relevant persons Materials, tools and equipment Personal protective equipment Company standard operating procedures Equipment manuals Training resources |
| | E | At least 2 | Relevant persons: Company planners and marketers Department heads Business unit managers Company engineers and consultant engineers Technical specialists Statutory authorities and environmental specialists |
| | F | At least 2 | Legislative requirements: Occupational Health and Safety legislation Relevant Government Acts, regulations and codes of practice Local government traffic management |
| | G | At least 2 | Relevant authorities: Local and shire councils Local government authorities Emergency transport authorities Rail departments Landowners/Traditional land owners |
| | H | At least 8 | Relevant documentation: Contracts Specifications/drawings/plans Manufacturer's specifications Work permits Company standard operation and safety procedures Company management plans and policies Hot work permits Company forms and files OHS legislation and codes of practice Other Government legislation Pipeline licenses Quality assurance Commercial agreements |
| | I | All | Interpreting Gas Industry drawings Understanding of emergency management procedures Understanding of concepts and skills for Gas Industry supervisors Communication for Gas Industry supervisors Understanding of project management techniques Understanding of chemical and physical behaviours of gas Ability to manage environmental and cultural sensitive issues |
| | J | 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 preparing safe design specifications of a gas system. |
| 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 |
| UEGNSG120A | Manage gas system environmental compliance |
| 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; 2.5; 3.4; 3.5 |
How can information be collected, analysed and organised? | Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application: | 2 |
1.3; 1.9; 2.5 |
How are activities planned and organised? | Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application: | 2 |
1.2; 1.6; 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; 2.8 |
How are mathematical ideas and techniques used? | Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application: | 2 |
2.4 |
How are problem solving skills applied? | Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application: | 3 |
2.9 |
How is use of technology applied? | Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application: | 2 |
3.5 |
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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; 2.9 |
3 | Reflecting on the outcome and process of work task | Refer to the following Performance Criteria for examples of application: |
3.5; 3.6 |
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; 1.6; 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: |
2.9 |