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

UEGNSG705 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Disconnect and reconnect small capacity gas meters

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency UEGNSG705 - Disconnect and reconnect small capacity gas meters
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to disconnect, replace and reconnect small capacity (union connected) gas meters and associated components by a designated gas industry person, complete work and relevant workplace records and documentation. It includes using tools and equipment to test the customer gas piping system and associated meter connection filters, regulators and components for tightness. This unit applies to any safe work site where small capacity gas meters are installed, and subject to all work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and duty of care requirements being met for the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Support Services
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: Prepare to disconnect, replace and reconnect gas meters
  • Instructions for the work are obtained and confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Job requirements and workplace procedures for the work are discussed with relevant person/s to confirm the work schedule
       
Element: Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental and sustainable energy measures and workplace policies and procedures are obtained and applied
       
Element: Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks assessed and control measures prioritised, implemented and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Scope of responsibility under the relevant work permit/authorisations is obtained and confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Resources, including equipment, tools, materials and personal protective equipment (PPE), required to undertake gas meter work are identified, obtained and checked for correct operation and safety in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
       
Element: Responsibilities for work safety and emergency procedures at the work site are confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Relevant persons are consulted to ensure the appliance relight is coordinated effectively with others involved
       
Element: Client issues are referred to appropriate person/s in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures
       
Element: Work site is prepared, safety plan and work schedule are confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Disconnect, replace and reconnect gas meters
  • WHS/OHS risk control measures, schedule of work and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed
       
Element: Materials, tools, equipment and devices to perform gas meter work are selected and used correctly and safely in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
       
Element: Operational knowledge for utilising correct and safe use of basic equipment and tools to perform gas meter work is confirmed
       
Element: Gas meter work is undertaken using stray current testing and protection in accordance with industry standards, regulations and workplace procedures
       
Element: Customer piping system, meter connections, filters, regulators and associated components are tested for tightness in accordance with industry standards, regulations and workplace procedures
       
Element: Gas meters, filters and regulators are stored and transported in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
       
Element: Work is carried out to the required quality standard, without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, equipment, and the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy principles
       
Element: Hazard warnings and safety signs are recognised, hazards assessed and WHS/OHS risks reported to authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Unplanned events are referred to relevant person/s for further instructions in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Quality and safety checks of the work are undertaken in accordance with job instructions, industry standards and workplace procedures
       
Element: Complete work and relevant documentation
  • WHS/OHS risk control measures for work completion measures and procedures are followed
       
Element: Final checks, including visual observation, are performed to ensure quality of work complies with manufacturer instructions, industry standards and regulations
       
Element: Relevant person/s are notified of work completion in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Equipment, tools and any surplus resources and materials are cleaned, checked and stored securely or disposed of in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Work area is tidied and made safe in accordance with job instructions and workplace procedures
       
Element: Work completion records and documentation are completed in accordance with job instructions and workplace 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

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.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the UEG Gas Industry Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

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
Instructions for the work are obtained and confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
WHS/OHS risk control measures, schedule of work and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
WHS/OHS risk control measures for work completion measures and procedures are followed 
 
 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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