Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to troubleshoot faults and blockages in irrigation systems.
It applies to individuals who take responsibility for own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Locate and identify faulty components and blockages | 1.1 Determine irrigation system and component function 1.2 Check and review monitoring and maintenance records 1.3 Carry out operational tests 1.4 Identify and document faulty components and blockages |
2. Shut down and isolate component | 2.1 Apply shut down sequence and isolation procedures 2.2 Verify safe shutdown or isolation 2.3 Install safety or security lock off devices and signage |
3. Replace faulty components and clear blockages | 3.1 Organise access to faulty components and blockages 3.2 Remove faulty components and repair or dispose of 3.3 Select and install replacement components 3.4 Replace faulty components and clear blockages 3.5 Clear blockages or replace blocked sections |
4. Return system to normal operating status | 4.1 Return isolated or shutdown components to service 4.2 Carry out operational tests 4.3 Return system to normal operational set-up 4.4 Report and record repair activities |
Evidence of Performance
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
carry out operational tests
identify adverse environmental impacts of irrigation activities and appropriate remedial action
operate, maintain and repair irrigation systems
shut down and isolate components
Evidence of Knowledge
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
characteristics and operation of replaceable components of irrigation systems
environmental impacts of irrigation using water from any ground or underground source
isolation procedures
purchasing procedures
system malfunctions and their likely causes
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
Sectors
Irrigation (IRG)