This unit of competency applies to the connection and installation of storage tanks to a residential or commercial water distribution pipe system, which may be a new work site or an existing structure being renovated, extended, restored or maintained.
Carry out WHS requirements |
1 | Prepare for work. | 1.1 | Plans and specifications are obtained. |
1.2 | Work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements associated with connecting static storage tanks to a water supply system are followed. | ||
1.3 | Quality assurance requirements are identified and followed according to workplace requirements. | ||
1.4 | Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work. | ||
1.5 | Tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment, are selected and checked for serviceability. | ||
1.6 | Work area is prepared to support efficient connection and installation. |
2 | Identify installation requirements. | 2.1 | Required materials that comply with relevant Australian standards and job specifications are determined from plans and specification. |
2.2 | Sustainability principles and concepts are observed when preparing for and undertaking work process. | ||
2.3 | Quantities of required materials are calculated from plans and specifications. | ||
2.4 | Materials and equipment are ordered and collected according to workplace procedures. | ||
2.5 | Materials and equipment are checked for compliance with relevant Australian standards, docket and order form, and for acceptable condition. |
3 | Install and test storage tank. | 3.1 | Storage tank and associated pipework are set out according to plans, specifications and job instructions. |
3.2 | Pipe supports and fixings that comply with relevant Australian standards are installed to plans and manufacturer specifications. | ||
3.3 | Tank, piping and materials are installed according to plans, specifications and relevant Australian standards. | ||
3.4 | Jointing systems are confirmed as compliant with relevant Australian standards. | ||
3.5 | Installed system is pressure tested and commissioned according to relevant Australian standards and job specifications. | ||
3.6 | Test data is recorded in format required by job specifications and quality assurance procedures. |
4 | Clean up. | 4.1 | Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled according to legislation, regulations, codes of practice |
4.2 | Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored according to manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures. | ||
4.3 | Information is accessed and documentation completed |
Required skills |
communication skills to: access information determine requirements enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and understand follow and give instructions record test results in writing use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences use and interpret non-verbal communication, such as hand signals literacy skills to: complete workplace documentation read and interpret: documentation from a variety of sources plans and specifications record test results in writing numeracy skills to apply measurements and calculations planning and organising skills to: plan and sequence tasks with others plan and set out work teamwork skills to: work with others to action tasks relate to people from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities technical skills to: determine system requirements for installation of a static storage tank identify and report faults in tools, equipment and materials technology skills to: access and understand site-specific instructions in a variety of media use mobile communications technology |
Required knowledge |
characteristics and application of different pipe fittings and fixture supports, including fixing and joining techniques function and operation of a range of taps and valves job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements (SWMS) levelling and alignment processes pressure test systems and procedures procedures for accessing information and processes for calculating material requirements process for connecting static storage tanks relevant statutory requirements related to the connection of static storage tanks SI system of measurement structural systems, building materials and building services workplace and equipment safety requirements |
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 | This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment providing that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate plumbing and services workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to: locate, interpret and apply relevant information, Australian standards and specifications to connect static water storage tanks apply safety requirements throughout the work sequence, including electrical safety requirements and the use of personal protective clothing and equipment connect residential or commercial static water storage tanks according to backflow protection principles as a minimum, given the plans and specifications, connecting and commissioning an approved static water storage tank to a residential or commercial water distribution pipe system to include correct air gap, operational water level, overflow requirements, minimum outlet size, tank placement, safe tray and safe waste (to meet the specified location and installation requirements) ensuring: application of sustainability principles and concepts correct identification of requirements, design and details of the proposed installation correct selection and use of appropriate processes, tools and equipment completion of all work to specification compliance with regulations, relevant Australian standards, and organisational quality procedures and processes communicating and working effectively and safely with others. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | This unit of competency is to be assessed using relevant Australian standards and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints. Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context. Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements. Resource implications for assessment include: an induction procedure and requirement realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the minimum task requirements relevant specifications and work instructions tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices support materials appropriate to activity workplace instructions relating to safe working practices and addressing hazards and emergencies MSDS research resources, including industry-related systems information. Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. |
Method of assessment | Assessment methods must: satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments. Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that: competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person’s demonstrated ability and applied knowledge all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence. Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed. Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff. |
Guidance information for assessment | This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example: CPCPRF2023A Collect and store roof water CPCPWT3023A Install and commission water heating systems. |
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. | |
Work health and safety is to be according to commonwealth, state and territory legislation and regulations and may include: | handling materials hazard control personal protective clothing and equipment prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices safe operating procedures, including recognising and preventing hazards associated with: electricity hazardous materials and substances service lines surrounding structures and facilities trip hazards use of tools and equipment work site visitors and the public working at heights working in proximity to others use of firefighting equipment use of first aid equipment workplace environment and safety. |
Environmental requirements cover water quality management and may include: | clean-up protection stormwater protection waste management. |
Quality assurance requirements may include: | Australian standards environment policy Environment Protection Authority (EPA) internal company quality assurance policy and risk management strategy International Standards Organisation site safety plan workplace operations and procedures. |
Tools and equipment may include: | chain blocks cutting and threading equipment elevated work platforms forklifts hand and mechanical excavation equipment hand and power tools hand trolleys hoists and jacks ladders lifting and load shifting equipment rollers scaffolds testing equipment trench shoring equipment welding equipment. |
Materials may include: | copper, brass, polymer or cement-lined cast iron pipes fibre glass, steel or polymer storage tanks other approved pipes and materials. |
Sustainability principles and concepts: | cover the current and future social, economic and environmental use of resources may include: selecting appropriate material to ensure minimal environmental impact efficient energy and water use efficient use and recycling of material, including minimising evaporation siting of tank overflow disposal and reuse disposing of waste material to ensure minimal environmental impact. |
Information may include: | charts and hand drawings instructions issued by authorised organisational or external personnel manufacturer specifications and instructions material safety data sheets (MSDS) memos organisation work specifications and requirements plans and sketches regulatory and legislative requirements, particularly those pertaining to: building codes WHS and environmental requirements plumbing regulations relevant Australian standards safe work procedures relating to connecting static storage tanks signage verbal, written and graphical instructions work bulletins work schedules, plans and specifications. |
Unit sector | Plumbing and services |
This unit contains employability skills.
In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.