CPPSPS4012
Design, install, service and repair automated systems for swimming pools and spas


Application

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to design, install, service and repair automated systems for swimming pools and spas. It includes preparing for work; designing, installing, programming, testing and servicing swimming pool and spa automated systems; troubleshooting faults in the systems; and completing installation, service and repair activities.

The unit supports the work of those engaged in installing, servicing and repairing domestic, commercial and public swimming pools and spas. It applies to swimming pool and spa technicians.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Prepare for work.

1.1.

Applicable provisions of Australian standards, and legislative, manufacturer and enterprise requirements are identified and followed.

1.2.

Work instructions are obtained, reviewed and confirmed.

1.3.

Design is completed, and installation, service and/or repair requirements are confirmed in line with enterprise procedures.

1.4.

Designed automated system or component to be installed, serviced or repaired is identified and confirmed in line with enterprise requirements.

1.5.

Required tools, materials and equipment are selected and checked for correct operation and safety.

1.6.

Potential and existing risks and hazards in the work area are identified and controlled in line with work health and safety (WHS) and enterprise requirements.

1.7.

Sustainability principles are applied to work preparation and application.

2.

Design and test automated system and components for swimming pool or spa.

2.1.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used.

2.2.

Automated system is designed in line with manufacturer requirements.

2.3.

Automated system or component is installed and programmed in line with relevant Australian standards and manufacturer, client and enterprise requirements.

2.4.

Installation work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required.

2.5.

Automated system or component is tested and validated in line with manufacturer specifications.

3.

Service automated system.

3.1.

Service and maintenance requirements are identified from manufacturer specifications.

3.2.

Replacement components are checked and fitted in line with manufacturer specifications.

3.3.

Automated system is serviced in line with manufacturer instructions.

4.

Troubleshoot faults in automated system.

4.1.

Logical processes, including the application of basic principles, system knowledge and experience, are used in conjunction with technical manuals to ensure efficient and accurate troubleshooting of faults.

4.2.

Defects are located and causes of defects are identified and recorded in maintenance documentation, including where required, any other systems disturbed.

4.3.

Specialist advice is obtained, where required and available, to assist with the troubleshooting process.

4.4.

Components are repaired or replaced in line with manufacturer instructions.

4.5.

Repair work is coordinated with relevant licensed personnel as required.

4.6.

Appropriate personnel are sourced to undertake repairs or replacement activities that are outside scope of own expertise, require specialist skills or equipment, or must be performed by licensed personnel.

4.7.

Fault finding and repair or replacement activities are carried out using sustainability practices and without unnecessary waste of materials or damage to equipment and the surrounding environment or services.

4.8.

Automated system is commissioned in line with manufacturer specifications.

5.

Complete installation, repair and service activities.

5.1.

Automated system is installed or reinstated to operational condition in line with work instructions.

5.2.

Work area is restored to original condition and checked for safety hazards, waste is disposed of, and tools and equipment are cleaned and stored.

5.3.

Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to swimming pool or spa automated system, environs, tools and equipment are reported for repair or replacement.

5.4.

Notification of work completion is made in line with enterprise procedures.

5.5.

Information is provided to clients on compliance of swimming pool or spa and environs with safety legislation.

5.6.

Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained.

Evidence of Performance

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.

The person must also meet client, enterprise, and where appropriate manufacturer, requirements relating to swimming pools and spas when demonstrating safe procedures while:

designing one automated system

installing one automated system

servicing one automated systems, troubleshooting routine and complex faults

repairing one automated system or component, troubleshooting routine and complex faults.

In doing the above, the person must:

interpret work instructions

select and use personal protective equipment (PPE)

complete design, installation, repair or service according to client and enterprise requirements.


Evidence of Knowledge

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission product safety guidelines

automated systems for swimming pools and spas:

purpose of system

actuator valves

basic operating principles

common faults

components

connectivity

functions

maintenance procedures

programming

scheduling and run times

sensors

types, operation, installation, commissioning and servicing of automated systems:

dosing

heating

lighting

pool and spa controllers

pool cleaning

valving

water treatment

automation:

basic principles

digital controllers

microprocessors

programmable controllers

commonwealth, state or territory legislation, and local government regulations, Australian standards, and codes of practice impacting on the design, installation, service and repair of automated systems for swimming pools and spas relating to:

dangerous goods

electrical and plumbing regulations controlling conduct of electrical and plumbing work

environmental protection

environmental health

private and public swimming pools and spas

waste disposal

work health and safety (WHS)

electronics principles relating to:

circuits

diagrams

safety

testing and test equipment

electrical safety principles

safe chemical-handling principles relating to swimming pool and spa automated systems

water testing:

equipment

parameters

techniques

test results.


Assessment Conditions

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

PPE

materials:

swimming pool and spa automated system components and fittings

technical manual for swimming pool and spa automated system

physical conditions:

assessment activities are performed in the context of performing design, installation, service and repair activities on a domestic, commercial or public swimming pool or spa.

Assessment activities are performed on an individual basis under general supervision.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.


Foundation Skills

This section describes the language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills essential to performance in this unit but not explicit in the performance criteria.

Skill

Performance feature

Learning skills to:

maintain up-to-date knowledge of servicing requirements and techniques for repair of automated systems.

Numeracy skills to:

interpret routine and non-routine graphical information relating to maintenance of automated systems.

Oral communication skills to:

ask questions to clarify design, installation, servicing and repair requirements.

Reading skills to:

access technical information in manufacturer manuals on components of automated systems.

Technology skills to:

use tools and equipment required to design, install, repair and maintain automated systems.

Writing skills to:

complete routine and non-routine workplace documentation accurately and legibly.


Range Statement

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Service and maintenance requirements must include:

adjustments

cleaning

confirming operation of system

identifying worn parts

inspecting

lubricating

programming automated systems

replacing consumable or worn parts

routine repairs

testing.

Troubleshooting must include:

identifying standard faults using relevant manuals and specifications as required

identifying from first principles faults beyond available maintenance data for automated systems for swimming pool or spa

fault finding during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance activities

individual activities or troubleshooting tasks performed during the supervision of other personnel.


Sectors

Swimming pools and spas