Application
This unit describes the skills required to operate and check irrigation, stock and domestic supply systems to ensure the delivery of water.
This unit applies to those working as field and operational staff with responsibility for delivering raw water supplies to meet customer orders.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to WHS and flow measurement.
Those undertaking this unit would work independently or in a team, under direct supervision using own familiar resources as required, while performing routine tasks in range of familiar contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | 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 section. |
1. Interpret delivery requirements | 1.1 Schedule deliveries according to customer orders and delivery plan. 1.2 Monitor system flow rates or sources to ensure orders can be met. |
2. Operate irrigation or stock and domestic supply systems | 2.1 Identify and apply organisational requirements, plans, orders and schedules for the operation of irrigation or stock and domestic supply system. 2.2 Operate irrigation or stock and domestic supply system, using safe work methods and appropriate equipment. 2.3 Monitor deliveries, record adjustments and irregularities, and communicate as required. |
3. Identify and address issues | 3.1 Identify actual and potential problems that may reduce service standards and communicate to relevant personnel. 3.2 Resolve identified problems within own capability. 3.3 Record and report workplace activities. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
identifying and responding to operational problems
interpreting data
producing basic reports and logs
operating communications equipment
following plans, charts and instructions
communicating with customers and other employees
performing work related calculations
operating irrigation or stock and domestic supply system
checking channel flow and water deliveries
identifying control system faults
interpreting irrigation or drainage requirements
operating, adjusting and monitoring irrigation or drainage system
ensuring that water is delivered to schedule
identifying and reporting problems and irregularities
completing relevant records and reports
Evidence of Knowledge
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
impact of the principles of hydraulics on the operation of flows
layout of drainage or irrigation system
lock-out procedures for mechanical and electrical installations
relevant utilities and service bodies
communication systems
service requirements specified in customers’ contracts
risk factors and potential hazards involved with water system
equipment operation, capacity and limitations
effects of weather and conditions on operation of system, site and plant
flow measurement procedures
control systems
Assessment Conditions
Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.
Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.
Competency Field
Irrigation