Application
This unit describes the skills required to undertake inspection of basic dams and water storages and to conduct routine maintenance according to organisational maintenance plans and manufacturer specifications.
This unit applies to those working as field staff with specific responsibility for undertaking basic surveillance and routine maintenance on dams and storages, including urban reservoirs and large wastewater lagoons.
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.
Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing routine tasks in a limited 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. Undertake inspection | 1.1 Select, fit and use safety equipment, including personal protective equipment. 1.2 Carry out routine inspections of dams and storages. 1.3 Read seepage flow device gauge and use table to translate, and record information. 1.4 Identify assets and structural components requiring routine maintenance or repairs. |
2. Undertake maintenance of dam or storage equipment and structures | 2.1 Select and check equipment and materials required for maintenance and repair tasks. 2.2 Carry out routine maintenance. 2.3 Operate basic flow control, measuring, surveillance and ancillary devices as part of routine checks. |
3. Report on dam or storage inspection and maintenance | 3.1 Communicate abnormal observations and potentially serious maintenance issues with line management. 3.2 Complete dam inspection reports and routine maintenance reports and forward to relevant personnel. |
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.
undertaking visual inspections
exercising valves
performing work-related calculations
measuring and recording seepage flow
operating controls and ancillary equipment according to standard operating procedures
following policies, procedures and standards
using safety and personal protective equipment
adjusting mechanical and electrical systems
identifying control system faults
conducting routine inspections of dams and storages according to organisational requirements
taking readings from specified devices
identifying and reporting repair and maintenance requirements
conducting routine basic maintenance according to organisational maintenance plans
completing inspection and maintenance 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.
visual and electronic inspection procedures
equipment operation, capacity and limitations
system layout
risk factors and potential hazards of surface water systems
routine maintenance procedures
communication and reporting systems
basic dam design
risks to dams
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
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