Application
This unit describes the skills required to inspect, operate, measure and report on groundwater usage and system performance.
This unit applies to those working as field and operational staff with a specific responsibility for inspecting and checking groundwater sources.
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.
Those undertaking this unit would work under indirect supervision while performing routine tasks in a familiar context, ensuring minimum damage to the environment.
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. Inspect and report on source performance and usage | 1.1 Carry out routine inspections of groundwater bores. 1.2 Collect and record data on groundwater usage and/or bore levels. 1.3 Collect and record water samples. 1.4 Select, fit and use required safety equipment, including personal protective equipment. |
2. Check pumps and meters | 2.1 Test bore pumps and check flow meters to determine accuracy. 2.2 Adjust pumps and flow meters to conform to the allocation permit. |
3. Operate and coordinate processes | 3.1 Measure and record extraction volumes. 3.2 Check extraction volumes for compliance with entitlement. |
4. Complete documentation | 4.1 Record inspection results. 4.2 Report source data. |
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.
solving operational problems
calculating flows
following standard operating procedures
identifying control system faults
using safety equipment and personal protective equipment
identifying potential sources of contamination
performing inspection, regulation, operation, measurement and reporting of groundwater systems
inspecting groundwater bores
collecting and recording data
collecting samples
testing and adjusting pumps and flow meters to produce required flows
recording extraction volumes and checking for compliance
completing relevant documentation
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.
properties of stored water
communication systems
principles of hydraulics
system layout
control systems
equipment operation
relevant utilities and service bodies
hazardous materials handling
effects of weather and conditions on bulkwater assets
principles of soil mechanics
concrete structure, strengths and deterioration
construction procedures
risk management techniques
WHS
organisational and statutory requirements
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
Source