Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, implement and evaluate maintenance schedules for an aquatic recreation facility.
This unit applies to those working autonomously at aquatic leisure centres or community pools in roles such as program coordinators, swim school coordinators, recreation coordinators or duty managers. Work is performed according to relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this 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. |
1. Plan maintenance procedures. | 1.1 Evaluate operational maintenance needs according to regulatory and business requirements. 1.2 Document uses and condition of the aquatic facility plant and equipment and identify priorities for action. 1.3 Identify potential sources of increased efficiency of the aquatic facility plant and equipment. 1.4 Identify human, physical and financial resources associated with needed maintenance of aquatic facility. 1.5 Integrate maintenance program with asset acquisition and disposal plans. 1.6 Schedule maintenance activities to minimise disruption to facility users and ensure that supplies are available. 1.7 Confirm, document and communicate maintenance procedures and costs according to organisational approval protocols. |
2. Implement maintenance procedures. | 2.1 Monitor completion of inspection and maintenance schedules. 2.2 Identify and assess failed or unsafe aquatic facility plant and equipment and determine underlying cause within scope of own role. 2.3 Identify and evaluate emergency situations and respond according to local regulatory and organisational procedures. 2.4 Remove defective equipment and/or facilities from operation and complete repairs within designated responsibility. 2.5 Arrange for required repairs to be carried out by qualified and/or licensed contractors and record actions taken. 2.6 Monitor maintenance records and take corrective action as required. 2.7 Communicate maintenance actions to appropriate staff or personnel. |
3. Evaluate maintenance procedures. | 3.1 Assess the effectiveness of maintenance systems against short and long-term maintenance requirements. 3.2 Identify and use alternative maintenance methods to maintain cost effectiveness. 3.3 Document and communicate improvements and changes to maintenance systems. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
develop and document maintenance procedures for at least one aquatic facility, incorporating consideration of:
circulation plant
heating systems
lighting or ventilation systems
disinfection systems
required supplies
servicing and repair
equipment replacement/redundancy
implement and evaluate maintenance procedures for at least one aquatic facility.
Evidence of Knowledge
Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
legislation and industry standards relevant to aquatic facility maintenance:
work health and safety/occupational health and safety
dangerous goods act and regulations
local government regulations
building codes and regulations
organisational policies and procedures:
standard operating conditions and levels
work health and safety/occupational health and safety
risk assessment and control
handling of hazardous chemicals
emergency evacuation
factors affecting the operating cost of an aquatic facility:
faulty operation
cleaning requirements
consumables
replacements (whole or part)
servicing and repair
utility costs
staff costs
contractor costs
plant and equipment manufacturer specifications in relation to operation, servicing and repair of:
circulation plant
heating systems
lighting and ventilation systems
disinfection systems
supplies
emergency situations that can occur with plant and equipment, and how to respond
project management techniques:
planning and scheduling
consultation and communication
evaluation.
Assessment Conditions
Skills must be demonstrated in:
a workplace or simulated aquatic facility or environment.
Assessment must ensure use of:
equipment and plant for which the candidate plans maintenance procedures
organisational policies, procedures and budget
equipment operating and maintenance instructions
resources to maintain facility and equipment.
Assessment activities that allow the individual to:
implement and monitor maintenance activity over time.
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance in this unit, but not explicit in the performance criteria are listed here, along with a brief context statement. | |
SKILLS | DESCRIPTION |
Reading skills to: | interpret technical content of regulatory requirements. |
Sectors
Community Recreation
Competency Field
Aquatics