This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out work activities in a gas industry environment.

It includes following workplace procedures to correctly and safely carry out gas industry work activities using appropriate materials, tools and measuring devices.

The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a license or permit to practice in the workplace.

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

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare to carry out basic work activities

1.1

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS), environmental and sustainable energy measures and workplace policies and procedures relevant for the workplace are identified, obtained and applied

1.2

Job requirements and workplace procedures for the workplace are obtained and discussed with relevant person/s to confirm the work schedule

1.3

Hazards are identified and reported to relevant person/s to assess risks and control measures implemented in accordance with workplace procedures

1.4

Work is confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures to ensure work activities are carried out effectively

1.5

Tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the work are identified, obtained and checked for correct operation and safety in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions

1.6

Materials, plans, diagrams, drawings and resources required for the work are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures

1.7

Workplace preparation, safety plan and work schedule are confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures

2

Carry out basic work activities

2.1

WHS/OHS risk control measures, schedule of work and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed

2.2

Machines/plant/equipment are confirmed as being safe in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures

2.3

Materials, tools, equipment and measuring devices required for the work are selected and used correctly and safely in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures

2.4

Work is carried out to the required quality standard, without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, equipment, the surrounding environment or services and using sustainable energy principles

2.5

Unplanned events are referred to immediate supervisor for directions in accordance with workplace procedures

2.6

Work activity quality and safety checks are carried out in accordance with work instructions

3

Complete work and relevant documentation

3.1

WHS/OHS risk control measures for work completion are followed

3.2

Workplace is tidied, reinstated and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures

3.3

Tools, equipment and measuring devices are cleaned, checked and securely stored in accordance with workplace procedures

3.4

Relevant person/s are notified of work completion in accordance with workplace procedures

3.5

Relevant documentation is completed and provided to relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the UEG Gas Industry Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Gas Industry

Cross Discipline