This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to construct and lay polyethylene gas distribution mains.

It includes constructing and laying polyethylene gas distribution mains using relevant tools and equipment, completing necessary documentation, and working safely in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant legislative, industry standard and code of practice requirements.

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 construct and lay polyethylene gas distribution mains

1.1

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

1.2

Job requirements, including alignment of main and services and workplace procedures for the site, are discussed with relevant person/s to confirm the work schedule

1.3

WHS/OHS, environmental and sustainable energy policies and procedures are obtained and applied in accordance with workplace procedures

1.4

Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks are assessed and control measures prioritised, implemented and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures

1.5

Scope of work and level of responsibility under the relevant work permit and/or notification is confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures

1.6

Equipment, tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) required to carry out the work are identified, obtained and checked for correct operation and safety in accordance with workplace procedures

1.7

Relevant person/s are consulted to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved

1.8

Materials, plans, diagrams, drawings and resources required to construct and lay polyethylene gas distribution mains are confirmed, scheduled and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures

1.9

Safety and emergency response procedures and responsibilities for an incident are checked and confirmed with relevant person/s

1.10

Third-party issues are referred to relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures

1.11

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

1.12

Road signs, barriers and warning devices are positioned in accordance with job instructions, workplace procedures and traffic management plans

2

Construct and lay polyethylene gas distribution mains

2.1

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

2.2

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

2.3

Hazardous activities are conducted safely in accordance with WHS/OHS workplace procedures and job instructions

2.4

Excavation bed/trench is prepared for laying of polyethylene gas pipe in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures

2.5

Construction and laying of polyethylene gas distribution mains are conducted in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures

2.6

Materials are prepared, aligned, constrained and jointed in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures

2.7

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

2.8

WHS/OHS risks, incidents and accidents are reported to the immediate authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures

2.9

Unplanned events are referred to authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures

2.10

Quality and safety checks of work and testing of pipework is carried out in accordance with industry standards, work instructions and workplace procedures

3

Complete work and relevant documentation

3.1

WHS/OHS and environmental risk control measures for work completion are followed

3.2

Work site is rehabilitated, cleaned up and made safe in accordance with and workplace procedures

3.3

Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials 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 appropriate 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

Gas Distribution