This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to inspect and fill liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders, and complete work and relevant documentation.

It includes carrying out the work using appropriate materials, tools and equipment in accordance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, regulations and workplace procedures.

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 fill LPG cylinders

1.1

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

1.2

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

1.3

Recommendations to assist with the filling of gas cylinders are made to others involved in the work in accordance with workplace procedures

1.4

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

1.5

Resources, including equipment, tools and personal protective equipment (PPE), required for the job are obtained and checked for correct operation and safety in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions

1.6

Responsibilities for first aid, emergencies and other related work safety procedures for an incident at the work site are checked and confirmed with relevant person/s to ensure safety measures are followed

1.7

Client issues are referred to relevant persons in accordance with industry and community, industry standards and workplace procedures

1.8

Work site is prepared in accordance with job instructions, work schedule and workplace procedures to minimise risk and damage to property, commerce and individuals

2

Inspect and fill LPG cylinders

2.1

WHS/OHS policies, procedures and safe work practices are followed to eliminate or minimise incidents and hazards

2.2

Hazardous activities associated with filling LPG cylinders are conducted in accordance with job instructions, safety requirements and workplace procedures

2.3

Cylinders are inspected for leaks and soundness in accordance with job instructions, industry standards, regulations and workplace procedures

2.4

Cylinders with defects, including leaks and damage, are identified, marked and quarantined and hazards and WHS/OHS risks are reported to authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures

2.5

Filling of gas cylinders is carried out in accordance with job instructions, industry standards, regulations and workplace procedures

2.6

Problems associated with the filling of gas cylinders are dealt with by using problem-solving techniques in accordance with workplace procedures, industry standards and regulations

2.7

Unplanned situations are responded to in accordance with workplace procedures, in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment

2.8

Quality and safety checks of the work are undertaken in accordance with job instructions, industry standards and workplace procedures

3

Complete work and relevant documentation

3.1

Appropriate manual handing techniques are applied when moving full cylinders to designated storage areas or onto vehicles

3.2

Accidents and incidents are actioned, as required, and reported to authorised person/s in accordance with workplace procedures

3.3

Work site is cleaned up and made safe in accordance with job instructions and workplace procedures

3.4

Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are cleaned, checked and returned to storage in accordance with workplace procedures

3.5

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

3.6

Work completion records, report forms and data sheets are completed accurately in accordance with job instructions and 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.

inspecting and filling cylinders must include one (1) of the following methods at a cylinder filling installation compliant with industry standards:

by weight using scales

by decanting

by dispenser pump

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