Maintain pressurised irrigation systems

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Registered Training Organisations
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Carry out pre- and post-season maintenance

1.1. Equipment is prepared pre-season for effective operation in accordance with design specifications and enterprise standards.

1.2. System is flushed, cleaned, closed down and maintained post-season in accordance with design specifications and enterprise standards.

1.3. Equipment requiring storage is dismantled, loaded, transported and stored without damage according to enterprise standards and safe working practices.

2. Carry out routine maintenance activities on pressurised irrigation delivery systems

2.1. All maintenance activities are carried out according to the maintenance program and the manufacturer's specifications.

2.2. Mechanical equipment is serviced in accordance with the operator's manual or as directed.

2.3. Supply and distribution systems are flushed and cleaned with sprinklers, emitters and/or drip line tapes replaced as directed.

2.4. Outlets, strainers, pump screens and filters are cleaned and replaced as directed.

2.5. System is visually inspected for leaks, operating faults and dry areas, and observations recorded in the maintenance book.

2.6. Operation area is maintained in a clean and safe condition, and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) procedures are followed.

3. Maintain system components

3.1. System maintenance is carried out at scheduled times using equipment and materials in accordance with enterprise standards and manufacturer's specifications.

3.2. Parts are inspected for wear or blockage and reported or replaced according to enterprise guidelines.

3.3. Outlets are removed and cleaned and damaged ones are reassembled and replaced according to manufacturer's specifications.

3.4. Operation area is maintained in a clean and safe condition, and OHS procedures are followed.

4. Record and report maintenance activities

4.1. All damage and blockage caused by pests and vermin is recorded by damage type, location and the section of the system affected.

4.2. Damage or faulty pumps, valves, electrical components and computer systems are recorded and reported, and action taken to effect repairs.

4.3. All routine maintenance activities are recorded and reported in accordance with enterprise standards.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCIRG206A appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC20410 - Certificate II in Horticulture
  • AHC20710 - Certificate II in Production Nursery
  • AHC20610 - Certificate II in Parks and Gardens
  • AHC21510 - Certificate II in Floriculture
  • AHC20810 - Certificate II in Retail Nursery
  • AHC20910 - Certificate II in Sports Turf Management
  • AHC21110 - Certificate II in Irrigation
  • AHC21610 - Certificate II in Landscaping
  • AHC20110 - Certificate II in Agriculture
  • FPI20111 - Certificate II in Forest Growing and Management
  • FPI20113 - Certificate II in Forest Growing and Management