Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver CPCPGS3023A, 'Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for work.

1.1. Appliance and equipment specifications and appropriate manufacturer manuals are obtained.

1.2. Safety (OHS) requirements associated with disconnecting and reconnecting Type A gas appliances, and workplace environmental requirements, are adhered to throughout the work.

1.3. Quality assurance requirements for company operations are identified and adhered to.

1.4. Tools, equipment and materials are selected consistent with disconnecting and reconnecting services, are checked for serviceability, and any faults are reported.

1.5. Appropriate test equipment is selected for the job.

1.6. Tasks are planned in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work.

2. Identify appliance requirements.

2.1. Appropriate appliance for gas supply type is selected in accordance with job specification.

2.2. Appliance installation is checked to ensure its compliance with relevant Australian standards.

2.3. Appliance is checked for safe operation and its performance is checked against specification.

2.4. Sustainability principles and concepts are applied to work preparation and application.

3. Disconnect and reconnect equipment.

3.1. Electrical safety check is carried out in accordance with state or territory authorities' procedures and statutory and regulatory authority requirements.

3.2. Safety-check data is recorded in format required by job specification.

3.3. Appliance is isolated from gas service in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

3.4. Work is carried out in accordance with job instruction without damage to surrounding equipment or structures.

4. Test operation of equipment.

4.1. Mechanical services, gas, water and other service connections are checked for leaks.

4.2. Appliance is operated to ensure it conforms to appliance specification.

4.3. Mechanical services equipment is adjusted in accordance with specification.

5. Clean up.

5.1. Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled according to legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification.

5.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures.

5.3. Information is accessed and documentation completed in accordance with workplace requirements.


Qualifications and Skillsets

CPCPGS3023A appears in the following qualifications:

  • CPC32411 - Certificate III in Plumbing
  • CPC32511 - Certificate III in Plumbing (Mechanical Services)
  • CPC32711 - Certificate III in Gas Fitting
  • CPC32411 - Certificate III in Plumbing
  • CPC32511 - Certificate III in Plumbing (Mechanical Services)
  • CPC32711 - Certificate III in Gas Fitting