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Use high pressure water jetting equipment

Use high pressure water jetting equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
MSMWJ202
State Code
ODO29
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/10/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/12/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
15/12/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use high pressure water jetting equipment under the supervision of a competent operator. The job may be to clean, prepare, abrade, cut or demolish concrete, steel or other plant, equipment, vessels or infrastructure. This work is undertaken using equipment that meets the requirements of a Class B system as defined by AS 4233.1 High pressure water jetting systems - Part 1: Safe operation and maintenance and in compliance with Safe Work Australia Guide for Managing Risks from High Pressure Water Jetting, its state/territory equivalent (where one exists) or the authorised replacement. The worksite may be a client’s site or a site belonging to the organisation.This unit reflects the skills of an operator working under supervision. For a competent operator who is able to operate autonomously MSMWJ304 Operate a high pressure water jetting system should be used.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia, including requirements for refresher training, must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Review required job details as part of team
  • 1.2 Complete site access and work control requirements
  • 1.3 Identify site hazards and required hazard controls
  • 1.4 Select, check, load and prepare required equipment under supervision
  • 1.5 Participate in toolbox meeting or similar
  • 1.6 Complete pre-work documentation to job requirements
2. Complete on-site preparation
  • 2.1 Confirm correct equipment is at job or site location
  • 2.2 Confirm job location, scope and requirements with supervisor
  • 2.3 Communicate with site authorities and obtain correct work permits as directed
  • 2.4 Read, interpret and follow job-related documentation as directed
  • 2.5 Check that required quantity and quality of water is available
  • 2.6 Check available waste disposal is adequate for all waste generated by job
  • 2.7 Report any deviations from requirements to supervisor
  • 2.8 Recognise and control job and site-specific hazards
3. Set up water jetting job
  • 3.1 Prepare worksite to comply with job, safety and environmental requirements
  • 3.2 Set up and prepare water jetting equipment in accordance with high pressure water jetting standards
  • 3.3 Communicate with other work groups as appropriate to ensure safe and efficient operation
  • 3.4 Establish appropriate means of communication between operators
  • 3.5 Ensure hazard controls and personal protective equipment (PPE) are operational and adequate
  • 3.6 Test emergency shut-off and report need for repair if not functional
4. Undertake water jetting job
  • 4.1 Start up high pressure water jetting equipment as directed
  • 4.2 Communicate with supervisor and any other operators as required by job
  • 4.3 Operate equipment as directed
  • 4.4 Monitor hazards and activate emergency stop as required
  • 4.5 Monitor job, conditions and equipment and maintain agreed real-time visual and verbal communication
  • 4.6 Recognise problems and resolve routine problems
5. Complete water jetting job
  • 5.1 Shut down high pressure water jetting equipment as directed
  • 5.2 Report job completion and any issues or incidents in accordance with site procedures
  • 5.3 Clean job site and equipment and ensure appropriate disposal of all waste
  • 5.4 Complete routine equipment servicing and store items in appropriate location
  • 5.5 Identify and action restock requirements for spares and consumables
  • 5.6 Participate in debrief
  • 5.7 Complete documentation to job requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWC12 MSMWJ201 Use high pressure water jetting equipment Unit of competency