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Size and install consumer gas piping systems

Size and install consumer gas piping systems

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPGS3056
State Code
OCN88
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
09/03/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to size and install consumer gas piping.In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify installation requirements.
  • 1.1 Access, read and determine consumer gas service installation requirements from job specifications, relevant Australian Standards, codes, manufacturer’s specifications and jurisdictional requirements.
  • 1.2 Identify and apply workplace policies and procedures, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
2 Prepare for work.
  • 2.1 Estimate material quantities.
  • 2.2 Create a materials list and collect materials.
  • 2.3 Select appropriate tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE).
3 Size and Install gas piping system.
  • 3.1 Perform sizing of gas piping system.
  • 3.2 Set out and install consumer gas piping system.
  • 3.3 Test gas piping system using appropriate testing equipment.
  • 3.4 Repair any identified leaks and retest.
  • 3.5 Purge gas piping system.
  • 3.6 Complete documentation according to regulatory requirements and workplace procedures.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability reporting any damage, store and secure.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF902 CPCPGS3056A Install gas piping systems Unit of competency
WF903 CPCPGS3057A Size consumer gas piping systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGB7 CPC32720 Certificate III in Gas Fitting Qualification
BGC2 CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing Qualification