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Verify compliance and functionality of fire protection system installations

Verify compliance and functionality of fire protection system installations

Unit of competency
National Code
UEEEC0076
State Code
OBZ39
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2021
Field of Education
031317 - Electronic Equipment Servicing
Original Release Date
12/07/2021
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to verify compliance and functionality of fire protection system installations.It includes testing and visual inspection for verifying that a fire protection system and components are safe and comply with requirements and functions. It also includes working safely, conducting compliance tests, conducting visual inspections, identifying non-compliance defects and mandatory reporting requirements.The skills and knowledge described in this unit require a licence or permit to practice in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 volt (V) alternating current (a.c.) or 120 V direct current (d.c.). Competency development activities in this unit are subject to regulations directly related to licensing. Where a licence or permit to practice is not held, skills and knowledge described in this unit require a relevant contract of training, such as an Australian Apprenticeship. Additional and/or other conditions may apply in some jurisdictions subject to regulations related to electrical work. Practice in the workplace and during training is also subject to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations.No other licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to verify fire protection installation
  • 1.1 WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures for a given work area are identified and applied
  • 1.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed in preparation for work activities
  • 1.3 Safety hazards that have not previously been identified are assessed, noted and job safety assessments and risk control measures determined and implemented
  • 1.4 Appropriate person/s is consulted to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved on the worksite
  • 1.5 Location of fire protection system components is determined from job specifications and diagrams
  • 1.6 Inspection and tests are appropriately sequenced in accordance with job schedule and workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Materials needed for the fire protection system tests and verification are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked against job requirements
  • 1.8 Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to verify compliance are obtained in accordance with workplace procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
2 Visually inspect fire protection installation
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out verification work activities are followed
  • 2.2 Circuits/machines/plant are checked and isolated in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Cabling/wiring is checked for appropriate type and size
  • 2.4 Cabling/wiring accessories and fire alarm warning components are validated as being suitably located, securely fixed and suitably protected from damage or corrosion
  • 2.5 Accessories and components are validated as being appropriately rated and meeting functional requirements
  • 2.6 Fire protection equipment compliance is verified in accordance with safety and functional requirements
  • 2.7 Unplanned situations are responded to in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment
  • 2.8 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of relevant person/s
  • 2.9 Inspection is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to fire protection apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
3 Conduct fire protection compliance tests
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures and workplace procedures for carrying out fire protection testing are followed
  • 3.2 Back-to-base facilities and system interfaces are isolated in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Testing and measuring of live work and operating system is conducted in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and within workplace safety procedures
  • 3.4 Circuits/machines/plant/other system interfaces are checked and isolated to ensure the system is not activated during testing in accordance with WHS/OHS requirements and workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Electrical inspections and tests are conducted to verify the electrical circuit within the fire installation is safe and functional in accordance with job specifications
  • 3.6 System tests are conducted to verify that the fire protection equipment and cabling/wiring within the fire protection installation is safe and functions as intended
  • 3.7 Unplanned situations are responded to in accordance with workplace procedures in a manner that minimises risk to personnel and equipment
  • 3.8 Unplanned situations are dealt with safely and with the approval of relevant person/s
  • 3.9 Testing is carried out efficiently without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy practices
4 Report inspection and verification findings
  • 4.1 WHS/OHS work completion risk control measures and workplace procedures are followed
  • 4.2 Worksite and equipment are cleaned and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Non-compliance defects are identified and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Recommendations for rectifying defects are made in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 4.5 Work completion is documented and appropriate person/s notified in accordance with workplace procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
WC588 UEENEEH162A Verify compliance and functionality of fire protection system installations Unit of competency