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Maintain pressurised irrigation systems

Maintain pressurised irrigation systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCIRG333
State Code
BAS93
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to implement a low volume or sprinkler irrigation maintenance program.It applies to individuals who take responsibility for own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret a low volume irrigation maintenance program
  • 1.1 Determine the scope of maintenance
  • 1.2 Determine the frequency of maintenance works
  • 1.3 Establish irrigation maintenance standards
  • 1.4 Plan and prepare maintenance works
  • 1.5 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement suitable controls
  • 1.6 Identify environmental considerations of irrigation maintenance activities
  • 1.7 Select and use suitable personal protective equipment
2. Inspect an irrigation system
  • 2.1 Create an inspection checklist and inspect the system regularly
  • 2.2 Identify remedial action required and undertake repairs to restore system to full effectiveness
  • 2.3 Undertake servicing of mechanical equipment
  • 2.4 Assess the results of maintenance works and record to ensure repairs or maintenance standards have been achieved
3. Carry out periodic system maintenance
  • 3.1 Record damage and blockages with contaminants by damage type, location and the section of the system affected
  • 3.2 Record and report damaged or faulty components and computer control systems and take action to effect repairs
  • 3.3 Implement end of season maintenance procedures
  • 3.4 Implement routine and preventative maintenance procedures
4. Record and report maintenance activities
  • 4.1 Restore site and clear materials and equipment from the site on completion of maintenance works
  • 4.2 Complete maintenance and servicing records
  • 4.3 Record parts removed or replaced
  • 4.4 Record or report faults and breakages
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBJ82 AHCIRG347 Maintain pressurised irrigation systems Unit of competency