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Contribute to continuous improvement of quality systems

Contribute to continuous improvement of quality systems

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPGEN010
State Code
AVZ26
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to understand and implement quality systems in the water industry and to identify opportunities for improvement in quality outcomes for the organisation.This unit applies to those working as water industry technicians or supervisors with a responsibility for the implementation of quality systems.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work autonomously, usually with supervisory responsibilities, while performing complex tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret and communicate quality system requirements
  • 1.1 Interpret the accreditation requirements for relevant water quality systems.
  • 1.2 Identify implications of non-conformance with quality accreditation requirements.
  • 1.3 Communicate requirements and implications to work colleagues.
  • 1.4 Review standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with current quality accreditation and legislative requirements.
2. Implement quality systems
  • 2.1 Define individual roles and responsibilities in quality system implementation.
  • 2.2 Implement standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with quality systems.
  • 2.3 Record relevant data for quality system monitoring.
  • 2.4 Record and report observations of non-conformance with quality accreditation requirements.
3. Identify and correct quality system implementation problems
  • 3.1 Analyse system monitoring data to identify variances that indicate abnormal or sub-optimal performance.
  • 3.2 Review non-conformance reports to identify contributing factors.
  • 3.3 Identify corrective action to remove or control the risk of sub-optimal performance.
4. Contribute to improvement of quality system implementation
  • 4.1 Develop recommendations for continuous improvement of work practices, methods, equipment and procedures.
  • 4.2 Consult all relevant work colleagues to refine recommendations.
  • 4.3 Document recommendations for quality system implementation improvements and record the required modifications in standard operating procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4829 NWP432A Contribute to continuous improvement of quality systems Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCW59 NWPGEN029 Contribute to continuous improvement of quality systems Unit of competency