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Apply the risk management principles of the water industry standards, guidelines and legislation

Apply the risk management principles of the water industry standards, guidelines and legislation

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPGEN001
State Code
AVZ35
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
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
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the skills required to comply with the knowledge of risk management principles established in the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) and the Australian Guidelines for Water Recycling (AGWR), which contribute to the improved management of water supply systems and the reduction of water quality risks for water supplies.This unit applies to those working in all roles in the water industry.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 under supervision, while performing routine 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. Identify relevant guidelines of the water industry
  • 1.1 Identify the relevant guidelines and legislative requirements.
  • 1.2 Identify the key features or elements.
  • 1.3 Outline the relationships between the guidelines and the state and territory requirements.
2.Describe the risk management principles for the control of contaminants in the water cycle
  • 2.1 Outline multiple barrier principles and their general function.
  • 2.2 Identify relevant risks and hazards utilising the organisation’s risk management principles.
  • 2.3 Identify the main components of organisation water systems.
3. Apply principles to work context
  • 3.1 List the requirements for the organisation water quality management plan.
  • 3.2 Identify the links between the regulatory framework and work practices.
  • 3.3 Apply the principles to daily work practices.
4. Review and evaluate water quality management principles
  • 4.1 Evaluate records of water quality incidents and identify potential improvement of application of guidelines.
  • 4.2 Participate in continuous improvement of work practices to achieve water quality outcomes.
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