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Supervise irrigation system installation

Supervise irrigation system installation

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCIRG442
State Code
OBJ71
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/10/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2020
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
28/01/2020
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop construction procedures, interpret irrigation system design, and coordinate and supervise the construction and installation of a range of irrigation systems.The unit applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to the supervision of irrigation system installation and have responsibility for the output of others. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop and implement construction procedures
  • 1.1 Develop employment and contract management procedures
  • 1.2 Develop procedures for controlling and recording site deliveries
  • 1.3 Develop procedures for recording the hire of plant and equipment
  • 1.4 Assess workplace health and safety risks associated with construction activities and implement suitable controls and procedures to minimise risk
  • 1.5 Notify client, authorities and agencies of the schedule of works
  • 1.6 Develop procedures to minimise environmental impacts of construction work
2. Interpret the irrigation system design for the site
  • 2.1 Determine the purpose, scale and required output of the irrigation system
  • 2.2 Assess the landscape of the site
  • 2.3 Determine construction requirements and verify with the designer
  • 2.4 Select components to meet design specifications and site requirements
3. Organise resource requirements
  • 3.1 Nominate tasks, timelines and required resources
  • 3.2 Organise labour requirements
  • 3.3 Verify and check parts and equipment delivered to the site
  • 3.4 Select and maintain equipment and machinery according to operation and maintenance manual
  • 3.5 Allocate jobs and tasks to the work team
  • 3.6 Carry out safety induction for the task and site
4. Supervise construction work
  • 4.1 Interpret plan and supervise construction work
  • 4.2 Confirm site is prepared and set out appropriately
  • 4.3 Confirm the correct lay out of the main line
  • 4.4 Supervise the insertion of sub-mains and flushing manifold
  • 4.5 Supervise the installation of risers, emitters and other components
5. Complete installation work and test components
  • 5.1 Connect water supply
  • 5.2 Check emitters for optimal coverage and efficiency
  • 5.3 Set valves to allow water to targeted areas
  • 5.4 Start up and flush the system
  • 5.5 Attach measuring devices and controllers to the system
6. Commission system
  • 6.1 Identify operating faults and take corrective action to meet design specifications
  • 6.2 Calibrate testing and monitoring equipment
  • 6.3 Carry out testing procedures and record results
  • 6.4 Document irrigation system operating procedures
  • 6.5 Hand over system in operating order
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM91 AHCIRG431 Supervise irrigation system installation Unit of competency