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Coordinate and monitor the operation of drainage systems

Coordinate and monitor the operation of drainage systems

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPIRR035
State Code
AVY96
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to coordinate and monitor drainage systems to ensure compliance with the drainage systems management plan, including system performance, maintenance planning and customer liaison.This unit applies to those working as field or operational staff with a specific responsibility for ensuring that the operation of drainage systems complies with organisational and statutory requirements.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, particularly those related to WHS. Those undertaking this unit would work independently or in a team, while performing complex tasks ensuring minimum damage to the environment, in a familiar context. However, the level of responsibility may vary according to the size, scope, location, and technical complexity of process.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm performance measures in the drainage system management plan
  • 1.1 Confirm data gathering requirements specified in the drainage system management plan.
  • 1.2 Identify, analyse and address issues, environmental factors and stakeholder requirements that impact on drainage systems.
  • 1.3 Access historic system information and apply as required.
2. Monitor and coordinate processes and resource targets
  • 2.1 Select, fit and use equipment, including personal protective equipment.
  • 2.2 Conduct system performance monitoring and testing according to the drainage management plan.
  • 2.3 Analyse and report test results.
  • 2.4 Identify current and potential problems, conduct investigations and report results and recommendations.
  • 2.5 Identify breaches of the drainage management plan, conduct investigations and report results and recommendations.
  • 2.6 Evaluate maintenance budgets, activity programs and output target measures and identify, analyse and address any deviations from targets.
  • 2.7 Identify and record links between operational problems and maintenance activities.
3. Report outcomes of coordination and monitoring
  • 3.1 Analyse, record and report coordination and monitoring data.
  • 3.2 Identify and report current and potential problems.
  • 3.3 Make recommendations to improve system performance and/or customer service standards.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1953 NWP427B Coordinate and monitor the operation of drainage systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AYX1 NWP40515 Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations Qualification