Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Work instructions may include:
access to site and specific site requirements
cleaning and vacuuming system information:
features, functions and capabilities
manufacturer instructions
service and maintenance requirements
type
warranties and guarantees
equipment and systems location information
equipment, tools and material requirements
personal protective clothing and equipment requirements
reporting requirements
specific client requirements
timeframes
work schedules
work tasks and procedures.
Relevant persons may include:
client
colleague
equipment and systems manufacturer
site manager or project manager
supervisor
swimming pool or spa manager or operator
technician.
Swimming pool and spa cleaning and vacuuming systems may include:
built-in floor systems
electric self-propelled cleaners
pressure cleaners
suction cleaners.
Tools, materials and equipment may include:
adhesives
communications equipment
computer and software
fasteners
hand tools
ladders
personal protective equipment
power tools
swimming pool and spa cleaning and vacuuming equipment and fittings.
Risks and hazards may include:
chemical hazards
confined spaces
electrical hazards
exposure to:
algae
asbestos
bodily fluids
contaminated surfaces
contaminated water:
bacteria
faecal
viruses
disinfection by products
dogs
dust
fibres
glass
heights
insects
live power
natural and other gas build-up
noise
snakes
spiders
sun
swimming pool and spa chemicals
vermin
weather
inadequate ventilation
manual handling
non-compliance with building codes and regulations
personal health hazards
plant and equipment hazards
trips and falls
water hazards.
Sustainability principles:
cover the current and future social, economic and environmental use of resources
may include:
appropriate material selection that has minimal environmental impact
disposal of waste material to ensure minimal environmental impact
efficient energy and water use
efficient insulation
efficient use and recycling of material.
Personal protective equipment may include:
buoyancy vest or personal flotation device (PFD)
gloves
hard hat or protective head covering
hearing protection (e.g. earplugs and earmuffs)
high visibility vest
non-slip and waterproof boots or other safety footwear
protective eyewear and glasses
protective outdoor clothing
respirator or face mask
safety harness
sun protection (e.g. sunhat, sunscreen and sunglasses)
uniforms or overalls
water-resistant clothing.
Service and maintenance requirements may include:
adjustments
cleaning
confirming operation
identifying worn parts
inspecting
lubricating
programming automated systems
replacing consumable or worn parts
routine repairs
testing.
Troubleshooting involves:
identifying standard faults using relevant manuals and specifications as required
identifying from first principles faults beyond available maintenance data for swimming pool and spa cleaning and vacuuming systems
fault finding during scheduled or unscheduled maintenance activities
individual activities or troubleshooting tasks performed during the supervision of other personnel.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed by installing and testing a swimming pool or spa cleaning and vacuuming system and components, and applying theoretical knowledge and advanced fault diagnostic skills to identify and repair faults in line with regulatory requirements. This includes faults that are not covered fully by maintenance manual fault diagnosis guides.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person should demonstrate the ability to:
interpret work instructions
select and use appropriate personal protective equipment
install and test swimming pool or spa cleaning and vacuuming systems in line with client and enterprise requirements
service swimming pool or spa cleaning and vacuuming systems
troubleshoot routine and complex cleaning and vacuuming faults in swimming pool or spa systems
complete installation, repair and service activities.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context and is to comply with relevant regulatory and Australian Standards’ requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
relevant codes, standards and government regulations
a technical reference library with current publications on swimming pool and spa cleaning and vacuuming systems:
operating principles
components
faults and troubleshooting.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the CPP07 Property Services Training Package
include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles
confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.
Guidance information for assessment
Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Assessment processes and techniques should, as far as is practical, take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.