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.
Rules and regulations may include:
environmental regulations, including ODS and SGG legislation, codes and regulations, such as:
Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989
fire protection industry codes of practice
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
OHS legislation, codes and regulations
other relevant legislation relating to ODS and SGG storage containers, including:
international shipping codes
marine codes for different Australian States
requirements of Australian petroleum industry
regulations and codes of practice for the handling and storage of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
relevant Australian standards, including:
AS 2030 Gas cylinders
AS 4360 Risk management
note: Australian standards are frequently revised and users must always check for currency and amendments
relevant federal, state and territory building Acts, regulations and codes, such as Building Code of Australia (BCA)
relevant licence or permit requirements and associated regulations.
Requirements may be confirmed with:
colleagues
managers
supervisors
team leaders.
Work procedures may include:
audit instructions
emergency requirements and instructions
equipment manufacturers’ requirements and specifications
instructions from colleagues, supervisors and managers
manual-handling techniques
ODS, SGG and OHS requirements
PPE requirements
reporting and documentation requirements
specific customer requirements
workplace operating procedures, instructions and policies.
ODS and SGG extinguishing agents may include:


Note list format:
product name (other names) use

Check the latest amendments to the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act for the current list of ODS and SGG extinguishing agents.
ODS and SGG extinguishing agents commonly used in Australia:
FM200 (FE-227 Heptafluoropropane, HFC-227ea) used as a total flooding extinguishing agent and as a replacement for Halon 1301
Halon 1211 (BCF, Halon 1211 BCF, Bromochlorodifluoromethane) used as a streaming agent - requires a special permit in Australia
Halon 1301 (BTM, Halon 1301 BTM, Bromotrifluoromethane) used as a total flooding agent - requires a special permit in Australia
NAF-P-III (HCFC Blend C) used as a streaming agent
NAF-P-IV (HCFC Blend E) used as a streaming agent
NAF-S-III (HCFC Blend A) used as a total flooding agent
SF6 (Sulfurhexafluoride) used as an inerting agent in sealed high voltage switchgear
ODS and SGG extinguishing agents not commonly used in Australia:
Blitz III (HCFC Blend D) used in flooding systems
CFC-11 (Trichlorofluoromethane) may be found as a propellant in some powder fire extinguishers (this product is banned in Australia but may be found on incoming foreign vessels)
FC-2-1-8 (CEA-308) used in flooding systems
FC-3-1-10 (CEA-410) used in flooding systems
FC-5-1-14 (CEA-614) used as a streaming agent
FE-13 (Trifluoromethane, HFC-23) used as a total flooding agent
FE-241 (Chlorotetrafluoroethane, HCFC-124) used as a total flooding agent for non-occupied spaces and as a streaming agent
FE-25 (Pentafluoroethane, HFC-125) used in inerting and explosion suppression applications
FE-36 (Hexafluoropropane, HFC-236fa) used in portable fire extinguishers - is a replacement for Halon 1211 and Halon 1301
FM100 (HBFC-22B1) used in portable fire extinguishers
Halon 2402 (Dibromotetrafluoroethane) limited use in military systems - requires a special permit in Australia
Halotron I (HCFC Blend B or HCFC-123) used as a total flooding agent and streaming agent
Halotron II (blend of HFC-143a and HFC-125) used as a total flooding agent and as a replacement for Halon 1301
HCFC-22 (Chlorodifluoromethane) used as a propellant in some powder fire extinguishers (this product is banned in Australia but may be found on incoming foreign vessels)
HFC-134a (Unsymmetric tetrafluoroethane) used as a propellant in some powder fire extinguishers.
Action may include:
advising customer
documenting non-compliance
making equipment safe
reporting, as required.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
audit policies and procedures
job scheduling systems and communication devices
personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles, responsibilities and delegations
procedures and work instructions to prevent the emission of ODS and SGG in the workplace
recording and reporting documentation and systems
relevant OHS policies, procedures and programs
relevant rules and regulations
standard operating procedures, work instructions and manuals
use of electronic job scheduling and communication devices.
Security systems may include:
bonded storage
cages with locks
electronic surveillance equipment, including:
closed circuit television
infra-red beams
ultrasonic movement detectors
fencing
security guards
storage container padlocks.
Actions may include:
activating environmental or security alarms, where appropriate
controlling or containing environmental hazards or security incidents according to workplace procedures
first response type
following approved safety procedures and using PPE as specified in workplace procedures
making safe unplugged or uncapped ODS and SGG containers, including:
replacing pins
using relevant sealant to seal leaking containers
monitoring and measuring, where needed, detected emissions or security incidents according to workplace procedures
monitoring status of the environmental hazards or security incidents and communicating with appropriate personnel on an ongoing basis
responding to requests for information according to workplace procedures.
Safety information and procedures may be contained in:
codes of practice
legislation and regulations
management plans and rules
manufacturers’ instructions
OHS policies and procedures
procedures and instructions to prevent the emission of ODS and SGG in the workplace
relevant Australian standards, such as AS 4360 Risk management
safe working or job procedures or equivalent standard operating procedures.
Leak detection tests:
must be performed according to relevant current Australian standards, organisational requirements and environmental regulations, such as ODS and SGG
may be performed using:
hand-held devices
leak test solutions
ultrasonic liquid level indicator devices
may be performed on:
container connections, valves and gauges
connecting pipework and valves.
Investigations may include:
cooperating with internal and external regulatory bodies
identifying solutions and developing options for improvements
making verbal, written or electronic reports about emission hazards or security incidents.
Documentation may include:
audit records and reports
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
corrective action reports
customer and supplier instructions
dangerous goods declarations
emergency procedures
equipment manufacturers’ specifications
goods identification numbers and codes
incident reports
investigation reports
job cards
MSDS
quality assurance plans and procedures
record management system
service agreements
workplace procedures and policies.
Non-compliance may include:
corrosion or damage to container, connections and pipework
disconnection of monitoring equipment or components
documentation signed by unauthorised personnel
incorrect or incomplete information or documentation
malfunctioning or faulty monitoring system equipment and components
missing documentation.

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 observation of practical demonstration of monitoring activities in ODS and SGG storage areas in a workplace environment.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.
In particular the person should demonstrate the ability to:
communicate and work effectively and safely with others
comply with organisational policies and procedures, including quality requirements
comply with site safety plan, OHS regulations, ODS and SGG regulations (where required) and state and territory legislation applicable to workplace operations
monitor ODS and SGG storage on a minimum of two different occasions, including:
identifying, selecting and using documentation to monitor and audit detected emissions and security incidents for storage containers
using tools, equipment and materials effectively to complete monitoring and auditing processes
performing leak detection tests on storage container connections, valves and pipework
monitoring storage container pressure
repairing and topping up storage containers found to be losing pressure
transporting and storing storage containers
creating, modifying and updating workplace records and documentation
identifying hazards and risks at work site
assessing risks and implementing action to eliminate or minimise risk
using PPE and manual-handling techniques and aids
selecting and using workplace communication technologies and language in the workplace, including technical language
locate, interpret and apply relevant information, standards and specifications.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context. It is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards’ requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
actual or simulated work environment
assessment documentation, including training and assessment record books
monitoring and audit documentation
necessary safety equipment and PPE
necessary tools, equipment and materials
range of containers to be used to store different ODS and SGG materials
relevant procedure manuals.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the 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.
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.
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.