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Create detailed designs for fire systems' water supplies
Create detailed designs for fire systems' water supplies
Unit of competency
National Code
CPCSFS5009A
CPCSFS5009A
State Code
WA414
WA414
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/04/2011
Field of Education
039905 - Fire Technology
Original Release Date
27/04/2011
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to obtain, process and set up drawings for the detailed design of water supplies for fire systems. The unit also involves assessing and selecting component requirements, setting out the locations of components and creating final notated drawings.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit and so the varying state or territory requirements should be confirmed with the relevant body.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm water-based fire systems designs.
- 1.1. Relevant project drawings and documentation are requested, received, named and filed according to workplace procedures.
- 1.2. A site visit is conducted if possible to confirm details and dimensions and to assess water supply installation risks and constraints.
- 1.3. The exact location of fire system components is notated on detailed design drawings according to relevant codes and standards.
- 1.4. The detailed design drawings are named, filed and backed up according to workplace procedures.
2. Calculate pipe sizes and pump and tank requirements.
- 2.1. Hydraulic calculations are completed to assess correct pressure requirements for the effective operation of water-based fire systems.
- 2.2. Water flow and pressure test results are conducted and/or analysed to establish the minimum levels of available supply.
- 2.3. Shortfalls in pressure are determined and the sizes of pumps and tanks required are calculated.
- 2.4. Options for cost-effective and efficient solutions are considered with reference to manufacturer specifications for the performance of components and according to workplace policies.
3. Lay out the water supply design.
- 3.1. The most efficient and workable layout and location of water supply components are determined and notated on the drawings according to workplace procedures.
- 3.2. Dimensions are calculated, checked and notated on the drawings according to workplace procedures.
4. Submit drawings for approval and finalise design process.
- 4.1. Water supply design drawings are submitted to relevant personnel within the scheduled timeframe.
- 4.2. Required amendments to design drawings are made or negotiated as required.
- 4.3. Final approved design drawings are processed and distributed according to project and workplace requirements.
- 4.4. Fittings and components are selected and ordered according to project and workplace requirements.
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Project drawings and documentation may include:
proposed water-based fire systems designs
mechanical
electrical
hydraulic.
Fire system components may include:
discharge nozzles
pipework
system valves
zone valves
fire panels
hose reels
hydrant valves
booster valves.
Codes and standards may include:
the Building Code of Australia
current relevant Australian standards for fire systems
current relevant international standards for fire systems
codes and standards stipulated by the building insurer.
Efficient and workable layout and location relate to:
consideration of a range of sustainable options for producing the required water pressure for water-based fire systems
selection of cost-effective components and materials
consideration of:
penetrations, especially through passive fire safety elements
conflict with other services
occupational health and safety risks
access constraints
installation problems
aesthetic requirements
efficiencies to facilitate work on site and reduce labour costing.
Water supply components may include:
electric pumps
diesel pumps
tanks
pressure vessels
booster configurations
components for water recovery systems.
Negotiations regarding amendments to design drawings may arise due to:
non-compliance with applicable legislation, codes and standards
impact on installation risks and constraints
impact on cost-effectiveness.
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.
Project drawings and documentation may include:
proposed water-based fire systems designs
mechanical
electrical
hydraulic.
Fire system components may include:
discharge nozzles
pipework
system valves
zone valves
fire panels
hose reels
hydrant valves
booster valves.
Codes and standards may include:
the Building Code of Australia
current relevant Australian standards for fire systems
current relevant international standards for fire systems
codes and standards stipulated by the building insurer.
Efficient and workable layout and location relate to:
consideration of a range of sustainable options for producing the required water pressure for water-based fire systems
selection of cost-effective components and materials
consideration of:
penetrations, especially through passive fire safety elements
conflict with other services
occupational health and safety risks
access constraints
installation problems
aesthetic requirements
efficiencies to facilitate work on site and reduce labour costing.
Water supply components may include:
electric pumps
diesel pumps
tanks
pressure vessels
booster configurations
components for water recovery systems.
Negotiations regarding amendments to design drawings may arise due to:
non-compliance with applicable legislation, codes and standards
impact on installation risks and constraints
impact on cost-effectiveness.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that the simulated or project-based assessment fully replicates workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.
This unit could be assessed as an activity involving the effective performance and application of principles relating to the design of water supplies for fire systems for a range of different types of buildings.
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 within this unit.
In particular the person should demonstrate:
an understanding of fluid dynamics, hydraulics and the calculations required for the design of water supplies for fire systems
the ability to:
read and interpret a range of design drawings
create, manipulate, save, file and share design drawings
identify, interpret and apply relevant current legislation, codes, standards and regulatory requirements impacting on the design of water supplies for fire systems
interpret and apply fire engineer's designs for alternative solutions
the ability to produce fully compliant designs which meet requirements for water supplies for fire systems in a range of types of buildings, including:
low-rise buildings
medium-rise buildings
high-rise buildings (over 25 metres)
buildings over 45 metres in height.
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:
design briefs, drawings, plans and specifications
copies of codes, standards, legislation and regulatory requirements
access to information and communications technology - hardware and software
access to manufacturer's information regarding fittings and components.
Method of assessment
Assessment must:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and 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.
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 in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that the simulated or project-based assessment fully replicates workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.
This unit could be assessed as an activity involving the effective performance and application of principles relating to the design of water supplies for fire systems for a range of different types of buildings.
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 within this unit.
In particular the person should demonstrate:
an understanding of fluid dynamics, hydraulics and the calculations required for the design of water supplies for fire systems
the ability to:
read and interpret a range of design drawings
create, manipulate, save, file and share design drawings
identify, interpret and apply relevant current legislation, codes, standards and regulatory requirements impacting on the design of water supplies for fire systems
interpret and apply fire engineer's designs for alternative solutions
the ability to produce fully compliant designs which meet requirements for water supplies for fire systems in a range of types of buildings, including:
low-rise buildings
medium-rise buildings
high-rise buildings (over 25 metres)
buildings over 45 metres in height.
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:
design briefs, drawings, plans and specifications
copies of codes, standards, legislation and regulatory requirements
access to information and communications technology - hardware and software
access to manufacturer's information regarding fittings and components.
Method of assessment
Assessment must:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and 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.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCM37 | CPCSFS5009 | Create detailed designs for fire systems' water supplies | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W713 | CPC50509 | Diploma of Fire Systems Design | Qualification |