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Collect and store roof water

Collect and store roof water

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPRF2023
State Code
OCN06
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
09/12/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to collect and store roof water. It includes installing storage tanks and related piping for the collection and storage of roof water.In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify water storage system requirements.
  • 1.1 Access, read and determine water storage installation requirements from job specifications, relevant Australian Standards, codes, manufacturers’ instructions and jurisdictional requirements.
  • 1.2 Obtain, interpret and follow workplace, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
  • 1.3 Site's annual rainfall is determined from meteorological or other relevant data.
  • 1.4 Roof catchment area is determined from plans or site inspection.
  • 1.5 Water consumption requirements for the installation are determined.
  • 1.6 Total water storage requirements for the installation are determined.
2 Plan and prepare for installation.
  • 2.1 Create a materials list and collect materials.
  • 2.2 Select appropriate tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE).
3 Install storage system.
  • 3.1 Prepare the worksite including installation of tank stand or base according to specifications, minimising damage to surrounding structures or existing services.
  • 3.2 Install inlet connections and relevant flushing devices to gutters, incorporating leaf catchers and downpipes into the storage tank.
  • 3.3 Connect storage tank overflow to an approved stormwater point of discharge.
  • 3.4 Perform and review installation of storage tank according to job specification and current statutory and regulatory authority requirements.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state or territory legislation and workplace requirements.
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure.
  • 4.3 Documentation is completed according to workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF948 CPCPRF2023A Collect and store roof water Unit of competency