Unit of competency Outline

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Coordinate and monitor pumped rural irrigation systems

Coordinate and monitor pumped rural irrigation systems

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPIWS013
State Code
OCW38
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/04/2021
Field of Education
010711 - Hydrology
Original Release Date
12/04/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and monitor pumped rural irrigation systems.It includes ensuring the irrigation plan's performance measures are met, environmental issues are addressed and a source of supply is maintained.This unit applies to those working as field and operational staff with a specific responsibility for ensuring the operation of pumped rural irrigation systems complies with the requirements of the organisation’s irrigation plan and with relevant organisational and statutory requirements. Those undertaking this unit would work autonomously, usually with supervisory responsibilities, while performing complex tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Confirm irrigation plan performance measures
  • 1.1 Identify water flow requirements in water sources
  • 1.2 Identify water quality and quantity requirements, including release rates
  • 1.3 Identify environmental factors impacting water flows and quality
  • 1.4 Identify performance measures for the water resource and operation of the system
  • 1.5 Identify and communicate with stakeholders
  • 1.6 Access monitoring data and consult stakeholders
2 Monitor the performance of assets
  • 2.1 Conduct monitoring and testing programs according to irrigation plan
  • 2.2 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment
  • 2.3 Monitor assets to ensure performance meets specifications in the irrigation plan
  • 2.4 Schedule maintenance programs to ensure irrigation plan performance
3 Monitor, coordinate and report processes
  • 3.1 Test and monitor water usage and quality according to the irrigation plan
  • 3.2 Coordinate processes to meet the irrigation plan's requirements and targets
  • 3.3 Identify and implement actions to optimise system performance
  • 3.4 Analyse, record and report coordination and monitoring data to relevant stakeholders and personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVY97 NWPIRR034 Coordinate and monitor surface water systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGJ9 NWP40120 Certificate IV in Water Industry Operations Qualification