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Maintain pipeline easements

Maintain pipeline easements

Unit of competency
National Code
PMASUP241
State Code
AXM51
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to maintain and ensure pipeline integrity.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to conduct ground and/or aerial patrols; monitor and report on signage, gate or other difficulties; identify and advise the organisation of any pipeline operational problems; and facilitate access and provision of resources to deal with pipeline incidents.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare maintenance activity
  • 1.1 Interpret topographical and geographical maps to determine the selection of access to pipeline route
  • 1.2 Select and operate equipment appropriate to the maintenance task in accordance with procedures
  • 1.3 Inspect and assess easement to determine the required maintenance activities
  • 1.4 Interpret assessment results and take action
2 Maintain pipeline easement and surrounding environment
  • 2.1 Maintain easement in accordance with legislative requirements and enterprise requirements
  • 2.2 Isolate and secure any required work areas as required by procedures
  • 2.3 Monitor and log the condition of signage/gates and easement ancillary equipment
  • 2.4 Take action, as required
3 Maintain liaison with stakeholders
  • 3.1 Maintain continuous liaison and contact with pipeline system stakeholders
  • 3.2 Advise stakeholders of intended activities in accordance with procedures
  • 3.3 Conduct meetings with stakeholders to discuss notified issues as required
  • 3.4 Record meeting outcomes in accordance with legislative and enterprise requirements
  • 3.5 Take action, as required
4 Control hazards
  • 4.1 Identify hazards in pipeline work area
  • 4.2 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • 4.3 Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures and duty of care
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8939 PMASUP241B Maintain pipeline easements Unit of competency