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Inspect and report on embankment dam safety

Inspect and report on embankment dam safety

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPSOU025
State Code
AVY46
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
010711 - Hydrology
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills required to plan, implement and report on embankment on dam safety inspection. This requires the operator to conduct routine visual inspection and capture and report dam condition and faults, in dams constructed primarily from earth and rock materials. Dam safety operators should be aware of the damage potential of the dam and be able to recognise and report deficiencies or adverse trends that could lead to failure.This unit applies to those with responsibility for the inspection of embankment dams and reporting of faults or trends.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision while performing routine tasks in range of familiar contexts. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare embankment dam inspection
  • 1.1 Identify and apply organisational requirements relating to embankment dam safety inspection.
  • 1.2 Identify features of embankment dam types and their applications to the dams to be inspected.
  • 1.3 Identify embankment dam behaviour under a range of conditions.
  • 1.4 Gather and validate checklists and previous inspection reports.
  • 1.5 Schedule activities for embankment dam inspection.
2. Inspect and assess the condition of components of embankment dams
  • 2.1 Implement embankment dam inspection procedures and practices including for unusual events.
  • 2.2 Inspect and assess the condition and performance of identified areas and features of embankment dams.
  • 2.3 Recognise, record and assess any faults and changes in the condition of the embankment dam and its appurtenant structures.
3. Report the condition of the components of embankment dams
  • 3.1 Identify the purpose and audience of dam safety reports.
  • 3.2 Collect and record measurements and evidence to establish the extent of changes in conditions.
  • 3.3 Prepare and submit reports to meet organisational requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4815 NWP328A Inspect and report on embankment dam safety Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBO30 NWPCAD011 Inspect and report on embankment dam safety Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AYW7 NWP30215 Certificate III in Water Industry Operations Qualification