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Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances

Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPGS3054
State Code
OCN91
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
12
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to calculate and install natural ventilation for certified Type A gas appliances.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 natural ventilation requirements.
  • 1.1 Access, read and determine ventilation installation requirements from job specifications, relevant Australian Standards, codes, manufacturer’s specifications and jurisdictional requirements.
  • 1.2 Identify and apply workplace policies and procedures, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
  • 1.3 Identify potential hazards and determine and implement control measures.
2 Prepare for work.
  • 2.1 Create a materials list and collect materials.
  • 2.2 Select appropriate tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • 2.3 Determine gas load and determine path of air supply.
  • 2.4 Calculate free ventilation area and ventilation openings.
3 Install ventilation and test appliance.
  • 3.1 Install ventilation without damage to the building structure, surrounding environment or other services.
  • 3.2 Test ventilation operations according to job specifications, relevant Australian Standards, codes, manufacturer’s specifications and jurisdictional requirements.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF900 CPCPGS3054A Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGB7 CPC32720 Certificate III in Gas Fitting Qualification
BGC2 CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing Qualification