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Inspect, test and maintain delivery layflat fire hoses

Inspect, test and maintain delivery layflat fire hoses

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPFES2016
State Code
OCW22
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
039905 - Fire Technology
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to inspect, test and maintain delivery layflat fire hoses at client premises. Service activities are conducted in compliance with requirements of the relevant Australian Standards and National Construction Code (NCC).The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for service operation.
  • 1.1 Read work instructions to clarify service timeframes, client needs, and site and equipment locations.
  • 1.2 Discuss planned service procedures with relevant persons to clarify client needs and expectations.
  • 1.3 Plan work activities to comply with relevant Australian Standards, NCC, regulatory, work health and safety (WHS) and workplace requirements.
  • 1.4 Identify potential and actual breaches of rules and regulations associated with work instructions and take required action to ensure compliance according to regulatory and workplace requirements.
  • 1.5 Select and use required tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • 1.6 Arrange access to worksite and communicate with responsible entity and affected persons to advise duration and impact of planned service procedures and to ensure alternative safety arrangements are implemented.
  • 1.7 Identify and prepare to control hazards in the work area according to workplace requirements.
2 Inspect delivery layflat fire hose for faults.
  • 2.1 Inspect delivery layflat fire hose to identify defects according to maintenance schedule of relevant Australian Standard.
  • 2.2 Inspect couplings and associated items for wear or damage and report identified defects according to Australian Standards and workplace requirements.
  • 2.3 Repair or replace defective items according to manufacturer and regulatory requirements.
  • 2.4 Update maintenance record tag according to Australian Standards and regulatory requirements.
3 Conduct hydrostatic pressure testing.
  • 3.1 Check hydrostatic pressure testing equipment to confirm correct operation according to manufacturer requirements and report any faults or damage.
  • 3.2 Perform hydrostatic pressure testing on delivery layflat fire hose according to maintenance schedule and procedures specified in the relevant Australian Standard.
  • 3.3 Complete permitted repairs on faulty delivery layflat fire hose according to manufacturer and Australian Standards requirements.
  • 3.4 Label condemned delivery layflat fire hose according to workplace and regulatory requirements.
4 Inspect and maintain nozzle.
  • 4.1 Inspect and test hose nozzle to confirm correct operation according to manufacturer requirements.
  • 4.2 Repair, replace or report defective hose nozzle according to manufacturer and regulatory requirements.
  • 4.3 Clean, dry, roll and store delivery layflat fire hose.
5 Finalise service operation.
  • 5.1 Complete service records and report outstanding defects, non-compliances and recommended rectifications according to Australian Standards, regulatory and workplace requirements.
  • 5.2 Check tools and equipment for faults, wear or damage and rectify or report problems according to workplace requirements.
  • 5.3 Leave client premises in a clean and tidy condition.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC137 CPPFES2016A Inspect, test and maintain delivery lay flat fire hoses Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGJ6 CPP20521 Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing Qualification