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Install LP gas systems in a recreational vehicle
Install LP gas systems in a recreational vehicle
Unit of competency
National Code
MSARVS201A
MSARVS201A
State Code
S7297
S7297
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/07/2011
Field of Education
030503 - Vehicle Mechanics
Original Release Date
25/07/2011
Nominal Hours
95
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to determine LP gas system requirements, and install and commission LP gas systems in a recreational vehicle. It applies to those involved in the manufacture of recreational vehicles in various types of enterprises. This unit is based on and equivalent CPCPGS3006A Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes, water craft and mobile workplaces.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine LP gas system requirements
- 1.1. Use appropriate personal protective equipment and read and interpret any safety information relevant to the job
- 1.2. Obtain and interpret plans/specifications
- 1.3. Identify and adhere to quality assurance requirements for enterprise operations
- 1.4. Determine gas load/design requirements from design drawing or specifications
- 1.5. Calculate storage capacity using recognised formulae or tables to ensure adequacy for the required load and compliance with standards and job requirements
- 1.6. Identify appropriate regulator and piping in terms of size, connection sizes and capacity in accordance with standards and enterprise requirements
- 1.7. Check that piping selected provides minimum inlet pressure to each appliance and is appropriate for the dimensions and loads given in the design drawings or instructions
- 1.8. Identify location of cylinders, appliances and piping set-out according to job requirements, standards and enterprise requirements
- 1.9. Estimate quantity of piping, components and fittings in accordance with standards and enterprise requirements
- 1.10. Check that type of system selected (one or two cylinders) is appropriate for given design information
2. Prepare for installation
- 2.1. Estimate required materials, equipment, appliances and cylinders from design drawing or on-site dimensions, and check for compliance with docket/order form and confirm acceptable condition
- 2.2. Identify and select appropriate tools and equipment for the installation
- 2.3. Use appropriate personal protective equipment, and read and interpret any safety information relevant to the job
- 2.4. Set out the piping system in accordance with design drawing or instructions, standards and enterprise requirements
3. Install the system
- 3.1. Install cylinders, regulators, associated pipework, appliances and fixings, including ventilation, in accordance with job requirements, standards and enterprise procedures
- 3.2. Locate and fit consumer instruction plates and labels in accordance with regulatory requirements, standards and enterprise requirements
4. Test the system
- 4.1. Adjust regulator to provide flow pressure in accordance with standards and enterprise requirements
- 4.2. Select test apparatus appropriate for the work
- 4.3. Test the system, including ventilation, in accordance with standards and enterprise requirements
- 4.4. Adjust the system to provide the required flow pressure in accordance with standards and enterprise requirements
- 4.5. Record test data in the format required by relevant regulatory and enterprise requirements
5. Finalise the job
- 5.1. Assess job against the requirements of the job specification
- 5.2. Conduct a final inspection in accordance with enterprise quality standards and requirements
- 5.3. Complete any paperwork required in accordance with enterprise requirements
- 5.4. Complete required clean-up procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Recreational vehicles
Recreational vehicles may include:
caravan
pop-top caravan
camper trailer
tent trailer
5th wheeler
slide-on camper
campervan
Manufacturing enterprise
The manufacturing enterprise may include:
sole proprietor
subcontractor
subcontracting manufacturer
employer/manufacturer
The LP gas system
The LP gas system includes:
cylinder (one or two)
regulator
piping
appliances and fixings
air supply
ventilation
Quality assurance
Quality assurance requirements include:
International Standards Organisation (ISO)
internal enterprise quality assurance policy and risk management strategy
Environment Protection Authority (EPA)
AS 5601:2004 Gas installations
AS/NZ 1596:2008 The storage and handling of LP gas
site safety plans
enterprise operations and procedures
relevant industry codes of practice, such as those issued by the Recreational Vehicle Manufacturer's Association of Australia (RVMAA)
Tools and equipment
Tools and equipment may include:
hacksaws
power cutting/grinding tools
measuring equipment
wrenches and spanners
files
flaring tools
silver brazing equipment
testing equipment
lifting/load shifting equipment, including trolleys, rollers, forklifts, blocks, hoists and jacks
Materials
Materials must comply with job specifications and appropriate standards for installation of LP gas systems and include:
gas operated appliances
gas regulators
gas cylinders
copper tubing
stainless steel
non-metallic hose assemblies
fitting/fixing materials
Occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
OHS requirements are to be in accordance with state/territory legislation and regulations and include:
safe workshop environment/worksite work practices
safe use of tools and equipment
safe handling of materials
hazard control and hazardous materials and substances
use of personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment may include:
overalls
boots
hard hat/cap
safety glasses/goggles
gloves
ear plugs/muffs
face masks/respirators
Clean-up procedures
Clean-up procedures may include:
cleaning working surfaces and areas
cleaning and storing all tools and equipment
disposing of waste materials correctly
Sources of information
Sources of information may include:
job instructions, signage, plans, specifications, drawings, MSDS and diagrams
safe work procedures relating to the installation of LP gas systems for a recreational vehicle
regulatory/legislative requirements, pertaining to plumbing and gas fitting regulations, building codes, OHS and environmental requirements
enterprise specifications and instructions
recognised formulae or tables accepted by the regulatory authority
instructions issued by authorised enterprise personnel
relevant standards, such as:
AS 5601:2004 Gas installations
AS/NZ 1596:2008 The storage and handling of LP gas
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Recreational vehicles
Recreational vehicles may include:
caravan
pop-top caravan
camper trailer
tent trailer
5th wheeler
slide-on camper
campervan
Manufacturing enterprise
The manufacturing enterprise may include:
sole proprietor
subcontractor
subcontracting manufacturer
employer/manufacturer
The LP gas system
The LP gas system includes:
cylinder (one or two)
regulator
piping
appliances and fixings
air supply
ventilation
Quality assurance
Quality assurance requirements include:
International Standards Organisation (ISO)
internal enterprise quality assurance policy and risk management strategy
Environment Protection Authority (EPA)
AS 5601:2004 Gas installations
AS/NZ 1596:2008 The storage and handling of LP gas
site safety plans
enterprise operations and procedures
relevant industry codes of practice, such as those issued by the Recreational Vehicle Manufacturer's Association of Australia (RVMAA)
Tools and equipment
Tools and equipment may include:
hacksaws
power cutting/grinding tools
measuring equipment
wrenches and spanners
files
flaring tools
silver brazing equipment
testing equipment
lifting/load shifting equipment, including trolleys, rollers, forklifts, blocks, hoists and jacks
Materials
Materials must comply with job specifications and appropriate standards for installation of LP gas systems and include:
gas operated appliances
gas regulators
gas cylinders
copper tubing
stainless steel
non-metallic hose assemblies
fitting/fixing materials
Occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
OHS requirements are to be in accordance with state/territory legislation and regulations and include:
safe workshop environment/worksite work practices
safe use of tools and equipment
safe handling of materials
hazard control and hazardous materials and substances
use of personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment may include:
overalls
boots
hard hat/cap
safety glasses/goggles
gloves
ear plugs/muffs
face masks/respirators
Clean-up procedures
Clean-up procedures may include:
cleaning working surfaces and areas
cleaning and storing all tools and equipment
disposing of waste materials correctly
Sources of information
Sources of information may include:
job instructions, signage, plans, specifications, drawings, MSDS and diagrams
safe work procedures relating to the installation of LP gas systems for a recreational vehicle
regulatory/legislative requirements, pertaining to plumbing and gas fitting regulations, building codes, OHS and environmental requirements
enterprise specifications and instructions
recognised formulae or tables accepted by the regulatory authority
instructions issued by authorised enterprise personnel
relevant standards, such as:
AS 5601:2004 Gas installations
AS/NZ 1596:2008 The storage and handling of LP gas
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects of assessment
Evidence of the following is critical:
installing an LP gas container, piping and two (2) appliances (stove and refrigerator) in a recreational vehicle
completing work to specifications, plans and drawings
complying with regulations, standards and enterprise quality procedures and processes
complying with all safety and OHS requirements, including use of personal protective equipment
effectively communicating with others in the team.
Context of assessment and resource implications
Assessment must ensure:
demonstration of the installation of a gas container, piping and a minimum of two (2) appliances for a recreational vehicle
demonstration of skills within a suitable workshop with appropriate tools, equipment and materials, and access to appropriate standards.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects of assessment
Evidence of the following is critical:
installing an LP gas container, piping and two (2) appliances (stove and refrigerator) in a recreational vehicle
completing work to specifications, plans and drawings
complying with regulations, standards and enterprise quality procedures and processes
complying with all safety and OHS requirements, including use of personal protective equipment
effectively communicating with others in the team.
Context of assessment and resource implications
Assessment must ensure:
demonstration of the installation of a gas container, piping and a minimum of two (2) appliances for a recreational vehicle
demonstration of skills within a suitable workshop with appropriate tools, equipment and materials, and access to appropriate standards.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W1578 | THCMAN05B | Install LP gas systems in a recreational vehicle | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W953 | MSA30610 | Certificate III in Recreational Vehicle Manufacture | Qualification |
| W951 | MSA20610 | Certificate II in Recreational Vehicle Manufacture | Qualification |