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Monitor and operate complex flow control, measuring and regulating devices for gas distribution

Monitor and operate complex flow control, measuring and regulating devices for gas distribution

Unit of competency
National Code
UEGNSG811
State Code
OAD20
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/09/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/01/2019
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
04/01/2019
Nominal Hours
99
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to monitor and operate complex flow control, measuring and regulating device to monitor and control gas supply in gas distribution system in accordance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, regulations and workplace procedures.It includes on site local inspecting and controlling of gas flow and pressure; local monitoring of gas flow, pressure and measurement; recording and reporting on anomalies to gas flow pressure and measurement; and controlling the system to organisational and statutory requirements.This unit applies to gas distribution systems, subject to all work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and duty of care requirements being met for the workplace.The application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may require a license or permit to practice in the workplace.Other conditions may apply under state and territory legislative and regulatory licencing requirements which must be confirmed prior to commencing this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to monitor and operate gas flow control, measuring and regulating devices
  • 1.1 Work requirements for monitoring and operating complex gas flow control, measuring and regulating device are interpreted from plans, specifications and job instructions
  • 1.2 Relevant requirements and workplace procedures for work activities are communicated to relevant person/s
  • 1.3 WHS/OHS, environmental and sustainable energy workplace policies and procedures related to the monitoring and operating of complex flow controls are obtained, confirmed and communicated to relevant person/s
  • 1.4 Work activities are prioritised and sequenced in consultation with relevant person/s for completion within acceptable timeframes and in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Risk control measures for identified hazards are prioritised, implemented and monitored in accordance with work schedule
  • 1.6 Relevant work permits are obtained to access, isolate/de-energise systems and perform work in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Resources, appropriately licensed person/s, equipment, tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) required for work activities are identified, scheduled and confirmed in a safe working order
  • 1.8 Liaison and communication with authorised person/s, authorities, clients and land owners is undertaken so work activities can be carried out, as required
  • 1.9 Persons participating in work activities are fully briefed and respective responsibilities confirmed, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Monitor and operate gas flow control, measuring and regulating devices
  • 2.1 Gas flow device and equipment performance information is collected and reported in accordance with workplace and job requirements
  • 2.2 Dealings with customers are consistent with workplace procedures and the specific needs of customers are identified and considered in targeting client service
  • 2.3 Monitoring and operating complex flow control devices workplace procedures are applied to ensure job is completed in agreed timeframe and to quality industry standards with a minimum of waste in accordance with job requirements
  • 2.4 Routine inspections of system are scheduled and monitored in accordance with the work schedule and workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Hazard warnings and safety signs are identified and hazards WHS/OHS risks assessed and reported to authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Data on system performance and usage is collected, analysed and reported with any unplanned events in the monitoring and operation of complex flow control in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Ongoing quality checks of work activities are undertaken in accordance with given instructions and workplace procedures
3 Control and adjust flows and complete records and reports
  • 3.1 Flow regulating systems are inspected and adjustments made to meet gas flow demand and customer requirements
  • 3.2 Accidents and injuries are reported, as required in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Gas flows and diversions are determined to facilitate repair or emergency activities in accordance with organisational job requirements
  • 3.4 Process faults and operational conditions of the gas system are identified, addressed and reported in accordance with organisational requirements
  • 3.5 Work completion records, reports and documentation are finalised, processed and appropriate person/s notified
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WJ077 UEGNSG811A Monitor and operate complex flow control, measuring and regulating devices for gas distribution Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEL33 UEGNSG025 Monitor and operate complex flow control, measuring and regulating devices Unit of competency