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Supervise low volume irrigation maintenance

Supervise low volume irrigation maintenance

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCIRG416A
State Code
WE040
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/04/2013
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/04/2013
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This Unit covers the process of supervising a maintenance program for a low volume irrigation system and defines the standard required to: develop maintenance procedures; supervise maintenance of irrigation components and testing equipment; supervise maintenance of the irrigation area; and record and report maintenance activities.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Develop a maintenance program for a low volume irrigation system
  • 1.1 Maintenance requirements for irrigation components and structures are established
  • 1.2 Maintenance requirements for the irrigation site are established
  • 1.3 The frequency of maintenance activities required are determined and a schedule is developed
  • 1.4 Maintenance activities are costed out in terms of required staff, materials and equipment
  • 1.5 OHS risks associated with the maintenance program are assessed and suitable controls implemented
  • 1.6 The environmental impacts of maintenance activities are minimised
  • 1.7 A system for reporting maintenance activities is developed
2 Supervise maintenance of low volume irrigationcomponents
  • 2.1 Maintenance checklists are developed for irrigation components
  • 2.2 Component operation is systematically monitored and operating faults are identified and appropriate action taken
  • 2.3 Abnormal operation or frequent and recurring breakdowns are identified, investigated and maintenance organised as required
  • 2.4 Situations requiring expert advice are identified and specialist assistance sought in accordance with site procedures
  • 2.5 Equipment condition is routinely reviewed to ensure and maintain efficient operations
3 Carry out maintenance of testing equipment
  • 3.1 Preventative maintenance is performed
  • 3.2 Equipment wear and faults are identified and reported
  • 3.3 Minor repairs are performed within limits of authorisation
  • 3.4 Defective parts are replaced and adjustments made
  • 3.5 Expert help is sought where difficulties are encountered
  • 3.6 Maintenance and calibration records are updated
4 Supervise pest and weed control in an irrigated area
  • 4.1 Evidence of pests is assessed and integrated control measures appropriate to type and species of infestation are determined
  • 4.2 Areas of weed infestation, which may be reduced or eradicated, are located and species identified
  • 4.3 Integrated control methods are selected to control pests and weeds
  • 4.4 Control methods are scheduled at the optimum time with minimal damage to the crop
  • 4.5 Records of the severity of infestations and treatments are maintained
5 Complete records of irrigation system maintenance
  • 5.1 Records of maintenance activities are maintained
  • 5.2 Results of maintenance works are assessed against the maintenance program
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.
Maintenance programs may include:
preventative maintenance carried out at end of season or throughout the irrigation season, including the regular replacement of irrigation components.
Low volume irrigation systems may include:
low volume irrigation systems include systems that operate under comparatively low volume and pressure including micro irrigation, pop-ups at less than 0.1 litres/second, and drippers.
Maintenance of testing equipment may include:
replacing 'remove and replace' components; lubrication; working adjustments to tolerances; cleaning and storing; and completing usage records.
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.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
develop maintenance procedures
supervise maintenance of irrigation components and testing equipment
supervise maintenance of the irrigation area
record and report maintenance activities.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
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State Code National Code Title Type
J158 AHC41112 Certificate IV in Irrigation Qualification