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Coordinate pipeline projects

Coordinate pipeline projects

Unit of competency
National Code
PMASUP432
State Code
AXM31
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to scope and coordinate pipeline projects. It applies to pipeline projects, such as:installation of new plant piping and equipmentpipeline repairs and modifications (e.g. hot tap and stoppling operations, welding and cutting operations)upgrades of existing plant, piping and equipmentcommissioning of pipelines and facilitiesconstruction and upgrade of pipeline easements.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to prepare scoping documents, specifications and/or tenders; coordinate the project through the construction and commissioning phases; prepare reports; liaise with stakeholders; and ensure that the project conforms to all safety requirements.This unit of competency does not require the operation of a central control panel.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare project specification documents
  • 1.1 Analyse the proposed project to establish contract specifications
  • 1.2 Facilitate a documented hazard and risk assessment on the proposed project, identifying all potential hazards and risks
  • 1.3 Draft specification documents stating the required work activity and health, safety and environmental requirements
  • 1.4 Seek tenders for the specified works, review according to the relevant company procedure and appoint a winning tenderer
2 Prepare project schedule and documentation
  • 2.1 Draft a project schedule to establish project timeframe, work activities and procurement of materials
  • 2.2 Apply the job safety analysis (JSA) process to specific project activities reflecting any health, safety and environmental (HSE) issues identified in the project risk and hazard assessment
  • 2.3 Write procedures and work instructions for project work activities from the outcome of the JSA process
3 Facilitate induction training for project
  • 3.1 Discuss company/site-specific procedures and HSE requirements with contractors/employees carrying out the specified works
  • 3.2 Review all persons who are inducted to ensure they understand the company/site procedures and HSE requirements
  • 3.3 Inspect all equipment and machinery utilised to carry out the works to ensure these comply with company/site requirements
4 Monitor progress of project
  • 4.1 Purchase materials required for fabrication and installation on the project and inspect to ensure all items meet project specifications
  • 4.2 Monitor project works to ensure activities are carried out to project specification and minimal impact occurs on existing operations and environment
  • 4.3 Issue permits to work where project activities impact on existing pipeline operations
  • 4.4 Amend and/or modify original specifications and communicate to all parties involved according to the relevant company procedure
  • 4.5 Produce project reports updating project schedule progress, activities and HSE issues, and discuss with all parties involved.
  • 4.6 Draft operations manuals and compile vendor data manuals to assist in the operation of the equipment/facility after project completion
5 Complete and commission project
  • 5.1 Commission the project to ensure all work carried out meets project specifications and operational requirements
  • 5.2 Restore the project site to meet environmental, heritage and operational requirements
  • 5.3 Cancel permits to work and sign-off at completion of works
  • 5.4 Check all documentation, records and drawings pertaining to the project, verify for accuracy and hand over to the relevant operational department
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8953 PMASUP432B Coordinate pipeline projects Unit of competency