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Set out and install water services

Set out and install water services

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPWT3021
State Code
OCM75
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/11/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to install heated, tempered, cold, drinking and non-drinking water services from water supply to fixture or points of discharge.In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, and regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify installation requirements.
  • 1.1 Access, read and determine water service installation requirements from job specifications, relevant Australian Standards, codes, manufacturers’ instructions and jurisdictional requirements.
  • 1.2 Obtain, interpret and follow workplace, work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.
2 Prepare for work.
  • 2.1 Create a materials list and collect materials.
  • 2.2 Select and check serviceability of appropriate tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE).
3 Install and test pipe system.
  • 3.1 Set out and install pipework and connection points according to drawings, relevant specifications, Australian Standards, codes and jurisdictional requirements.
  • 3.2 Test installed pipework according to relevant Australian Standards, codes, manufacturers’ instructions and jurisdictional requirements.
4 Clean up.
  • 4.1 Clear the work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state or territory legislation and workplace requirements.
  • 4.2 Clean tools and equipment, check for serviceability and report any damage, and store and secure.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF965 CPCPWT3021A Set out and install water services Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGC2 CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing Qualification