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Operate and maintain gravity fed irrigation systems

Operate and maintain gravity fed irrigation systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCIRG336
State Code
OBJ94
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/10/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/01/2020
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
28/01/2020
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain gravity fed irrigation systems.The unit applies to individuals who operate and maintain gravity fed irrigation systems under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for gravity fed irrigation system operation and maintenance
  • 1.1 Confirm activity to be undertaken, including identifying potential hazards and risks and implementing safe working practices to manage risks
  • 1.2 Select and use required materials, tools, equipment and machinery, and check for safe operation
  • 1.3 Select, fit, use and maintain safety and personal protective equipment applicable to the task
2. Operate pumps and delivery mechanisms
  • 2.1 Prime pumps and open or close valves and controls
  • 2.2 Position and set up pipes, system equipment and outlets
  • 2.3 Set and operate delivery mechanisms
  • 2.4 Implement start-up sequence and slowly build up water levels and pressure
  • 2.5 Check pressure at the head-works and control valves
  • 2.6 Distribute water evenly to the targeted areas with minimal wastage and run-off
  • 2.7 Irrigate area and observe time lag between shutdown and end of watering to minimise run-off and deep percolation
3. Monitor drainage and tail-water systems
  • 3.1 Monitor water intake, conveyance and distribution, drainage and tail-water
  • 3.2 Check water reuse systems for clearance and freedom from weeds
  • 3.3 Monitor pumps, if used, during operation, clear rubbish from outlets and backflush pump
4. Inspect gravity fed irrigation system
  • 4.1 Record damage and blockages with contaminants by damage type, location and the section of the system affected
  • 4.2 Record and report damaged or faulty pumps, valves, electrical components and computer control systems, and take action to effect repairs
5. Maintain gravity fed irrigation system
  • 5.1 Service water measuring, diversion and conveyancing, and distribution structures
  • 5.2 Carry out vegetation control to keep all system components clear
  • 5.3 Service and repair machinery according to operation and maintenance manual
6. Record and report maintenance activities
  • 6.1 Record machinery service and repair according to operation and maintenance manual
  • 6.2 Collect, treat and dispose of or recycle waste according to industry procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAT57 AHCIRG334 Operate and maintain gravity fed irrigation systems Unit of competency