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Install meters for rural water supplies

Install meters for rural water supplies

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPIWS004
State Code
OBO05
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/06/2020
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/06/2020
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to install meters for rural water supplies.It includes confirming conditions of the site for meter installation, installing meter facilities and restoring site.This unit applies to those working as field or operational staff installing meters. Those undertaking this unit would work independently under appropriate supervision, while performing routine tasks ensuring minimum damage to the environment, in a familiar context.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Confirm conditions of the site for meter installation
  • 1.1 Identify the location of the site and establish client information from work plans and job specifications
  • 1.2 Identify access to the site and any conditions of access
  • 1.3 Assess the conditions of the site
  • 1.4 Set out the site for installation of meter according to workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Complete risk assessment and identify and control hazards
2 Install meter facilities
  • 2.1 Calculate installation elevations according to design
  • 2.2 Install meter as set out according to design and manufacturer specifications
  • 2.3 Check fittings, seals and operation according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Install ancillary equipment and check for operation and seal
  • 2.5 Check meter installation for compliance with manufacturer specifications
3 Restore site
  • 3.1 Backfill with suitable material, moisture content and compact
  • 3.2 Restore the site according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVZ05 NWPIRR014 Install meters for rural water supplies Unit of competency