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Operate regulating devices in rural irrigation systems

Operate regulating devices in rural irrigation systems

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPIWS002
State Code
OBO09
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 operate regulating devices in rural irrigation systems.It includes monitoring flows in irrigation systems, recording and reporting system adjustments and responding to contingencies.This unit applies to those working as field or operational staff with responsibility for using flow control and metering devices according to workplace procedures. Those undertaking this unit would work in a team or under appropriate supervision using own familiar resources as required, while performing routine tasks in range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Monitor and regulate required flows in irrigation systems
  • 1.1 Access and apply operating requirements for flows in irrigation systems
  • 1.2 Use and secure equipment to assist operational activities according to workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Monitor, measure and record flows at designated locations according to work schedule
  • 1.4 Identify potential operational problems and provide solutions
  • 1.5 Adjust and maintain flow regulation and control mechanisms to increase and decrease flow according to workplace procedures
2 Record and report system adjustments
  • 2.1 Produce trend information relating to flow adjustments
  • 2.2 Collect, record and report information on flows and abnormalities
3 Respond to contingencies
  • 3.1 Identify and assess potential risks and contingencies in the operation of regulating devices
  • 3.2 Respond to potential and actual risks and contingencies
  • 3.3 Inform relevant personnel of potential risks according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVZ10 NWPIRR002 Operate basic flow control and regulating devices in irrigation systems Unit of competency