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Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices

Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCPWT4022
State Code
OCM53
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
30
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to test, commission and maintain backflow prevention devices in water services.In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify testing, commissioning and maintenance requirements.
  • 1.1 Access, read and determine backflow prevention device testing, commissioning and maintenance 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 appropriate tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE).
3 Commission and maintain devices.
  • 3.1 Commission and maintain devices in compliance with manufacturers’ instructions, relevant Australian Standards and jurisdictional requirements.
  • 3.2 Complete documentation according to regulatory 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
WF976 CPCPWT4022A Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGC7 CPC40920 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services Qualification