Install special hazard systems

Unit of competency Outline

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Unit of competency

National Code
CPCPFS3036

State Code
OCO31

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
Approved

Current Release Number
3.00

Current Release Date
09/12/2021

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

01/06/2021

Field of Education

039905 - Fire Technology

Original Release Date

01/06/2021

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to install special hazard extinguishing systems, including decommissioning gaseous agent containers and actuation devices.All technicians performing work described in this unit that involves the handling of prescribed ozone depleting substances (ODS) and synthetic greenhouse gases (SGG) extinguishing agents must hold an appropriate extinguishing agent handling licence (EAHL).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 installation requirements.

1.1 Obtain, read and apply special hazard systems requirements from relevant job plans and specifications, codes, Australian Standards, manufacturer’s specifications and jurisdictional requirements.
1.2 Identify and apply workplace policies and procedures, organisational work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements.

2 Prepare for work.

2.1 Create a materials list and collect components.
2.2 Select and check the serviceability of appropriate tools and equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE).
2.3 Prepare work area to support efficient installation of special hazard extinguishing systems.

3 Decommission gaseous agent containers and actuation devices.

3.1 Confirm and isolate all interface systems and put in place appropriate signage, lock-off and documentation.
3.2 Physically disconnect manual, electrical and mechanical actuation devices.
3.3 Identify and disconnect pneumatic actuation devices and pilot and slave tubes and fittings.
3.4 Connect transport caps on all outlets, plugs and locking devices, according to manufacturer’s specifications.
3.5 Disconnect container bank manifold connection components.
3.6 Install transport caps on valve outlets.
3.7 Organise removal and transportation of gaseous agent containers to storage or reclaim facility.
3.8 Complete documentation and decommissioning sign-off requirements and confirm with relevant persons.

4 Install and test special hazard systems.

4.1 Set out system and install fixings.
4.2 Check pipe supports and install pipes, fittings, nozzles and components.
4.3 Perform piping system pressure testing.
4.4 Connect cylinder manifold and cylinder hoses.
4.5 Connect cylinder supports and cylinders and secure in brackets.
4.6 Remove transport caps and connect cylinder hoses.
4.7 Connect actuators.
4.8 Complete documentation according to relevant regulatory requirements.

5 Clean up.

5.1 Clear the work area, and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with state and territory legislation and workplace policies and procedures.
5.2 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
WF876	CPCPFS3036A	Install special hazard systems	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BGC1	CPC32820	Certificate III in Fire Protection	Qualification