Elements and Performance Criteria

Available information
Available information may include:
construction documents
building and coordination information
work specifications
information for plant services equipment
industry codes, standards and regulations
design brief
Reticulated systems
Reticulated systems may include:
hot and cold water systems
steam and condensate systems
heating/chilled and condenser water systems
compressed air systems
natural and LPG systems
pipe work insulation
flues and insulation
Operational features and working principles of reticulated system components
Operational features and working principles of reticulated system components include:
variable refrigerant volume (VRV) systems
refrigeration systems
slab heating/cooling
hydronic heating
chilled beams
medical gases
fittings/valve types:
strainer
balancing
isolating
non-return
pumps
air side:
fans
dampers
registers
filters
air handling units
vav units
domestic hot and cold water systems
steam and condensate systems
heating/chilled and condenser water systems
compressed air systems
gas systems
insulation
Codes, standards and industry regulations
Safety standards include:
AS/NZS 1668 Set:2005 The use of ventilation and air conditioning in building Set
AS 1682.1-1990 Fire dampers - Specification
AS 4254-2002 Ductwork for air-handling systems in buildings
building codes
OHS codes of practice
Gas Regulations overview
Industry standards
Industry standards may include, but are not limited to:
Building Codes of Australia (BSA)
Australian Standards (AS)
legislation requirements from Building Practitioner's Board (RBP)
Australian Gas Codes (AGC)
Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA)
third-party manufacturing and installation standards
company standards
guidelines
general practices

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to interpret and apply drawing specifications and industry standards in the production of drawings for the installation of reticulated services.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Specifically the candidate must be able to:
work within typical site/teamwork structures and methods
apply worksite communication procedures
comply with organisational policies and procedures, including quality requirements
participate in work meetings
comply with quality requirements
use industry terminology
apply appropriate safety procedures
produce drawings for reticulated services to industry standard.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team.
Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling, recording and reporting associated with drafting or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways, including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.