Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 12:23 AM AWST
23/07/2026 12:23 AM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Install PVC plastic pipelines for pressurised applications
Install PVC plastic pipelines for pressurised applications
Unit of competency
National Code
PMBWELD308E
PMBWELD308E
State Code
ODA87
ODA87
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/05/2021
Field of Education
030305 - Materials Engineering
Original Release Date
19/05/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install polyvinylchloride (PVC) plastic pressure pipeline components in the field, in the form of UPVC (unplasticised PVC), MPVC (microcellular PVC) or OPVC (oriented PVC).This unit applies to an experienced technician working alone or as part of a team.The unit principally refers to the assessment of suitability of materials for specific gas or water pressure applications, preparation for and performance of chemical and mechanical jointing, repairs and service connections, and solving installation problems.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify applications for alternative jointing technologies
- 1.1 Assess suitability of mechanical jointing systems from known properties and limitations
- 1.2 Assess suitability of chemical bonding jointing systems from known properties and limitations
- 1.3 Perform trial jointing for all methods, and identify, rectify and report on non-conformance
- 1.4 Assess quality against job specifications
2. Determine methods for handling, storage, transport and installation of PVC pipeline components
- 2.1 Identify requirements for handling and transport of PVC materials from job specifications and according to relevant standards
- 2.2 Determine requirements for long-term storage from job specifications and according to relevant standards
- 2.3 Determine requirements for pipe installation, including additional materials from job specifications and according to relevant standards
3. Perform service connection and repair of plastic pipelines
- 3.1 Determine service connection requirements from job requirements and according to relevant standards
- 3.2 Perform service connection to meet job requirements
- 3.3 Determine repair requirements from job requirements and according to relevant standards
- 3.4 Identify alternative repair options that meet job requirements
- 3.5 Repair installation to meet job requirements
4. Assess quality of completed installation
- 4.1 Identify quality standards and test procedures for installation according to job specifications
- 4.2 Follow test procedures to visually assess quality of completed installation against job specifications and report results
- 4.3 Accurately maintain records and logbooks
No information
No information
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAH77 | PMBWELD308 | Install PVC plastic pressure pipelines | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGP1 | PMB30121 | Certificate III in Polymer Processing | Qualification |
| BIH1 | NWP30222 | Certificate III in Water Industry Operations | Qualification |