This unit of competency covers skills and knowledge required to design relevant elements of plastics pressure pipes and pipeline components operating under high temperature industrial conditions in the field.This unit of competency applies to experienced operators who are required to select suitable materials, components and designs for specific high temperature pressure applications of plastic pipes and pipelines to quality assurance requirements, including specifying appropriate testing and commissioning procedures. The end application includes pipelines for transmitting high pressure water-based fluids at elevated temperatures.This unit of competency applies to an experienced operator demonstrating theoretical and technical knowledge and well developed skills in situations that require some discretion and judgement. The operator may work alone or as a member of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.