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Sample and test drinking water

Sample and test drinking water

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPGEN007
State Code
AVZ29
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills required to collect and prepare drinking water samples and to perform basic water quality tests. This unit does not include off-site laboratory testing.This unit applies to those working in field operations in the water industry, but might be relevant to others.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing routine tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for water quality sampling and testing
  • 1.1 Receive instructions for taking samples and conducting basic water quality tests.
  • 1.2 Confirm and record samples and tests to comply with requirements.
  • 1.3 Select, check and prepare equipment and resources.
  • 1.4 Select and apply relevant sample preservation methods.
  • 1.5 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment.
2. Conduct water quality sampling and testing
  • 2.1 Adopt hygienic work practices.
  • 2.2 Collect samples ensuring that types, locations and times comply with requirements.
  • 2.3 Prepare samples for off-site laboratory testing according to requirements.
  • 2.4 Maintain integrity of samples during sampling andon-site testing.
  • 2.5 Conduct basic on-site water quality tests.
  • 2.6 Assess and report abnormal characteristics and apply incident management principles.
  • 2.7 Record samples and results of on-site analysis.
  • 2.8 Limit hazards and contamination to self, work area and environment.
3. Finalise work
  • 3.1 Apply chain of custody principles.
  • 3.2 Report observations or measurements requiring further action.
  • 3.3 Dispose of samples and clean and store test equipment.
  • 3.4 Clear and restore work area.
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBO21 NWPGEN020 Sample and test source or drinking water Unit of competency