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Use a portable detector to locate a combustible gas escape

Use a portable detector to locate a combustible gas escape

Unit of competency
National Code
UEGNSG040
State Code
OEL98
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
09/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/03/2023
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
13/03/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use a portable gas detector to locate a combustible gas escape.It includes using portable gas detection devices to locate, pinpoint and classify gas escapes and completing relevant documentation in accordance with relevant legislative, industry standards and code of practice requirements.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to use portable gas detection device
  • 1.1 Workplace safety, environmental and sustainable energy practices for the site are identified, obtained and understood
  • 1.2 Gas or vapour to be detected is determined from workplace documentation and/or in consultation with relevant person/s
  • 1.3 Gas detection devices are checked for calibration and response in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures for use with the appropriate combustible gas
  • 1.4 Personal protective equipment (PPE) is obtained and checked for correct operation and safety in accordance with workplace procedures for use with the appropriate combustible gas
2 Use gas detectors and pinpoint gas escapes
  • 2.1 Workplace safety risk control measures and environmental policies and procedures are followed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Gas detection device is used in accordance with manufacturer instructions, workplace procedures and environmental conditions
  • 2.3 Gas properties and characteristics and environmental conditions are considered and monitored when determining probable areas that gases could accumulate
  • 2.4 Gas detector readings are interpreted correctly, converted to relevant percentage and recorded in accordance with regulations and workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Gas escapes are located and pinpointed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Required actions are determined and communicated to relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Complete theuse of gas detector equipment and complete relevant documentation
  • 3.1 Gas detection devices are purged, disassembled and stored in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Storage, use and calibration records of the gas detection device are maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Worksite is cleaned, reinstated and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Incidents are reported and followed up as required in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Relevant person/s is notified of work completion in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Reports and documentation are completed accurately, and readings recorded and maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAE02 UEGNSG006 Use a portable gas detector to locate escape Unit of competency