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Maintain livestock water supplies

Maintain livestock water supplies

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK347
State Code
OFF88
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/02/2025
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/08/2025
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
11/08/2025
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain livestock water supplies, where the services of a tradesperson are not necessary.The unit applies to individuals who maintain livestock water supplies under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace, and sustainability and biosecurity practices.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify maintenance requirements
  • 1.1 Check livestock water supplies for quality, and inspect for signs of contamination or deterioration and low or interrupted supply
  • 1.2 Check components of water supply systems for wear, deterioration or malfunctions
  • 1.3 Identify and confirm maintenance requirements according to the maintenance plan
2. Prepare for maintenance
  • 2.1 Identify hazards and risks, and implement safe working practices to manage risks
  • 2.2 Select, check and maintain tools, equipment and materials required to perform water supply maintenance
  • 2.3 Identify faulty or unsafe tools and equipment, and separate for repair or replacement
  • 2.4 Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to the task
3. Carry out maintenance procedures
  • 3.1 Maintain water systems and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and maintenance plan requirements
  • 3.2 Conduct maintenance, fault finding and repair of motors where necessary
  • 3.3 Report complex faults and repair requirements to the supervisor
4. Complete maintenance activities
  • 4.1 Clean, maintain and store tools, equipment, materials and PPE
  • 4.2 Clean and maintain worksite
  • 4.3 Dispose of or recycle unwanted materials and waste from maintenance activities according to environmental practices
  • 4.4 Report work activities, and faulty and unserviceable tools and equipment to supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAR80 AHCLSK305 Maintain livestock water supplies Unit of competency