Inspect and test fire hose reels

Unit of competency Outline

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Unit of competency

National Code
CPPFES2010

State Code
OCW26

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
Approved

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
20/01/2021

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

01/06/2021

Field of Education

039905 - Fire Technology

Original Release Date

01/06/2021

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to inspect and test fire hose reels at client premises and replace hoses and drums. The replacement procedures apply to existing risers fitted with a control valve. Service activities are conducted in compliance with requirements of the relevant Australian Standards and National Construction Code (NCC).The unit does not apply to any maintenance, replacement or repair functions that are restricted to licensed trades or occupations.The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1 Plan and prepare for service operation.

1.1 Read work instructions to clarify service timeframes, client needs, and site and equipment locations.
1.2 Discuss planned service procedures with relevant persons to clarify client needs and expectations.
1.3 Plan work activities to comply with relevant Australian Standards, NCC, regulatory, work health and safety (WHS) and workplace requirements.
1.4 Identify potential and actual breaches of rules and regulations associated with work instructions and take required action to ensure compliance according to regulatory and workplace requirements.
1.5 Select and use required tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE).
1.6 Arrange access to worksite and communicate with responsible entity and affected persons to advise duration and impact of planned service procedures and to ensure alternative safety arrangements are implemented.
1.7 Identify and prepare to control hazards in the work area according to workplace requirements.

2 Inspect and test fire hose reel.

2.1 Inspect fire hose reel and installation location according to maintenance schedule of relevant Australian Standard and regulatory requirements.
2.2 Test fire hose reel according to maintenance schedule of relevant Australian Standard and regulatory requirements.
2.3 Report identified defects and any potential or actual regulatory non-compliances according to workplace requirements.

3 Replace and commission fire hose reel assembly.

3.1 Replace fire hose reel assembly according to manufacturer requirements, relevant Australian Standards, regulatory and workplace requirements.
3.2 Commission replaced fire hose reel according to relevant Australian Standards.

4 Finalise service operation.

4.1 Complete service records and report outstanding defects, non-compliances and recommended rectifications according to Australian Standards, regulatory and workplace requirements.
4.2 Check tools and equipment for faults, wear or damage and rectify or report problems according to workplace requirements.
4.3 Leave client premises in a clean and tidy condition.

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WC135	CPPFES2010A	Inspect and test fire hose reels	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BGJ6	CPP20521	Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing	Qualification