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Construct and lay nylon or PVC gas distribution mains

Construct and lay nylon or PVC gas distribution mains

Unit of competency
National Code
UEGNSG222
State Code
OAD52
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/09/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/01/2019
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
04/01/2019
Nominal Hours
54
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to construct and lay nylon or polyvinyl chloride (PVC) gas distribution mains. It includes constructing and laying nylon or PVC gas distribution mains using relevant tools and equipment, completing necessary documentation and working safely in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant legislative, industry standards and codes 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 construct and lay nylon or PVC gas distribution mains
  • 1.1 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) workplace procedures and environmental measures for the site are identified, obtained and applied
  • 1.2 Job requirements and workplace procedures for the site are discussed with relevant person/s to confirm the work schedule
  • 1.3 WHS/OHS, environmental and sustainable energy policies and procedures are obtained and applied in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Hazards are identified, WHS/OHS risks are assessed and control measures prioritised, implemented and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Scope of work and level of responsibility under the relevant work permit and/or notification is confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Equipment, plant, tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) required to construct and lay nylon/PVC gas distribution pipelines and services are identified, obtained and checked for correct operation and safety in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Relevant person/s are consulted to ensure the work is coordinated effectively with others involved
  • 1.8 Materials, plans, diagrams, drawings and resources required to construct and lay nylon/PVC gas distribution mains are confirmed, scheduled and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.9 Safety and emergency procedures and responsibilities for an incident at the work site are checked and confirmed with relevant person/s
  • 1.10 Third-party issues are referred to relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.11 Site preparation, safety plan and work schedule are confirmed with relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.12 Road signs, barriers and warning devices are positioned in accordance with job instructions, workplace procedures and traffic management plans
2 Construct and lay nylon or PVC gas distribution mains
  • 2.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures, schedules of work and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed
  • 2.2 Materials, tools, equipment and measuring devices required for the work are selected and used correctly and safely in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Hazardous activities are conducted safely in accordance with WHS/OHS workplace procedures and job instructions
  • 2.4 Excavation bed/trench is prepared for laying of nylon/PVC pipe in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Construction and laying of nylon/PVC gas distribution mains is conducted in accordance with relevant industry standards and workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Work is carried out to the required standard, without waste of materials or damage to apparatus, circuits, and the surrounding environment or services using sustainable energy principles
  • 2.7 WHS/OHS risks, incidents and accidents are reported to authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.8 Unplanned events are referred to authorised person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.9 Quality and safety checks of work and testing of pipework is carried out in accordance with industry standards, work instructions and workplace procedures
3 Complete the work and relevant documentation
  • 3.1 WHS/OHS risk control measures for work completion are followed
  • 3.2 Relevant person/s are notified of work completion in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Tools, equipment and any surplus resources and materials are cleaned, checked and securely stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Work site is tidied and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Relevant documentation is completed and provided to appropriate person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WJ023 UEGNSG222A Construct and lay Nylon or PVC gas distribution mains Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEL16 UEGNSG012 Construct and lay plastic gas distribution mains Unit of competency