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Employ explosive power tools in an underwater environment

Employ explosive power tools in an underwater environment

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFWDV015
State Code
BBC07
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/08/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/02/2018
Field of Education
031799 - Maritime Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/02/2018
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to employ explosive power tools (EPTs) in an underwater environment.It includes preparing and selecting an appropriate EPT for underwater work task and inspecting it for serviceability. It also includes recovering waste, and deservicing and storing of equipment.This unit applies to persons working as Defence Divers or to others working in this field.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.Persons undertaking this unit work independently and perform specific tasks in a range of contexts that could be unpredictable.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to use EPTs underwater
  • 1.1 Identify and analyse work task and worksite data to determine EPT specific requirements
  • 1.2 Develop work plan consistent with dive plan
  • 1.3 Select, inspect and prepare EPTs, explosive charges and protective equipment in accordance with work plan
  • 1.4 Secure EPTs and explosive charges safely to/from dive site
  • 1.5 Identify obstructions and other hazards, to determine risks and to manage appropriate risk control measures
2 Operate EPTs underwater
  • 2.1 Secure EPTs and explosive charges on self in accordance with operational and safety procedures
  • 2.2 Ensure material or base set out intended for explosive fasteners complies with detailed drawings and work plan specifications
  • 2.3 Install EPT attachments and chamber EPT charges in accordance with manufacturer specifications
  • 2.4 Determine safe work area, and confirm location of other divers prior to commencing work task/s in accordance with work plan
  • 2.5 Operate EPTs under water safely and manage identified risks
  • 2.6 Clear and render safe EPTs in accordance with manufacturer specifications
  • 2.7 Check fastener penetration for angle, depth and integrity of base in accordance with work plan
3 Complete underwater EPT operations
  • 3.1 Minimise environmental impact arising from use of EPTs and recover waste products
  • 3.2 De-service EPT and protective equipment in accordance with work plan
  • 3.3 Record explosive charge usage in accordance with organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVV16 DEFDV015B Employ explosive power tools in an underwater environment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEF45 DEFWDV028 Employ explosive power tools in an underwater environment Unit of competency
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