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Sample and test source or drinking water

Sample and test source or drinking water

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPGEN020
State Code
OBO21
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/06/2020
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/06/2020
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to sample and test source or drinking water.It includes preparing for and conducting worksite source and treated water quality sampling and testing. It also includes reporting abnormal findings and finalising work. This unit does not include off-site laboratory testing.This unit applies to those working in field operations in various industries. Those undertaking this unit would work under appropriate supervision, while performing routine tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for water quality sampling and testing
  • 1.1 Determine work requirements from standard operation procedures
  • 1.2 Confirm and record samples, locations and tests to comply with requirements
  • 1.3 Select and check relevant equipment and tools to meet tasks and safety requirements
  • 1.4 Select and apply relevant sample preservation methods
  • 1.5 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Limit hazards and contamination to protect self, work area and environment
2 Conduct water quality sampling and testing
  • 2.1 Apply chain of custody principles according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Collect samples ensuring types, locations, times and labels comply with requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Prepare samples for off-site laboratory testing according to requirements
  • 2.4 Maintain integrity of samples during sampling and onsite testing
  • 2.5 Conduct worksite water quality tests according to workplace procedures and record results
  • 2.6 Assess and report abnormal characteristics to relevant personnel
3 Finalise work
  • 3.1 Clear and restore work area
  • 3.2 Report observations or measurements requiring further action to relevant personnel
  • 3.3 Dispose of samples, clean and store test equipment according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVZ29 NWPGEN007 Sample and test drinking water Unit of competency