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Monitor and report on cathodic protection systems

Monitor and report on cathodic protection systems

Unit of competency
National Code
UEGNSG062
State Code
OEJ63
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
09/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/03/2023
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Original Release Date
13/03/2023
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to monitor, test and recognise faults; and review, record and report findings and faults on cathodic protection systems. It does not include specialist cathodic protection activities.It includes applying relevant legislation, codes of practice, regulations, standards and workplace procedures. Work may be performed autonomously in remote locations for long periods of time and includes selecting and using the correct tools, equipment, maps, drawings and personal protection equipment (PPE) in accordance with workplace procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to monitor and report on cathodic protection systems
  • 1.1 Workplace safety, environmental and sustainable energy practices for the site are identified, obtained and understood
  • 1.2 Job requirements are obtained and interpreted from plans, specifications and instructions
  • 1.3 Relevant job requirements and workplace procedures for work activities are discussed with relevant person/s, including third parties, to determine and confirm work schedule and respective responsibilities
  • 1.4 Hazards are identified, workplace safety and environmental risks are assessed, and control measures are prioritised, implemented and monitored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Scope of responsibility under the relevant job requirements, including all work permits and/or relevant notifications is determined and confirmed to access the services and perform work in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Equipment, tools and PPE needed to carry out work activities are identified, obtained and checked for correct operation and safety in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 1.7 Materials, plans, diagrams, drawings and resources required for work are confirmed and obtained in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Monitor and report on cathodic protection systems
  • 2.1 Workplace safety and environmental risk control measures, schedule of work and workplace procedures for carrying out work are followed
  • 2.3 Work is completed within agreed timeframe and to industry standards in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Hazardous activities are conducted safely in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Alarms, codes and hazard warnings are correctly recognised, and the correct response strategy is selected and applied in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Faults and operational conditions of the components are identified, repaired or replaced, and reported in accordance with organisational job requirements
  • 2.7 Unplanned events are referred to the relevant person/s for directions in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Review, record and report on monitoring cathodic protection systems
  • 3.1 Workplace safety risk control measures for work completion are followed
  • 3.2 Quality and safety checks of the work are conducted in accordance with job requirements, workplace procedures and community and industry standards
  • 3.2 Worksite is cleaned, reinstated and made safe in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Tools, equipment and any surplus resources/materials are cleaned, checked and securely stored in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Incidents are reported and followed up as required in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Relevant person/s is notified of work completion in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Work completion documentation is completed accurately and provided to relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAD94 UEGNSG355 Monitor and report on cathodic protection systems Unit of competency