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Operate and control reclaimed water irrigation

Operate and control reclaimed water irrigation

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPTRT062
State Code
AVY02
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills required to operate and control reclaimed water irrigation and the use of reclaimed water for irrigation practices.This unit applies to those working as staff members with a specific responsibility for analysing the critical aspects of reclaimed water reuse management relating to a project or site and implementing reclaimed water reuse irrigation.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.Those undertaking this unit would work under indirect supervision, performing routine tasks in a familiar context, ensuring minimum damage to the environment. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess sites for reclaimed water irrigation
  • 1.1 Identify soil/water interactions and soil properties important for plant growth.
  • 1.2 Identify soil sampling sites, collect samples and conduct soil testing.
  • 1.3 Classify soils using field texture, pH and structure analysis.
  • 1.4 Monitor and determine the water holding capacity of the soil.
2. Assess quality of reclaimed water for irrigation
  • 2.1 Sample and test reclaimed water and interpret quality parameters.
  • 2.2 Determine crops suitable for the quality of reclaimed water and site conditions.
3. Implement reclaimed water irrigation
  • 3.1 Identify basic features of irrigation systems.
  • 3.2 Operate and maintain irrigation equipment.
  • 3.3 Identify and apply irrigation scheduling options for reclaimed water.
  • 3.4 Produce water budgets using crop factors and climate data.
  • 3.5 Apply irrigation water and collect and monitor tail water or runoff.
4. Respond to water or soil quality issues
  • 4.1 Develop irrigation management options to respond to water quality issues.
  • 4.2 Identify and apply requirements and options for soil ameliorants.
  • 4.3 Monitor infiltration and drainage.
5. Compile reclaimed water irrigation records
  • 5.1 Compile reports from system data.
  • 5.2 Report observations outside defined parameters for further action.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1937 NWP362B Monitor, operate and control reclaimed water irrigation Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBN58 NWPTRT028 Operate and control reclaimed water irrigation Unit of competency