CASE FOR ENDORSEMENT. NWP NATIONAL WATER TRAINING PACKAGE Release 2.0

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1 CASE FOR ENDORSEMENT NWP NATIONAL WATER TRAINING PACKAGE Release 2.0

2 CONTENTS CONTENTS... ii DESCRIPTION OF WORK... 1 Industry Reference Committee sign off... 1 Revised and DEVELOPED TRAINING PACKAGE COMPONENTS... 2 IRC DETAILS... 4 KEY STAKEHOLDERS... 5 Technical Advisory Committee Members... 5 State/Territory Training Authorities... 5 EVIDENCE OF INDUSTRY SUPPORT... 7 States and Territories... 7 Industry stakeholders... 7 Report/s by exception... 7 Advice about alternative approaches explored... 7 Key stakeholder awareness of the expected impact of the changes... 8 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NEW TRAINING PACKAGE... 9 INDUSTRY EXPECTATIONS ABOUT TRAINING DELIVERY COAG INDUSTRY SKILLS COUNCIL REFORMS TO TRAINING PACKAGES EQUITY REPORT EDITORIAL REPORT QUALITY ASSURANCE REPORT APPENDIX A INDEPENDENT EQUITY REPORT SECTION 1 DETAILS OF DRAFT TRAINING PACKAGE COMPONENTS SECTION 2 EQUITY CHECKLIST OF DRAFT TRAINING PACKAGE COMPONENTS APPENDIX B - INDEPENDENT EDITORIAL REPORT APPENDIX C - INDEPENDENT QUALITY REPORT AUSTRALIAN INDUSTRY STANDARDS National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement ii

3 DESCRIPTION OF WORK Activity Order AIS/TPD/ /006 for NWP release 2.0 Activity Start Date: April 2017 Activity Finish Date: no later than 30 October 2018 A review of the current Diploma of Water Industry Operations to address barriers to industry and meet industry s needs for occupational streams. The original activity order was amended to include an additional stream for Hydrographic Survey. The qualification streams were rebuilt with additional streams included to meet the occupational requirements of industry. The Units of Competency content was strengthened and technology components added to align with the current job roles and occupational requirements of industry. Regulatory components in the diploma were strengthened and made more generic to assist with futureproofing against changes that occur in this space, whilst aligning the various State and Territory requirements that Water operators are required to operate under. This project focused on the following qualification and associated Units of Competency: NWP Diploma of Water Industry Operations Development of 20 new NWP Units of Competency Revision of 16 existing NWP Units of Competency Industry Reference Committee sign off Water IRC members recommend the NWP National Water Training Package Release 2.0 be submitted to the AISC for endorsement with written support from the IRC chair. Water IRC Chair Signature: Date: 24 September 2018 National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 1

4 REVISED AND DEVELOPED TRAINING PACKAGE COMPONENTS The draft NWP National Water Training Package materials to be approved under this Case for Endorsement are available from AIS NWP National Water Training Package project site. NWP National Water Training Package project material submitted for endorsement Qualification Code NWP50118 Qualification Title Diploma of Water Industry Operations New Units Developed (20) Unit Code NWPAMG001 NWPCCO001 NWPCCO002 NWPGEN016 NWPHYS001 NWPHYS002 NWPHYS003 NWPHYS004 NWPHYS005 NWPHYS006 NWPHYS007 NWPNET006 NWPNET008 NWPNET009 NWPNET010 NWPSOU004 NWPSOU005 NWPTRT002 NWPTRT003 NWPTRT004 Unit Title Manage asset construction and maintenance Analyse and implement network data Use control centre systems to monitor and control water Interpret and comply with regulatory requirements Identify and analyse information technology for hydrographic surveys Interpret and analyse science principles for hydrographic surveying Manage and analyse water levels and flows Manage hydrographic surveying projects Use alternate positioning systems to gather data Use remote sensing for hydrographic surveying Use underwater acoustics to map waterways Apply construction principles to civil works in the water industry Develop and manage a drinking water system plan Develop and manage a wastewater collection plan Develop and manage an alternate water supply plan Develop and manage a catchment plan Develop and manage a dam safety inspection plan Develop and manage a treatment process monitoring program Develop and manage a wastewater treatment plan Develop and manage a water treatment plan National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 2

5 Revised Units of Competency (16) Unit Code NWPHYD002 NWPHYD003 NWPHYD004 NWPHYD005 NWPIRR004 NWPIRR005 NWPIRR006 NWPIRR007 NWPIRR008 NWPNET007 NWPSOU006 NWPSOU007 NWPSOU008 NWPTRD003 NWPTRD004 NWPTRD005 Unit Title Apply principles of open channel hydraulics Develop and maintain ratings Plan water resource management Process and report hydrographic time series data Develop and review a groundwater plan Develop and review a surface water plan Develop and review an irrigation system plan Implement and coordinate a surface water plan Implement and coordinate an irrigation delivery system plan Conduct commissioning and post-commissioning activities Develop and manage a flood plan Implement and coordinate a catchment plan Implement and coordinate a groundwater plan Evaluate, implement and monitor high risk trade waste discharge approvals Implement and manage trade waste policies and plans Develop and modify trade waste policies and plans National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 3

6 IRC DETAILS Water Industry Reference Committee The Water IRC members agreed to put forward the NWP National Water Training Package materials for endorsement consideration by the AISC. The IRC members support the Case for Endorsement (CfE), qualification and units of competency and anticipate minimal impact of these changes on water industry stakeholders and the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. A summary of the IRC s decision is in the National Repository (VETNet). Water Industry Reference Committee Members John Harris Water IRC Chair David Cameron Queensland Water Robert Allen Icon Water Tony Wright VIC Water Brendan Hill Sydney Water Corporation Tanya Albanese South Australia Water David Scott United Services Union/Australian Service Union George Wall Water Industry Operators Association of Australia Jason Ip NSW Water Directorate Neil Hooley Water Corporation Jeff Rigby Water Services Association of Australia Debra Henderson Australian Water Association Kate Blizzard TasWater National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 4

7 KEY STAKEHOLDERS Technical Advisory Committee Members Representative Alison Martin Brad Milfull Carlie Sargent Darren Clarke David Cameron David Roberts Dr Dianne Werden Dylan Colson Greg Staveley John Skinner Julia Krawitz Leon Whittingstall Lisa Kinross Michelle Hill Richard Cullen Richard Scott Scott Collis Organisation Water Corp WA QLD Water QLD Water Directorate SA Water QLD Water Directorate Chisholm Institute TAFE NSW Precision Hydrographic Services Sydney Water Australian Hydrographers Association Gold Coast Water Sydney Water Chisholm Institute QLD Water Directorate Surveying & Spatial Sciences Institute (SSSI) Hydrography Commission TAFE NSW Water Operations Sydney Water State/Territory Training Authorities Name Jodie Kafer Susan Bearfield Organisation Skills Canberra Skills & Economic Development, NSW Department of Industry National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 5

8 Nelson Brown Guy Valentine Marina Borrello Linda Seaborn Jacqueline Spencer Workforce NT, Department of Trade, Business and Innovation Skills Investment and Market Strategy. Dept. Employment, Small Business & Training QLD Skills and Employment Department of State Development SA Skills Tasmania, Department of State Growth Department of Education and Training VIC Michael Segrave Lisa Barron Department of Training and Workforce Development WA Paul Muenchow Fiona Preston National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 6

9 EVIDENCE OF INDUSTRY SUPPORT States and Territories All State Training Authorities were provided draft products and advised of the opportunity to provide feedback through the AIS website on the Case for Endorsement over the period: 5 October 2018 to 26 October Relevant Industry Training Advisory Bodies (ITAB s) were consulted throughout the process. Industry stakeholders During the revision and development of the Diploma of Water Industry Operations, AIS used a variety of consultation methods to ensure relevant stakeholder engagement. This included establishing a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). A list of TAC members can be found on page 5 AIS used the following communications strategies to ensure relevant stakeholders were consulted: Face-to-face meetings, phone, teleconference meetings and s to key industry stakeholders IRC member communications to their relevant industry networks using various methods s to STAs and VET regulators alerts on project progress to stakeholders Information about the project, progress updates and draft materials posted on the AIS website throughout the life of the project TAC meetings Report/s by exception There are no reports by exception for the NWP National Water Training Package Release 2.0 Case for Endorsement being submitted to the AISC. Advice about alternative approaches explored NWP50118 Diploma of Water Industry Operations TAC members were made aware of the minimum standard arrangements that IRCs are to adhere to. No alternate view or alternative arrangements were proposed to the TAC members by industry stakeholders or the regulator that would have better suited the needs of their industry or the project outcomes. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 7

10 Key stakeholder awareness of the expected impact of the changes State/Territory Training Authorities As part of the AIS communication strategy, key Water industry stakeholder views were sought and all feedback presented to TAC members during the revision and development of the Diploma of Water Industry Operations (National Water Training Package Release 2.0). Stakeholder feedback was considered and discussed with TAC members and all decisions made at TAC meetings were documented. As part of the AIS communication strategy, all key Water industry stakeholders were regularly informed of the expected impacts during the consultation periods. These consultation periods were: 19 June to 6 July July to 10 August 2018 There are no Units of Competency proposed for deletion from the National Register being submitted to the AISC. State/Territory Organisation Response Australian Capital Territory Education & Training, ACT Government New South Wales Department of Industry Northern Territory Department of Trade, Business and Innovation Queensland Department of Education, Training and Employment - Skills Investment and Market Strategy South Australia Skills and Employment Department of State Development Tasmania Skills Tasmania, Department of State Growth Victoria Department of Education and Training Western Australia Department of Training and Workforce Development National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 8

11 IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NEW TRAINING PACKAGE Advice about how training package component(s) meet occupational and licensing requirements There are no licencing requirements included in any part of this revision and development. Implementation issues of note and management strategy There are no identified implementation issues identified. Stakeholders consulted in the development and validation of the components included in the revision and development of the Diploma of Water Industry Operations (National Water Training Package Release 2.0) came from a range of Water industry enterprises, training organisations and industry associations. The qualification and Units of Competency have been written specifically to reflect current occupational and vocational outcomes and work practices used in the Water industry. AIS used a consultation model that allows individuals to comment on the training products throughout the process. Supporting equitable access and progression of learners The qualification submitted does not have entry requirements. None of the units of competency submitted for endorsement contain pre-requisites. Supporting learner transition between education sectors There are currently no credit arrangements for this qualification. Supporting movement of skills within and across organisations and sectors Packaging rules, qualifications framework and pathways support movement within and across industry and industry sectors. Implications of new and revised components The revised Units of Competency are equivalent to the existing Units of Competency New Units of Competency were developed to meet the specific needs of the water industry Supporting implementation across a range of settings The Companion Volume Implementation Guide for the NWP National Water Training Package Release 2.0 provides advice on implementation across a range of settings in the. The proposed qualification and Units of Competency meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012 and therefore present no barriers at the implementation level. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 9

12 How the downstream impacts (including, state and territory funding arrangements) of the changes will be managed (for example, where the case for endorsement recommends the deletion of units/qualifications) The new Diploma qualification is not equivalent but has the same occupational outcomes as the previous diploma with additional job roles and required Units of Competency added to meet industry requirements. Therefore it will require re assessment by state and territory departments regarding funding arrangements. INDUSTRY EXPECTATIONS ABOUT TRAINING DELIVERY Advice about how training package component(s) meet occupational and licensing requirements The new and revised Units of Competency meet the occupational requirements of the water industry There are no licencing requirements in the new and revised Units of Competency Timelines for implementation of the components Timelines for implementation of the National Water Training Package Release 2.0 are consistent with national policies for the transition and teach out of superseded Training Package components. Overarching expectations of industry for the delivery/assessment of the components The diploma has been developed to facilitate flexible delivery and assessment methods that suit the trainees job role and the enterprises need for identified skills. Industry requested both practical and knowledge skills be included to demonstrate the relevant competence Reflection of contemporary work organisation and job profiles The new Units of Competency will now facilitate the required skill and knowledge outcomes expected by industry to provide suitably skilled staff to perform their roles to meet the expectations of Water enterprises and customers. Credit arrangements existing between Training Package qualifications and higher education qualifications There are no formal transition arrangements between the VET sector and the higher education sector for the units being submitted to the AISC. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 10

13 COAG INDUSTRY SKILLS COUNCIL REFORMS TO TRAINING PACKAGES Explanation of how the decision being sought from the AISC would support the COAG Industry and Skills Council reforms to training packages including to: Remove obsolete, superfluous and duplicative qualifications and units from the system Include information about industry s expectations of training delivery (i.e. duration of training mode of delivery and learner characteristics) This Case for Endorsement describes industry s expectations for training delivery and provides a CVIG that describes additional requirements applicable to the learner s characteristics. Improve qualification design to enable individuals to upskill and move easily from one related occupation to another The qualification was developed to fit into the Water industry employment pathway and provides the flexibility to cover all identified job roles at that level. It also facilitates the individuals an opportunity to switch occupational streams within industry. Improve the efficiency of the training system through the creation of units of competence that can be owned and used by multiple industry sectors The Units of Competency were revised and developed do facilitate use by multiple industry sectors. Foster greater recognition of skill sets No Skill Sets were developed or updated in this review. Evidence of completion of the training package development work assigned by the AISC in the Case for Change This Case for Endorsement encompasses a single submission of Training Package development activity directed by the Commonwealth through the Activity Order AIS/TPD/ /006. Evidence that training package components are prepared for publication The Quality Report detailed in Section F provides confirmation that the draft endorsed components meet the Standards for Training Packages Training package products presented for endorsement can be viewed via the following link: Units and Qualification. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 11

14 The Water IRC signed off on this Case for Endorsement on Monday the 24th of September 2018 this dictates the completion of the work assigned from the Case for Change, by the AISC The Quality Report detailed in Section F provides confirmation that the draft endorsed components meet the Standards for Training Packages Final draft Training Package materials, CVIG and mapping tables are provided with this CfE. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 12

15 APPENDICES National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 13

16 EQUITY REPORT Independent Equity Report Provided by Jennifer Webster See Appendix A EDITORIAL REPORT Independent Editorial Report Provided by Tina Berghella See Appendix B QUALITY ASSURANCE REPORT Independent Quality Report Provided by Terry Smith See Appendix C AIS Declaration AIS declares that the draft Training Package components meet the requirements of the: Standards for Training Packages 2012 Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy Training Package Products Policy Training Product Development Programme Guidelines Relevant AQF qualification type descriptors (for purpose, knowledge, skills and application) Companion Volume Implementation Guide AIS and the Water IRC confirm that the CVIG is available and has been quality assured. Statement of evidence against the Training Package Quality Principles The Water IRC confirm that evidence against the following quality principles has been obtained as part of the development of Training Package components listed in this CfE: 1. Reflect identified workforce outcomes 2. Support national (and international) portability of skills and competencies, including reflecting licensing and regulatory requirements 3. Reflect national agreement about the core transferable skills and core job-specific skills required for job roles as identified by industry 4. Be flexible to meet the diversity of individual and employer needs, including the capacity to adapt to changing job roles and workplaces 5. Facilitate recognition of an individual s skills and knowledge, and support movement between the school, VET and higher education sectors 6. Support interpretation by training providers and others using simple, concise language and clear articulation of assessment requirements National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 14

17 APPENDIX A INDEPENDENT EQUITY REPORT Equity Report Template SECTION 1 DETAILS OF DRAFT TRAINING PACKAGE COMPONENTS INFORMATION REQUIRED Training Package title and code Number of new or revised qualifications Number of new or revised units of competency Confirmation that the draft endorsed components meet the requirements in Section Two Person completing the Equity Report and organisation. 1 DETAIL Industry Training Package Release One (qualification and new units) Release Two (revised units) One qualification - revised Thirty-six units of competency twenty units of competency are new and sixteen are revised. The qualification and the units of competency reviewed meet the requirements, as outlined in Section Two. J. Webster Industry Skills Specialist Australian Industry Standards (AIS) Date completed 22nd August Persons not a member of the Training Package Quality Assurance Panel are required to provide the following additional information: demonstrated experience in analysis of equity issues in the training or educational context; demonstrated understanding of vocational education and training; demonstrated commitment by the person to ongoing professional development; details of relevant qualifications and/or professional membership(s). National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 15

18 SECTION 2 EQUITY CHECKLIST OF DRAFT TRAINING PACKAGE COMPONENTS EQUITY REQUIREMENTS Draft endorsed components comply with the Training Package Products Policy (see Training Package Standard Two). EQUITY REVIEWER COMMENTS Provide brief commentary on whether the draft endorsed components meet each of the Equity Requirements It is the view of the Equity Reviewer that the training package developers complied with the NSSC Training Package Products Policy. SSO COMMENTS Training Package Quality Principles Quality Principle 4 Be FLEXIBLE to meet the diversity of individual and employer needs, including the capacity to adapt to changing job roles and workplaces. Key features Do the units of competency meet the diversity of individual and employer needs and support equitable access and progression of learners. What evidence demonstrates that the units of competency meet the diversity of individual and employer needs and support equitable access and progression of learners Are there other examples that demonstrate how the key features of flexibility are being achieved? 1. What evidence demonstrates that the draft components provide flexible qualifications that enable application in different contexts? The units of competency and qualification reviewed meet the diverse needs of leaners and employers. Equitable access and progression of learners is displayed. Flexible units of competency and a qualification that enables application in different contexts is demonstrated. The use of imported units from other training packages has enhanced the flexibility of the qualification under review. There is the capacity for units of competency and the qualification to be adapted to changing job roles within the Australian water industry. 2. Is there evidence of multiple entry and exit points? The units of competency and the qualification offer a variety of multiple entry and exit points. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 16

19 3. Have prerequisite units of competency been minimised? Are there other examples of evidence that demonstrate how the key features of the flexibility principle are being achieved? The use of prerequisites has been minimised to support the equitable access and progression of learners. There are minimum perquisites required for the units of competency under review. Quality Principle 5 Facilitate RECOGNITION of an individual s skills and knowledge and support movement between the school, vocational education and higher education sectors. Key features Support learner transition between education sectors. 1. What evidence demonstrates pathways from entry and preparatory level as appropriate to facilitate movement between schools and VET, from entry level into work, and between VET and higher education qualifications? The key learner transition provided by these units of competency and the qualification is between job roles, ranging from entry level to skilled and/or specialised, within the Australian water industry. Learner transition between education sectors is facilitated via VET qualifications. Quality Principle 6 Support interpretation by training providers and others using simple CONCISE LANGUAGE and clear articulation of assessment requirements. Key features Support implementation across a range of settings and support sound assessment practices. Units of competency are clearly written Training Package components are compliant with the TGA/National Register requirements for publication 1. Does the Companion Volume Implementation Guide includes advice about: - Pathways - Access and equity - Foundation skills? (see Training Package Standard 11) The reviewer has cited the Companion Volume Implementation Guide (CVIG) and it includes advice about: Pathways Access and equity Foundation skills Use of plain English through concise language and clear articulation of assessment requirements is in evidence. Assessment processes across a range of settings and the support of sound assessment practices is substantiated. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 17

20 VET experience - J. Webster Demonstrated experience in management of the following programmes: WELL NWDF and State funding to address access and equity Compliance - inclusive of addressing access and equity for learners and resolving complaints related to these issues Worker/learner assistance related to employment this including assessing assistance required Demonstrated experience in analysis of equity issues in the training or educational context: Post graduate studies on VET sector policy and implementation Development and implementation of LLN and access and equity programmes for RTOs Demonstrated understanding of vocational education and training: Worked in the VET sector in a variety of positions that specifically addressed access and equity Current role with AIS since June 2016 Demonstrated commitment by the person to ongoing professional development: Participation in ongoing Commonwealth and State Education and Training Departmental forums Upgrading qualifications - post graduate studies Completion of courses and professional development programmes related to VET Details of relevant qualifications: Graduate and post graduate qualifications Diploma TAA Certificate IV TAE National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 18

21 APPENDIX B - INDEPENDENT EDITORIAL REPORT 1. Cover page Information required Training Package title and code Number of new qualifications and their titles 2 Number of revised qualifications and their titles Number of new units of competency and their titles Detail NWP National Water Training Package 0 1 NWP50118 Diploma of Water Industry Operations 20 new units of competency NWPAMG001 Manage asset construction and maintenance NWPCCO001 Analyse and implement network data NWPCCO002 Use control centre systems to monitor and control water NWPGEN016 Interpret and comply with regulatory requirements NWPHYS001 Identify and analyse information technology for hydrographic surveys NWPHYS002 Interpret and analyse science principles for hydrographic surveying NWPHYS003 Manage and analyse water levels and flows NWPHYS004 Manage hydrographic surveying projects NWPHYS005 Use alternate positioning systems to gather data NWPHYS006 Use remote sensing for hydrographic surveying NWPHYS007 Use underwater acoustics to map waterways NWPNET006 Apply construction principles to civil works in the water industry NWPNET008 Develop and manage a drinking water system plan NWPNET009 Develop and manage a wastewater collection plan NWPNET010 Develop and manage an alternate water supply plan NWPSOU004 Develop and manage a catchment plan NWPSOU005 Develop and manage a dam safety inspection plan 2 When the number of training products is high the titles can be presented as an attachment. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 19

22 NWPTRT002 Develop and manage a treatment process monitoring program NWPTRT003 Develop and manage a wastewater treatment plan NWPTRT004 Develop and manage a water treatment plan Number of revised units of competency and their titles 16 revised units of competency NWPHYD002 Apply principles of open channel hydraulics NWPHYD003 Develop and maintain ratings NWPHYD004 Plan water resource management NWPHYD005 Process and report hydrographic time series data NWPIRR004 Develop and review a groundwater plan NWPIRR005 Develop and review a surface water plan NWPIRR006 Develop and review an irrigation system plan NWPIRR007 Implement and coordinate a surface water plan NWPIRR008 Implement and coordinate an irrigation delivery system plan NWPNET007 Conduct commissioning and post-commissioning activities NWPSOU006 Develop and manage a flood plan NWPSOU007 Implement and coordinate a catchment plan NWPSOU008 Implement and coordinate a groundwater plan NWPTRD003 Evaluate, implement and monitor high risk trade waste discharge approvals NWPTRD004 Implement and manage trade waste policies and plans NWPTRD005 Develop and modify trade waste policies and plans Confirmation that the draft training package components are publication-ready Is the Editorial Report prepared by a member of the Quality Assurance Panel? If yes please provide a name. The draft training package components are publication ready. 3 Tina Berghella, Oggi Consulting Date of completion of the report 28/09/18 3 Persons not a member of the panel are required to demonstrate relevant knowledge and experience in editing technical and industry publications, including details of relevant qualifications and/or professional membership(s). National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 20

23 2. Content and structure Units of competency Editorial requirements Standard 5: The structure of units of competency complies with the unit of competency template. Standard 7: The structure of assessment requirements complies with the assessment requirements template. Qualifications Editorial requirements Standard 9: The structure of the information for qualifications complies with the qualification template. Standard 10: Credit arrangements existing between Training Package qualifications and Higher Education qualifications are listed in a format that complies with the credit arrangements template. Companion Volumes Editorial requirements Standard 11: A quality assured companion volume implementation guide is available and complies with the companion volume implementation guide template. Comments The units contain the mandatory fields in the correct structure and the content complies with the template. The assessment requirements contain the mandatory fields in the correct structure and the content complies with the template. Comments by the editor The qualification contains the mandatory fields and the content of the mandatory fields comply with the template. The credit arrangements were not provided for this review and the developer advises that no credit arrangements currently exist. Comments by the editor A quality assured companion volume was provided for this review. Qualification and unit mapping information, including equivalence, were sighted. 3. Proofreading Editorial requirements Unit codes and titles and qualification codes and titles are accurately cross-referenced throughout the training package product(s) including mapping information and packaging rules, and in the companion volume implementation guide. Comments by the editor Qualification and unit codes were checked and found to be accurately cross-referenced in the qualifications, units and mapping information. Units of competency and their content are presented in full. Units and their content were presented in full. The author of the Editorial Report is satisfied with the quality of the training products, specifically with regard to: o absence of spelling, grammatical and typing mistakes o consistency of language and formatting o logical structure and presentation of the document. o compliance with the required templates Several editorial issues were identified and addressed during the editorial review. These included but was not limited to: - correcting minor grammatical issues - spelling out acronyms in full in the first instance - reworking specifications written to reflect workplace performance - clarifying licensing statements - clarifying specifications - improving consistency of language - clarifying packaging rules - making foundation skills more explicit in performance criteria. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 21

24 APPENDIX C - INDEPENDENT QUALITY REPORT Section 1 Cover page Information required Training Package title and code Detail NWP National Water Training Package Number of new qualifications and their titles 4 0 Number of revised qualifications and their titles 1 NWP50118 Diploma of Water Industry Operations 4 When the number of training products is high the titles can be presented as an attached list. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 22

25 Information required Number of new units of competency and their titles Detail 20 new units of competency NWPAMG001 Manage asset construction and maintenance NWPCCO001 Analyse and implement network data NWPCCO002 Use control centre systems to monitor and control water NWPGEN016 Interpret and comply with regulatory requirements NWPHYS001 Identify and analyse information technology for hydrographic surveys NWPHYS002 Interpret and analyse science principles for hydrographic surveying NWPHYS003 Manage and analyse water levels and flows NWPHYS004 Manage hydrographic surveying projects NWPHYS005 Use alternate positioning systems to gather data NWPHYS006 Use remote sensing for hydrographic surveying NWPHYS007 Use underwater acoustics to map waterways NWPNET006 Apply construction principles to civil works in the water industry NWPNET008 Develop and manage a drinking water system plan NWPNET009 Develop and manage a wastewater collection plan NWPNET010 Develop and manage an alternate water supply plan NWPSOU004 Develop and manage a catchment plan NWPSOU005 Develop and manage a dam safety inspection plan NWPTRT002 Develop and manage a treatment process monitoring program NWPTRT003 Develop and manage a wastewater treatment plan NWPTRT004 Develop and manage a water treatment plan National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 23

26 Information required Number of revised units of competency and their titles Detail 16 revised units of competency NWPHYD002 Apply principles of open channel hydraulics NWPHYD003 Develop and maintain ratings NWPHYD004 Plan water resource management NWPHYD005 Process and report hydrographic time series data NWPIRR004 Develop and review a groundwater plan NWPIRR005 Develop and review a surface water plan NWPIRR006 Develop and review an irrigation system plan NWPIRR007 Implement and coordinate a surface water plan NWPIRR008 Implement and coordinate an irrigation delivery system plan NWPNET007 Conduct commissioning and postcommissioning activities NWPSOU006 Develop and manage a flood plan NWPSOU007 Implement and coordinate a catchment plan NWPSOU008 Implement and coordinate a groundwater plan NWPTRD003 Evaluate, implement and monitor high risk trade waste discharge approvals NWPTRD004 Implement and manage trade waste policies and plans Confirmation that the panel member is independent of: the Training Package or Training Package components review ( or No ) development and/or validation activities associated with the Case for Endorsement ( or No ) undertaking the Equity and/or Editorial Reports for the training package products that are the subject of this quality report ( or No ) NWPTRD005 Develop and modify trade waste policies and plans National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 24

27 Information required Confirmation of the Training Packages or components thereof being compliant with the Standards for Training Packages 2012 Confirmation of the Training Packages or components thereof being compliant with the Training Package Products Policy Confirmation of the Training Packages or components thereof being compliant with the Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy Panel member s view about whether: the evidence of consultation and validation process being fit for purpose and commensurate with the scope estimated impact of the proposed changes is sufficient and convincing Name of panel member completing Quality Report Detail I confirm that the components relevant to this Quality Assurance Report are compliant with the Standards for Training Packages I confirm that the components relevant to this Quality Assurance Report are compliant with the Training Package Products Policy. I confirm that the components relevant to this Quality Assurance Report are compliant with the Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy. The evidence of consultation and validation is sufficient, appropriate, in context and commensurate with scope. The impact of the proposed changes is compelling and convincing highlighting the changing and advancing nature of the industry and the associated technology implications and qualification requirements. Terence Smith, Focussed Consulting Date of completion of the Quality Report 3rd October, 2018 National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 25

28 Section 2 Compliance with the Standards for Training Packages 2012 Standards for Training Packages Standard 1 Training Packages consist of the following: 1. AISC endorsed components: qualifications units of competency assessment requirements (associated with each unit of competency) credit arrangements 2. One or more quality assured companion volumes Standard met yes or no Evidence supporting the statement of compliance or noncompliance (including evidence from equity and editorial reports) The qualification, associated units of competency and assessment requirements meet AISC requirements as outlined in the editorial and equity reports. There is a Companion Volume Implementation Guide (CVIG) that is quality assured and provides clear guidance on usage and contextualisation, outlines pathways and addresses reasonable adjustment requirements and assessment and training contexts. Standard 2 Training Package developers comply with the Training Package Products Policy Standard 3 Training Package developers comply with the AISC Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy Standard 4 Units of competency specify the standards of performance required in the workplace Standard 5 The structure of units of competency complies with the unit of competency template Standard 6 Assessment requirements specify the evidence and required conditions for assessment As outlined in the editorial report the units are compliant with AISC Training Packages Products Policy. As referred to in the editorial report, extensive consultation with a range of stakeholders representing all key areas of stakeholder involvement were involved in the consultation process and actively contributed. The case for endorsement is compliant and no significant issues or disagreement is recorded as there were no reports by exception. The units comprehensively address the standards of performance, context and task and contingency management skills. The range of conditions (an optional section) has been used effectively to give context by referring to the CVIG and to specify where there may be specific requirements All units are compliant with the competency template as outlined in the Editorial Report. Assessments requirements are compliant with this standard as outlined in the Editorial Report. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 26

29 Standards for Training Packages Standard 7 Every unit of competency has associated assessment requirements. The structure of assessment requirements complies with the assessment requirements template Standard 8 Qualifications comply with the Australian Qualifications Framework specification for that qualification type Standard 9 The structure of the information for the Australian Qualifications Framework qualification complies with the qualification template Standard 10 Credit arrangements existing between Training Package qualifications and Higher Education qualifications are listed in a format that complies with the credit arrangements template Standard 11 A quality assured companion volume implementation guide produced by the Training Package developer is available at the time of endorsement and complies with the companion volume implementation guide template. Standard 12 Training Package developers produce other quality assured companion volumes to meet the needs of their stakeholders as required. Standard met yes or no Evidence supporting the statement of compliance or noncompliance (including evidence from equity and editorial reports) Every unit is compliant with this standard as outlined in the Editorial Report. The qualification complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework specification for that qualification type. The qualification structure of AQF information is compliant with the qualification template. There are no credit arrangements in place and this is outlined in the CVIG. A CVIG that meets requirements is available, is of high quality and has been reviewed. The CVIG provides adequate information on implementation, pathways, delivery and range. Capacity exists to produce more if required. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 27

30 Section 3 Compliance with the training package quality principles Note: not all training package quality principles might be applicable to every training package or its components. Please provide a supporting statement/evidence of compliance or non-compliance against each principle. Quality principle 1. Reflect identified workforce outcomes Key features Quality principle is met: / No or N/A Evidence demonstrating compliance/non-compliance with the quality principle Please see examples of evidence in the Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy Driven by industry s needs This project specifically addressed the industry requirements as put forth in the case for endorsement. Compliant and responds to government policy initiatives Training package component responds to the COAG Industry and Skills Council s (CISC) training package-related initiatives or directions, in particular the 2015 training package reforms. Please specify which of the following CISC reforms are relevant to the training product and identify supporting evidence: ensure obsolete and superfluous qualifications are removed from the system ensure that more information about industry s expectations of training delivery is available to training providers to improve their delivery and to consumers to enable more informed course choices ensure that the training system better supports individuals to move easily from one related occupation to another The units are compliant in all aspects and have been through an extensive consultation and development process. The Case for Endorsement clearly identifies the process undertaken, the stakeholder engagement and notes the agreement reached on qualification, assessment and unit content. The units meet Ministers policy initiatives as outlined in the CVIG and specifically those aligned to the 2015 training package reforms. The qualification provides for a range of specialised streams that match workforce requirements at diploma level but also provide for flexibility and portability of skills across streams. The units are future proofed and address current and emerging industry trends and needs. The CVIG provides clear guidance and the packaging rules are clear and specific to inform compliant and unambiguous course delivery by RTOs. Where appropriate cross sector units have been included and not duplicated. There are no skill sets attached to this particular submission. The streaming of the qualification submitted ensures that candidates can complete other streams building on their initial core qualification. The candidate can use units shared across streams to gain credit transfer, thereby increasing their portability and specialisations. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 28

31 improve the efficiency of the training system by creating units that can be owned and used by multiple industry sectors foster greater recognition of skill sets Reflect contemporary work organisation and job profiles incorporating a future orientation The units have undergone a wide consultation process across industry to identify current and emerging trends in water management and operations and to provide current workplace requirements as evidence of competence. They have been future proofed in terms of technology and context. Quality principle 2: Support portability of skills and competencies including reflecting licensing and regulatory requirements Key features Quality principle is met: / No or N/A Evidence demonstrating compliance with the quality principle Please see examples of evidence in the Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy Support movement of skills within and across organisations and sectors Promote national and international portability The skills set context is not relevant to these units or qualification but the streaming of the qualification ensures that candidates can complete other streams building on their initial core qualification, using shared units to gain credit transfer. The structure allows for flexibility within the sector and for relevant cross-industry units to be recognised where applicable. The units can be used nationally across industry and lend themselves to use in international contexts. Reflect regulatory requirements and licensing There are no legislative or licensing requirements for these units. Where completion of the unit may lead to certification this has been noted within the unit. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 29

32 Quality principle 3: Reflect national agreement about the core transferable skills and core job-specific skills required for job roles as identified by industry Key features Quality principle is met: / No or N/A Evidence demonstrating compliance with the quality principle Please see examples of evidence in the Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy Reflect national consensus The Case for Endorsement highlights the consensus reached by the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and relevant stakeholders on content, development and need and this is confirmed by the editorial report. Recognise convergence and connectivity of skills This qualification relates to a highly specialised and technical areas of work where specific units are required to meet the sector specific context of the work. However where crossindustry units are relevant they are included in elective streams. Quality principle 4: Be flexible to meet the diversity of individual and employer needs including the capacity to adapt to changing job roles and workplaces Key features Quality principle is met: / No or N/A Evidence demonstrating compliance with the quality principle Please see examples of evidence in the Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy Meet the diversity of individual and employer needs Support equitable access and progression of learners The qualification streams allow for a range of specialisations to meet the specific requirements of a range of different sectors within the water industry. Individuals wishing to transfer from one stream within the sector to another can pick up units within other qualification streams on top of their core units to gain that specialisation. Pathways are outlined within the CVIG this is the peak VET qualification within the industry pathway in this sector. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 30

33 Quality principle 5: Facilitate recognition of an individual s skills and knowledge and support movement between the school, vocational education and higher education sectors Key features Quality principle is met: / No or N/A Evidence demonstrating compliance with the quality principle Please see examples of evidence in the Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy Support learner transition between education sectors Pathways are evident and where generic management and asset maintenance units are relevant they are included in elective streams. Notwithstanding, the qualification is a diploma qualification with specific technical requirements and the integrity of this has been maintained in the qualification. Quality principle 6: Support interpretation by training providers and others through the use of simple, concise language and clear articulation of assessment requirements Key features Quality principle is met: / No or N/A Evidence demonstrating compliance with the quality principle Please see examples of evidence in the Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy Support implementation across a range of settings Support sound assessment practice A compliant CVIG is available and has been reviewed. The CVIG provides clear advice to industry on context and application. The units and the associated assessment requirements are written in plain English and have a consistent application of breadth and depth as confirmed by the Editorial and the Equity Reports. Conditions and context are accurately specified. Support implementation The materials are compliant with the TGA/National Register requirements for publication. Implementation advice is provided in the CVIG that is ready for publication at the same time. National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 31

34 AUSTRALIAN INDUSTRY STANDARDS Australian Industry Standards (AIS) provides high-quality, professional secretariat services to the Water IRC in our role as a Skills Service Organisation. AIS provide services to eleven allocated IRCs which cover Aviation, Corrections, Gas, Electricity Supply (Generation and Transmission, Distribution and Rail), Electrotechnology, Maritime, Public Safety (including Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Defence), Rail, Transport and Logistics, and Water industries. AIS supports these important industry sectors using our world class in-house capability and capacity in technical writing, quality assurance, project management and industry engagement in the production of Training Packages. AIS was established in early 2016, 20 years after its predecessor the Transport and Logistics Industry Skills Council (TLISC) was established in More information about AIS can be found at We support industry growth and productivity through our modern innovative approach to establishing skills standards We provide high-quality, professional secretariat services to help our allocated industry reference committees develop the skills that industry needs We partner with industry to shape the workforce of the future Australian Industry Standards Level 2/31 Market Street, South Melbourne, VIC National Water Training Package Case for Endorsement 32