NEW SOUTH WALES TECHNICAL AND FURTHER EDUCATION COMMISSION UNIT GUIDE. Unit Guide. Program Area: Information Tech & Government

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1 Unit Guide Unit Title: Unit Code: NWP268B Version Number: 1 Implementation Date: 01-Jan-2008 Unit Sponsor: Isu Ultimo Product Developer: Isu Ultimo Monitor, operate and report on chlorine based disinfection systems Program Area: Information Tech & Government Product Level: Available For Statewide Delivery Last Updated: 04-Apr-2008 Nominal Student Teacher Hours: 30 Nominal Student Hours: 30 The Unit Guide supports delivery of this unit of competency. It: 1. Provides teachers with advice to facilitate learning, and to collect and assess evidence for reporting achievement of the unit of competency; 2. Supports Institute and teacher compliance with AQTF standards; 3. Informs course planning, monitoring and continuous improvement, and outcome reporting; 4. Provides learning and assessment information for students through the Student Assessment Guide(SAG). Teachers and other users may select and print one or more sections, or select and print the whole unit guide. Part Contents You will find information, such as: 1 Introduction Unit Purpose Grading Nominal delivery hours Early warning("key alerts") of issues important for delivery of training and evidence collection 2 Unit of Competency information The complete text of the unit of competency. This may be from a training package or be a locally developed unit by TAFE NSW or other RTO. The definitive source of training package units is the National Training Information Service database 3 Assessment Information Web links to generic "Policy & Guidelines". Guidelines for the collection of sufficient evidence for the learner's achievement of the unit of competency Suggested tools for evidence collection in different training and assessment contexts How to record and report the outcomes of assessment of a learner's evidence 4 Delivery Information Web links to generic "Policy & Guidelines". Strategies for learning facilitation for students in different training contexts, including strategies for integrated delivery OH & S and Environmental protection issues Delivery in specific contexts 5 Resources Teaching and learning resources: books, electronic media, Internet and Intranet resources Teacher and assessor requirements Physical resources Student purchases 6 Administrative Data Data for program planning, monitoring and outcome reporting Copyright NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 1

2 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Unit Purpose Successful completion of this unit should enable you to monitor, operate and report on chlorine based disinfection systems. By completing this unit you should be able to: Plan and prepare for work. Monitor systems performance Prepare and apply chemical dosing Complete documentation. 1.2 Grading Grade Code: 42 : Competency (Ungraded) Ungraded The student result is based on the evidence provided to meet the criteria for competence as specified in the unit of competency. The result AC or NC is entered in CLAMS representing Competent or Not yet Competent respectively. 1.3 Hours Nominal Student Teacher Hours: 30 Nominal Student Hours: 30 Duration Comments As a guide for planning purposes, a reasonable length of time to undertake the unit of competency is 20 hours of formal instruction. However, the learner's progress is not to be based on a time served arrangement as the principles and practices of competency based learning apply. 1.4 Key Alerts NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 2

3 1.5 Enrolment Requirements NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 3

4 2. UNIT OF COMPETENCY INFORMATION 2.1 Unit Descriptor This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to monitor and operate chlorine disinfection systems and to report on process quality control. 2.2 Elements of Competency and Performance Criteria Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge, and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. 1. Plan and prepare for work. 1.1 Determine work requirements according to legislative and organisational requirements. 1.2 Select and check equipment required to meet safety requirements of task and site. 1.3 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment. 2. Monitor systems performance. 2.1 Monitor chlorine disinfection systems according to agreed schedule and procedures. 2.2 Collect process samples and conduct standard tests. 2.3 Maintain and monitor relevant OHS requirements. 2.4 Collect and report process data according to organisational and disinfection system requirements. 2.5 Make system adjustments as required to maintain effectiveness of chlorine disinfection. 3. Prepare and apply chemical dosing. 3.1 Handle, use and store chemicals according to organisational requirements. 3.2 Prepare chemical dosing according to system specifications and organisational requirements and apply using appropriate chlorine dosing equipment. 3.3 Maintain information related to chlorine supply and usage according to statutory requirements. 4. Complete documentation. 4.1 Compile records from plant and system data to meet organisational requirements. 4.2 Report observations outside defined parameters for further action. NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 4

5 2.3 Range Statement The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. Legislative and organisational requirements may include: organisational programs, procedures and instructions enterprise policies standard operating procedures by-laws environment protection legislation OHS legislation chemicals Australian Drinking Water Guidelines dangerous goods electrical lifts and cranes World Health Organisation standards licensing agreements. Equipment may include: electronic monitoring and metering systems recording systems basic hand and power tools sampling and laboratory testing equipment computerised equipment on and off-road vehicles communication equipment personal protective equipment. Disinfection systems may include: liquefied chlorine gas sodium hypochlorite calcium hypochlorite. Tests may include: chlorine residuals ph. Chemicals may include: liquefied chlorine gas sodium hypochlorite calcium hypochlorite ph correcting chemicals, such as: sodium hydroxide lime soda ash. Chlorine dosing vacuum gas or liquid chlorinator NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 5

6 equipment may include: hypochlorite dosing pump calcium hypochlorite tablet dispenser. 2.4 Evidence Guide Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit (CAC) Context of and specific resources for assessment The candidate should: demonstrate consistent performance for each element across a representative range of applications meet the performance criteria associated with each element by employing the techniques, procedures, information and resources available in the workplace from those listed in the range statement demonstrate an understanding of the underpinning knowledge and the application of skills as described in the required skills and knowledge section. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to monitor, operate and report on chlorine disinfection systems by: CAC1 - scheduling work CAC2 - selecting and using appropriate tools and equipment, including personal protective equipment CAC3 - monitoring chlorine disinfection systems CAC4 - collecting process samples and performing standard tests CAC5 - collecting and reporting process data CAC6 - preparing and applying chlorine dosing safely CAC7 - producing reports. Access to the workplace and resources including: documentation that should normally be available in a water industry organisation relevant codes, standards and government regulations. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and assessment support when required. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that: competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 6

7 the practical requirements of the workplace where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice a decision of competence should only be made when the assessor has complete confidence in the person s competence over time and in various contexts all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC/RPL), the evidence provided will need to be authenticated and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time assessment can be through simulated projectbased activity and must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit. In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in a manner appropriate to the skill levels of the operator and cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed. Required skills (RS): RS1 - identify and respond to operational and process faults with chlorine dosing equipment problems RS2 - produce reports and logs RS3 - use safety and personal protective equipment RS4 - follow plans, charts and instructions RS5 - apply policies, standard operating procedures and regulatory standards RS6 - collect and test samples RS7 - communicate with employees and customers RS8 - work effectively as part of a team RS9 - use communication equipment RS10 - give and receive instructions RS11 - perform work-related calculations RS12 - prepare and apply chlorine dosing RS13 - operate computerised equipment RS14 - identify control system faults RS15 - identify hazards RS16 - perform microbiological and chlorine residual sampling RS17 - use literacy skills in regard to verbal and written communication in the workplace RS18 - interpret material safety data sheets (MSDS). Required knowledge (RK): RK1 - properties and chemistry of chlorine RK2 - ph NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 7

8 RK3 - microbiological water quality guidelines RK4 - chlorine system layout RK5 - lock-out procedures for mechanical and electrical installations RK6 - policies, standard operating procedures and legislation RK7 - communication systems RK8 - hazardous substances handling RK9 - risk factors and potential hazards associated with chlorination RK10 - work-related chlorine calculations RK11 - chlorine dosing processes RK12 - equipment operation, capacity and limitations RK13 - pumping and valving systems RK14 - automatic feed rate control systems RK15 - MSDS. 2.5 Pre-requisites Combiner Unit Code Name 2.6 Co-requisites Combiner Unit Code Name 2.7 AQF Unit Level Level: Certificate II 2.8 Unit Weighting Weight: Additional Information from the Training Package Employability skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying employability skill requirements. Application of the unit This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for operational staff with specific responsibility for ensuring that chlorine disinfection systems comply with organisational requirements. For staff working on chlorine NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 8

9 disinfection systems where liquefied chlorine gas is used, the unit NWP277A Work safely with liquefied chlorine gas, is essential. NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 9

10 3. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION Teachers are required to be aware of all policies and guidelines, AQTF standards and legislative requirements for assessment of this unit of competency. These policies and guidelines can be accessed from the Policies & Guidelines link on the unit details page of CIDO or the DET intranet Unit Guide htm The advice in this section needs to be read in conjunction with advice provided in section 2, Unit of competency information and section 4, Delivery before a delivery and assessment approach is designed and implemented for an individual or group of students. The tools that are used in evidence collection and judgement processes need to be regularly reviewed, and modified for validity, reliability and fairness. The processes of review and continuous improvement need to be documented. The Commonwealth Disability Act (1992) makes it unlawful to treat people with a disability less fairly than people without a disability. In the context of this course, the principle of reasonable adjustment is applied to ensure that students with a disability have equitable access to all aspects of the learning situation. For assessment practice, this means that artificial barriers, which may prevent or impede a student demonstrating achievement, are removed. Examples of reasonable adjustment in assessment include: substitution of an oral assessment task for a written one provision of extra time use of an interpreter use of adaptive technology Method of assessment The following assessment methods are suggested: assessment in the workplace or in a simulated workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions assessment should also be conducted in conjunction with aspects of technical competencies that are consistent with the work environment techniques for gathering evidence of competency may include: observation of performance written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities third-party reports from experienced practitioners completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues. 3.1 Guidelines for the collection of sufficient evidence NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 10

11 The teacher-assessor or assessor will collect sufficient evidence to make a sound judgment of the learners achievement. Sufficient evidence is the amount and variety of evidence the teacher-assessor has determined is necessary to record that the learner has achieved the unit of competency. At suitable points in the learning facilitation and evidence collection processes, the teacher-assessor will make professional judgments as to the acceptability of the evidence the learner provides. The teacher-assessor will have determined what is sufficient evidence based on his/her professional interpretation of the text of the unit of competency. Aspect of Evidence AE Embraces the following elements and their performance criteria (PC) and required knowledge (RK) Embraces the following critical aspects of competence (CAC) and required skills (RS) AE1. Planning, preparing and applying chemical dosing AE2. Monitoring systems performance AE3. Completing documentation PC , PC RK1-15 PC RK1-15 PC RK1-15 CA1-7 SS1-18 CA1-7 SS1-18 CA1-7 SS Suggested Assessment Strategies In the workplace, the assessor should work in conjunction with the enterprise/workplace to determine exactly what evidence is to be gathered, with due regard to sufficiency and cost effectiveness. A number of methods of evidence collection could be appropriate to this unit of competency. These could include: Self assessment with verification from supervisor Observation Questioning of knowledge, through interview, written or oral questions Third party report of workplace performance Portfolio Self assessment with endorsement of the self assessment by the team leader/supervisor may used by the trainer/assessor as an initial assessment strategy. General approaches Teachers, trainers and assessors should look for a general commitment to monitor, operate and report on chlorine based disinfection systems. This may be NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 11

12 through observation of the performance of the candidate in the workplace, or questioning of colleagues, supervisors and teachers. A positive attitude to waste and hazard identification is normally a key indicator to the likely level of performance. Teachers, trainers and assessors should design and apply evidence collection instruments that are contextualized and relevant to the workplace/training environment. In particular evidence collection tools should, where possible, examine the application of good work practices Targeted Suggestions For distance learning evidence MUST be collected via a third party either a supervisor or accredited workplace trainer with suitable skills. For workplace assessment evidence should be collected in a similar manner to institution based learning as this competency lends itself well to generic approaches. Suggestions for integrated assessment Where possible assessment processes should be task based, and holistic. This may include approaches such as following the completion of a work task to see evidence of Plan and prepare for work. Monitor systems performance Prepare and apply chemical dosing Complete documentation. Formative Assessments Formative assessment tasks should take the form of self assessment quizzes, which allow the candidate to evaluate their own level of monitoring, operating and reporting on chlorine based disinfection systems compliance. A suitable strategy might focus on using a simple list of procedures, to ensure that the candidate considers how many of these they use as part of their normal work process. They may also be given a simple oral test to see if they understand critical features of their job function in relation to the competency. and ask them to reflect on results. Assessment Tools The following matrix lists the summative assessment tools that should be used, along with the context in which they can be applied. Workplace Distance (with third party verification Practical Tasks Demonstrations / scenario questioning / role plays Written / oral questioning NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 12

13 Log book Portfolio Supervisor Reports 3.3 Recording and Reporting of Assessment The assessment methods in the table below are suggestions for workplace learners based on the strategy described in Section 3.2. These methods will be entered into CLAMS automatically. Teaching sections can determine their own assessment methods and tools based on the learners and the assessment context, and adjust the events in CLAMS accordingly. Assessment Component COMPETENCY UNGRADED COMPETENCY UNGRADED COMPETENCY UNGRADED Assessment Method/Tool No Assessment Table Assessment Method/Tool Aspects of Evidence 1 observation Apply dosing 2 Written/oral questioning Monitor system 3 Strategy Documentation Weighting % Criteria for performance level grading Not applicable 3.4 Recognition The opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for this unit must be made available to learners. The Water Industry Training Package (NWP07) specifies that the RPL process must: be designed to avoid unnecessary duplication of learning; be structured to minimise the time and cost to applicants; provide adequate information and support to enable applicants to gather reliable evidence to support their claim for recognition of prior learning, regardless of how, when or where the learning occurred. Further information on recognition may be obtained from the document: Everyone's Guide to Recognition. The TAFE NSW Student Recognition Policy can be accessed through the TAFE intranet from: 1_i.shtml NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 13

14 Institutes may have local procedures to follow and specific information for students to support them in the preparation of their recognition application Unit Equivalence Arrangements NWP268B Monitor, operate and report chlorine disinfection systems Pre-arranged RPL This unit is equivalent to TAFE NSW Module 9992AT. 3.5 Assessment in specific contexts Regardless of the assessment context, all candidates will provide evidence of achievement of the elements of competency, performance criteria and demonstrate the required skills and knowledge. 3.6 Assessment Requirements for Students Assessment of this unit of competency, will require you to provide a range of evidence to your trainer/teacher. The range of evidence required may include knowledge tests/quizzes, third party reports, samples of workplace documents that you have completed, and other evidence collecting tools your teachers and assessors may use. The details of your assessment will be negotiated with your trainer/teacher. To achieve this unit of competency, you must demonstrate that you can monitor, operate and report on chlorine based disinfection systems. Specifically you must provide evidence that you have achieved the elements and the performance criteria listed below: Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge, and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. 1. Plan and prepare for work. 2. Monitor systems performance. 1.1 Determine work requirements according to legislative and organisational requirements. 1.2 Select and check equipment required to meet safety requirements of task and site. 1.3 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment. 2.1 Monitor chlorine disinfection systems according to agreed schedule and procedures. 2.2 Collect process samples and conduct standard tests. 2.3 Maintain and monitor relevant OHS requirements. 2.4 Collect and report process data according to organisational and disinfection system requirements. 2.5 Make system adjustments as required to maintain NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 14

15 effectiveness of chlorine disinfection. 3. Prepare and apply chemical dosing. 4. Complete documentation. 3.1 Handle, use and store chemicals according to organisational requirements. 3.2 Prepare chemical dosing according to system specifications and organisational requirements and apply using appropriate chlorine dosing equipment. 3.3 Maintain information related to chlorine supply and usage according to statutory requirements. 4.1 Compile records from plant and system data to meet organisational requirements. 4.2 Report observations outside defined parameters for further action. You must demonstrate your ability to:- identify and respond to operational and process faults with chlorine dosing equipment problems produce reports and logs use safety and personal protective equipment follow plans, charts and instructions apply policies, standard operating procedures and regulatory standards collect and test samples communicate with employees and customers work effectively as part of a team use communication equipment give and receive instructions perform work-related calculations prepare and apply chlorine dosing operate computerised equipment identify control system faults identify hazards perform microbiological and chlorine residual sampling use literacy skills in regard to verbal and written communication in the workplace interpret material safety data sheets (MSDS). and your knowledge of: properties and chemistry of chlorine ph microbiological water quality guidelines chlorine system layout lock-out procedures for mechanical and electrical installations policies, standard operating procedures and legislation communication systems hazardous substances handling risk factors and potential hazards associated with chlorination work-related chlorine calculations chlorine dosing processes equipment operation, capacity and limitations pumping and valving systems automatic feed rate control systems MSDS. NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 15

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17 4. DELIVERY INFORMATION Teachers are required to be aware of all policies and guidelines, AQTF standards and legislative requirements for delivery of this unit of competency. These policies and guidelines can be accessed from the Policies & Guidelines link on the unit details page of CIDO or the DET intranet Unit Guide (Writer's Manual) website at: htm This section relates closely to section 2, Unit of Competency information, and section 3, Assessment information 4.1 Delivery Strategies In a workplace environment, delivery will usually involve structured training plus on - the - job learning so students can apply the skills and knowledge in their normal work duties. Training delivery will need to be contextualised using enterprise-based procedures/protocols. Delivery will usually be part of the normal work process and assessment tools such as checklists and questionnaires for both the candidate and supervisor should be designed and used to reflect this and minimise workplace interference by the assessor/examiner. Table 4.1. Pathways/Strategy: Comment: Face-to-face training Delivery should include a range of: practical exercises which incorporate Plan and prepare for work. Monitor systems performance Prepare and apply chemical dosing Complete documentation. instruction on underpinning knowledge exercises/projects, assignments, case studies, role-play activities etc. These should satisfy the specifications in sections 2.2 to 2.4. Where face-to-face training is not delivered in a workplace, the practical exercises should be based on the work in a real water industry workplace as much as possible. Negotiated workplace learning and auspicing arrangements Workplace learning will be conducted in a negotiated partnership arrangement between the respective trainer, learner and employer/host which sets out the responsibilities of: the learner the employer or host organisation the trainer NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 17

18 Assessment and gap training This delivery pathway allows for the assessment of current knowledge and skills as outlined under RPL above according to the specifications in sections 2.2 to 2.4. Gap training requires the provision of a negotiated learning plan that sets out and describes the supplementary knowledge and skills and practice to be provided and assessed by the Trainer or workplace or a combination of the delivery modes described in this table. It is also possible that delivery may also be achieved through the learner undergoing a process of guided self-directed learning. Assessment Only For this unit of competency it is essential that the guidelines for RPL be satisfied before assessment events are instituted. Some workplaces may have implemented in-house training of employees. In this case, an assessment only pathway may be appropriate after an examination of the content of the training. Some elements of competency may be achieved by the learner through the application of self-directed learning activities specifically designed to address prescribed elements of competency. Mixed modes of delivery including distance delivery In the event that a learner is unable to access the full range of experiences required to fulfil the performance criteria for this unit of competency it may be practical, in certain instances, to apply a combination of delivery methods, including distance delivery in the execution of the performance criteria. Delivery in an institute or other simulated work environment must allow the learner to develop the knowledge and skill required for him or her to provide assessors the evidence they will require to report that the learner has achieved the unit of competency. Learners should be provided with workplace simulations and appropriate exercises, checklists/assignments for formative assessment. Tasks should require development of practical skills and knowledge and adequate breadth of technique in their institution based activities. 4.2 Environmental Responsibilities NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 18

19 The Government of New South Wales has mandated that educators integrate Education for Sustainability within their programs and activities. As part of a world wide movement sustainability, especially in relation to work practices, has a deeper meaning than the previously used environmental responsibilities. Education for Sustainability encourages citizens to see a world that is ecologically, socially, economically and politically sustainable. The challenge for us as educators is to help people develop civic virtues and skills related to this rich meaning of sustainability. We as educators should: Plan and implement learning and assessment activities that conserve resources, and collect, process and dispose of wastes to minimise any damage to the natural environment Plan and implement learning and assessment activities that relate occupational education and training to social justice; and to the development of goods and services that protect and nurture democracy, and impact gently on the natural world to integrate, not to add, is the advice of the Curriculum Centre Model behaviours that are sustainable in the broadest sense. Our behaviours must encourage learners to adapt and adopt sustainable practices in their work and living. At July 2007, the NSW TAFE Curriculum Centres Education for Sustainability Group is preparing materials to support TAFE NSW curriculum. Products are likely to become available later in 2007 and progressively through 2008 and beyond. Products will probably be posted at the TAFE Business Education for Sustainability Group intranet site at Knowledge and skill development activities, and assessment practices need to be designed and carried out according to legislation and regulations of the Commonwealth, State and Local Governments. Currently these will relate to environmental protection. As sustainability-related responsibilities and accountabilities are incorporated in legislation and regulation, educators will be alerted via TAFE NSW intranet and mechanisms. Pending further advice from TAFE NSW, relevant advice for teaching and learning about environmental protection can be accessed from the NSW Department of the Environment at Occupational Health and Safety Teachers are required to be aware of OHS policies and guidelines, and legislative requirements. These policies and guidelines can be accessed from the Policy & Guidelines link on the unit details page of CIDO or the DET intranet Unit Guide (Writer's Manual) website at: ex.htm Reference to occupational health and safety needs to be reinforced and applied throughout the unit. There is a general duty of care to ensure the health, safety and welfare at work of all people in the workplace, including all others who come on to the workplace, visitors, contractors etc. There is a general obligation on employees NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 19

20 to take care of others and cooperate with employers in matters of health and safety. During all delivery and assessment instructions should be given and equipment will be provided and used to ensure that all reasonably practicable measures have been taken to control risks against all possible injuries arising from the workplace. All learners must have appropriate personal safety and protective clothing such as but not exclusive to: eyewear, hearing protection, footwear and workplace uniforms or overalls. In their practice it is likely that learners will handle electrical equipment, machinery and possibly hazardous materials and chemicals, some requiring special PPE. Particular care must be taken during the delivery of this unit in relation to the wearing of appropriate protective clothing and other OHS precautions must be practised by the learner to monitor, operate and report on chlorine based disinfection systems. In their practice and assessment the actions in this Unit of Competency may generate wastes. Accordingly, the facilities and teacher/assessor supervision must allow for safe student practice, and the protection of cleaners and other downstream processors, and minimise any negative impacts on the natural environment. For further information on OHS Act, OHS Regulation, Codes of Practices, Safety Guidelines and Safety Alerts see Associated Legislation and Policy Information 4.5 Delivery in specific contexts See 4.1 NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 20

21 5. RESOURCES 5.1 Teaching and Learning Resources Information on the Collection and Distribution resource for NWP20101 Cert II in Water Industry Operations: The following link is to a Victorian CD resource on 6 units out of NWP20101: For advice on other training and assessment resources contact: Manager - Chemical and Environmental Industries Programs Manufacturing and Engineering, Construction and Transport Curriculum Centre TAFE NSW Block E Cnr Showground & Green Rds Castle Hill NSW 2154 Phone: Fax: Teacher and Assessor Requirements AQTF 2007, Standard 1 requires the RTO to provide quality training and assessment across all of its operations. e7861 In particular: Element 1.3 requires that staff are consistent with the requirements of the Training Package or accredited course and the RTO's own training and assessment strategies (page 13, Users' Guide to the Essential Standards for Registration). Element 1.4 requires that training and assessment are conducted by trainers and assessors who: a) have the necessary training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Quality Council or its successors, and b) have the relevant vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered or assessed. (Appendix 2, page 61, Users' Guide to the Essential Standards for Registration). TAFE NSW requirements NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 21

22 For specific qualifications and other requirements relating to the recruitment of full time and part time TAFE teaching staff, consult the Staff Services Unit in the Institute. Inclusive curriculum: Teachers and assessors should have current knowledge and awareness of access and equity issues relevant to learners needs arising from a variety of factors including socio-economic status, disability status, ethnic backgrounds, race, family differences, sexual preferences and gender specific differences. For more information please see: m 5.3 Essential Physical Resources LeaLearners may need to access: documentation that should normally be available in a water industry organisation legislation and regulation for the water industry including OHS and environmental requirements relevant codes, standards and government regulations Equipment/systems such as the following: electronic monitoring and metering systems recording systems basic hand and power tools sampling and laboratory testing equipment computerised equipment on and off-road vehicles communication equipment personal protective equipment. 5.4 Student Resource Requirements Where this unit is delivered in the workplace, all student requisites could be expected to be supplied by the workplace. In college-based or distance delivery, the learner may be required to purchase standard personal protective equipment and stationery. Summary of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation 2001 NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 22

23 The OHS Regulation 2001 aims to support the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000 in achieving reductions in the incidence of workplace injuries and disease. aryohsreg2001.htm NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 23

24 6. ADMINISTRATIVE 6.1 Unit Code NWP268B 6.2 Unit Title Monitor, operate and report on chlorine based disinfection systems 6.3 Version Number Implementation Date 01-Jan Availability Status Current 6.6 Training Packages 6.7 Unit Sponsor Isu Ultimo 6.8 Program Area Information Tech & Government 6.9 Product Developer Isu Ultimo 6.10 Field of Education Water and Sanitary Engineering 6.11 Animal Use Category Animals Are Not Used 6.12 Nominal Student Teacher Hours Nominal Student Hours Annual Hours Curriculum Selected Study Program Yes 6.16 Locally Developed No 6.17 Copyright Statement The State of NSW Department of Education and Training holds copyright of section 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6 materials in this Unit Guide developed by TAFE NSW. The Commonwealth holds copyright of the material in section 2 of this Unit Guide which is taken directly from the Training Package/s. The Commonwealth gives permission to trainers and teachers to make copies of the information from the Water Industry Training Package (NWP07) by photocopying or other duplicating processes for use within their own training NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 24

25 organisations or in a workplace where the training is being conducted. The permission does not however extend to the making of copies for use outside the immediate training environment for which they are made, nor the making of copies for hire or resale to third parties. For permission to use Commonwealth copyright material outside these guidelines contact: Department of Education, Science and Training, GPO Box 9880, Canberra ACT 2601 or at: Copyright Licensing and Franchising Licensing and franchising arrangements should be negotiated with the copyright owner. For information related to the licensing of State of NSW, Department of Education and Training copyright material contact the Manager - Chemical and Environmental Industries Programs Manufacturing and Engineering, Construction and Transport Curriculum Centre TAFE NSW Block E Cnr Showground & Green Rds Castle Hill NSW 2154 Phone: Fax: RAM Category 1903 Process Industries NSW TAFE Commission 2010 Unit Code: NWP268B - Approved Date: 28-Mar-2010 Page: 25