Cpcpsn3025a - Install Pre-Treatment Facilities

CPCPSN3025A - INSTALL PRE-TREATMENT FACILITIES

CONSTRUCTION, PLUMBING AND SERVICE

INTEGRATED FRAMEWORK

TRAINING PACKAGE

CPC08

CPCPSN3025A

INSTALL PRE-TREATMENT FACILITIES

LEARNING GUIDE

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

National Plumbing Services Training Advisory Group

Plumbing Industry Commission Victoria

© Commonwealth of Australia 2015

Construction and Property Services Industry Skills Council

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Contents

What is this resource about? 1

How do I use this resource? 1

Flexible Delivery 1

What do I have to do? 2

Required knowledge 2

Install pre-treatment facilities 3

Unit Descriptor 3

Element 3

Performance Criteria 3

How will I be assessed? 5

Are there any pre-requisites? 5

What other resources will I need? 6

Texts 6

Web sites 6

Video or audio cassettes 6

Safety 7

Workplace environment and safety 7

Introduction 8

Why pre-treatment? 8

Prepare for work 9

Plans or specifications are obtained from job supervisor 9

Determine installation requirements 12

Design, size and construction plan 12

Types of pre-treatment facilities 13

Grease arrestors 13

Acid neutralizer 16

Solvent or oil interceptors 19

Plaster or clay traps 22

Cooling interceptor 24

Silt interceptor 26

Solids trap 29

Install and test pre-treatment facility 32

Clean up 36

Worksheet 37

Practical application 44

Assessment checklist 46

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CPCPSN3025A - INSTALL PRE-TREATMENT FACILITIES

What is this resource about?

Welcome to CPCPSN3025A – Install pre-treatment facilities. This resource will help you gain the skills and knowledge necessary to demonstrate competence in this unit.

How do I use this resource?

This resource is divided into four main sections:

·  A learning unit, which contains background information on installing pre-treatment facilities

·  Worksheets, which prepare you for the practical application

·  Practical application, which allows you to experience the installation of a pre-treatment facility

·  Assessment materials, which help you demonstrate competency.

To complete this unit of competence you will need to:

·  Read the information contained in the learning unit

·  Complete the worksheets as instructed

·  Have your answers checked by your trainer or supervisor

·  Work with your trainer or supervisor to practice the installation

·  Read the assessment checklist together with the assessment sheets

·  Complete the assessment.

Learning Resources are not intended to be the only source of information nor are they intended to be an exhaustive form of instruction.

Flexible Delivery

The Trainer or Supervisor may adapt and deliver this Learning Resource to suit people from diverse backgrounds to meet equity principles and conform to Legislative policies.

What do I have to do?

To be competent in this unit you will be required to show the level of skills and knowledge involved in CPCPSN3025A – Install pre-treatment facilities:

·  Determine installation requirements

·  Install and test pre-treatment facility

·  Clean up.

If you are unsure of the meaning of these elements you should read the performance criteria on the following page.

CPCPSN3025A / Install pre-treatment facilities
Unit Descriptor / This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install pre-treatment facilities designed to intercept and retain prohibited discharges to the sanitary plumbing and drainage system.
Element / Performance Criteria
Elements define 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/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.
1  Prepare for work / 1.1  Plans and specifications are obtained
1.2  Work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements associated with installing pre-treatment facilities are adhered to throughout the work
1.3  Quality assurance requirements are identified and adhered to according to workplace requirements
1.4  Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work and statutory and regulatory authorities’ requirements
1.5  Tools and equipment for installing pre-treatment facilities, including personal protective equipment, are selected and checked for serviceability
1.6  Work area is prepared to support efficient installation of pre-treatment facility
2  Identify installation requirements / 2.1  Pre-treatment facility is identified to meet the prohibited discharge requirement, and located to meet installation requirements, plans, specifications, authorities' requirements and relevant information
2.2  Materials are identified, ordered and collected according to workplace procedures
2.3  Materials are checked for compliance with docket and order form and for acceptable condition
2.4  Sustainability principles and concepts are observed when preparing for and undertaking work process
3 Install and test pre-treatment facility / 3.1  Set out is checked for compliance with plans, specifications and authorities' requirements
3.2  Existing or required pipework is verified as compliant with relevant Australian standards, and manufacturer and authorities' requirements
3.3  Pre-treatment facility is installed according to authorities' requirements and manufacturer specifications
3.4  Installation is tested for correct functioning and compliance with specifications and authorities' requirements
4  Clean up / 4.1  Work area is cleared and materials disposed of, reused or recycled according to legislation, regulations, codes of practice and job specification
4.2  Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored according to manufacturer recommendations and workplace procedures
4.3  Documentation is completed according to workplace requirements
Required knowledge / Required knowledge for this unit is:
·  classification of assembly types and identification of assembly components
·  fixing and joining techniques and methods
·  job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements (SWMS)
·  levelling and alignment processes
·  materials handling processes
·  process of installing pre-treatment facilities
·  processes for accessing information and for calculating material requirements
·  prohibited waste discharges to the sewer and their properties and effects
·  relevant statutory requirements related to installing pre-treatment facilities
·  SI system of measurements
·  types and purpose of pre-treatment facilities
·  workplace and equipment safety requirements

An up to date version of the ‘Unit Descriptor’ may be located on the Australian Government web site training.gov.au

http://training.gov.au/Search/Training?searchTitleOrCode=&nrtSearchSubmit=Search&includeSupersededData=true&includeSupersededData=false&homePage=true&javaScriptEnabled=true&typeAllTrainingComponents=true
How will I be assessed?

Your trainer or supervisor will decide with you how you will be assessed. Your assessment activity may include completion of the student worksheet and practical installation of a pre-treatment facility selected by your trainer or supervisor. Your assessment should allow you to demonstrate all the skills and knowledge required to install a pre-treatment facility.

This unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units of competence. Your trainer or supervisor will tell you if you are to be assessed this way.

Are there any pre-requisites?

Prior to commencing CPCPSN3025A Install pre-treatment facilities you must have successfully completed the following pre-requisites:

·  CPCPCM2043A - Carry out WHS requirements

It is also recommended that prior to commencing CPCPSN3025A Install pre-treatment facilities you should have successfully completed the following competencies:

·  CPCPCM2040A - Read plans and calculate plumbing quantities

·  CPCPCM2047A - Carry out levelling

·  CPCPSN3022A - Install discharge pipes.

What other resources will I need?

You will need to have the following resources available to you to do this competency:

Texts

·  AS/NZS3500- Plumbing and drainage

·  AS/NZS2031 - Installation of PVC pipe systems

·  Plumbing code of Australia

·  State or Territory regulations may override this learning guide.

Web sites

·  www.niceeasy.com.au

Video or audio cassettes

Safety

Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements need to be observed in accordance with legislation. You need to know the WHS laws governing your job. Revision of CPCPCM2043A – Carry out WHS requirements, before commencing this unit is advisable.

In any work situation you can reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others by using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). The types of PPE that you will need include:

·  overalls – used for the protection of the installer when working in different conditions

·  boots – it is recommended that soft soled footwear is worn while working on roofs, as deep grooved footwear pick up small stones and debris that might damage or scratch the roof sheets

·  safety glasses or goggles to protect the eyes from injury when cutting the materials with a power saw

·  ear plugs or muffs to protect the installer’s hearing from excessive noise

·  dust masks or respirators to protect the user from breathing in dust or fine particles when cutting the material with a power saw

·  gloves, for the protection of the installer’s hands when working with different types of pipes, tools and equipment.

Workplace environment and safety

Handling of materials / Manual lifting and handling techniques must always be followed according to WHS requirements. You should move materials into position by hand where possible. Excessive manual handling should be avoided and cranes and other mechanical lifting devices should be employed when necessary.
Limited height scaffolds and elevating work platforms (EWP) / Operators must ensure they are familiar with all operating procedures detailed by manufacturers in the elevated working platforms operators’ manual. Personal protective equipment must be worn at all times by the person working in the basket of the EWP. This consists of safety harnesses, safety helmets, rubber soled shoes, safety vests and suitable clothing.

Introduction

In this unit you will look at how pre-treatment facilities are used to intercept and retain prohibited discharges.

Prohibited discharges can include:

·  Grease

·  Fats

·  Acids

·  Solvents

·  Oils

·  Plaster

·  Clay

·  Hot water (over 38°C)

·  Sand, silt, grit and dirt

·  Other solids.

Pre-treatment facilities are installed and designed to intercept and retain prohibited discharges from the sewage system. Sewage is considered to include human waste and wastewater from domestic wastewater fixtures. This includes waste from the bathroom, kitchen and laundry areas. Any other discharge is classified as a prohibited discharge and therefore must have some form of
pre-treatment prior to discharging to the sewerage system.

Why pre-treatment?

There are a number of reasons why a pre-treatment facility should be used. Some of the reasons include:

·  Discharge such as acid may cause damage and corrosion to the drains manholes and destroy bacteria that helps in sewage treatment

·  Substances like grease, if not collected in a grease arrestor, will solidify in the drain and cause a blockage

·  Chemicals may give off toxic gases that can be harmful to workers maintaining and operating the sewerage system.

Prepare for work

Plans or specifications are obtained from job supervisor

Before you begin you need to obtain the plans or specifications or design drawings for the task and other relevant information from the local authorities in regards to the installation of a pre-treatment facility. Gathering this information will help you to make informed decisions about the nature of the task and how to plan and sequence the entire process. Some of this may be available from your job supervisor or trainer.

WHS requirements associated with installing pre-treatment facilities, and the workplace environment, are adhered to throughout the work

Workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements need to be observed in accordance with legislation. You need to be aware of the WHS laws governing your task. Your trainer or supervisor can provide you with this documentation.

Workplace health and safety requirements are to be in accordance with State or Territory legislation and in some cases may require work notices to be submitted. These may include:

·  wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing

·  use of tools and equipment

·  workplace environment and safety

·  handling of materials

·  handling of hazardous materials

·  hazard control.

·  trench support

·  working with machinery

·  installing bunting

Quality assurance requirements are identified and adhered to in accordance with workplace requirements

Most companies have a policy for assuring quality to the customer. This policy is designed to:

·  Control the processes used within the company

·  Make sure that records are kept

·  Control the quality of materials used

·  Standards to which the work has been completed

·  You need to be aware of your company’s particular quality assurance requirements. A number of quality assurance issues are dealt with in the next section. In general follow these guidelines when completing your work.

Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the work

You should always consider other trades when planning your work because that the installation process is likely to affect other tradespeople on-site. Considering others is particularly important when you are installing a large facility that has public safety implication.

The installation of large pre-treatment facilities is likely to require machinery to dig the hole required. In doing so it will restrict access to the area. Therefore the installer must ensure, prior to starting the task, to consult with the other trades or affected persons.