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Operate and maintain irrigation pumping systems

KHU-AGR-0289

Australian Equivalent

AHCIRG341

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare, start up, operate, monitor and shut down an irrigation pumping system and maintain pumps and pumping equipment. The unit applies to individuals who operate and maintain irrigation pumping equipment under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Prepare to maintain pumps

0289.E1.O1Obtain and interpret work requirements for the satisfactory completion of operations

0289.E1.O2Select and use required materials, tools, equipment and machinery and check for safe operation

0289.E1.O3Confirm activity to be undertaken, including identifying potential hazards and risks and implementing safe working practices to manage risks

0289.E1.O4Select, fit, use and maintain safety and personal protective equipment applicable to the task

0289.E1.O5Identify and arrange support required for the safe completion of the servicing and maintenance tasks

0289.E1.O6Carry out isolation and lock-out of all equipment necessary for the safe execution of tasks

E2Carry out pump maintenance

0289.E2.O1Inspect pumps and report any faults

0289.E2.O2Troubleshoot pump system and rectify cause of faults

0289.E2.O3Adjust and set pressure switches and air tanks to suit pump performance and site conditions

0289.E2.O4Service and maintain pumps according to operation and maintenance manual

0289.E2.O5Dispose of waste according to environmental procedures

0289.E2.O6Maintain servicing and maintenance records according to servicing and maintenance recording procedures

E3Prepare the pumping system

0289.E3.O1Check operation and function of pump and driver

0289.E3.O2Conduct pumping system pre-start-up checks according to operation and maintenance manual

0289.E3.O3Ensure pumping system valves are correctly sequenced and filters are clear before commencing pumping operations, and safety requirements are met

E4Start up and shutdown pumping system

0289.E4.O1Operate ancillary equipment using safe practices

0289.E4.O2Start up and shut down pump according to operation and maintenance manual

0289.E4.O3Implement emergency shutdown procedures when required

E5Operate and monitor pumping and ancillary systems

0289.E5.O1Check and maintain flanges, gaskets and seals within operational tolerances to avoid environmental damage

0289.E5.O2Monitor pump pressures and flows for conformance

0289.E5.O3Use amperage testing equipment to monitor and identify variations in pumping systems and equipment operating conditions

0289.E5.O4Monitor pumping systems, equipment and component performance for signs of excessive wear or reduction of performance

0289.E5.O5Check operational valves and valve assemblies for leaks

0289.E5.O6Check and clean filter systems periodically and remove any potential blockages or impurities entering the pumping system or equipment which may cause cavitation or malfunction during operation

0289.E5.O7Inspect and sample lubrication oil to ensure operating levels are correct and to determine if any contamination has taken place which may affect the operational capacity of the pumping system and equipment

0289.E5.O8Take appropriate action resulting from checks and monitoring

E6Shut down the pumping system

0289.E6.O1Shut down injection equipment and pump according to operation and maintenance manual

0289.E6.O2Clean pumping equipment

0289.E6.O3Collect, treat and dispose of or recycle waste generated by both the pumping process and cleaning procedures