NWPCAD019 — Monitor and operate groundwater extraction

1 Prepare for work

• 1.1Interpret relevant legislation, workplace procedures and requirements
• 1.2Locate bore sites from plans and job specifications
• 1.3Schedule and plan inspection of bore asset and communicate with appropriate personnel
• 1.4Select, check and prepare equipment to monitor water extraction
• 1.5Conduct a risk assessment of bore operations and determine control measures

2 Monitor and operate groundwater extraction systems

• 2.1Monitor designated locations within groundwater source area according to agreed schedule
• 2.2Conduct inspection of bore assets, take meter readings and for water depth
• 2.3Calculate recharge and extraction rates
• 2.4Collect samples and conduct standard tests according to workplace procedures
• 2.5Adjust pump flows to meet customer orders
• 2.6Identify breaches according to legislation and workplace procedures

3 Identify and report risks, breaches and complaints

• 3.1Identify risks to stakeholders and environment
• 3.2Identify and report breaches according to workplace procedures
• 3.3Investigate and report complaints from the stakeholders regarding water allocation and quality

What does an assessment tool for NWPCAD019 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for NWPCAD019 needs to address all 33 unit components: 3 elements with 14 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for NWPCAD019?

Auditori pulls the current release of NWPCAD019 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for NWPCAD019 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing NWPCAD019 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of NWPCAD019, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.