NWPNET029 — Locate, identify and protect utilities

1 Prepare to locate utility services at worksite

• 1.1Identify utility assets or services by communicating with relevant authorities
• 1.2Determine and mark worksite boundaries and requirements from plans, specifications and workplace instructions
• 1.3Determine type, size and likely configuration of all underground and overhead services from plans and typical or local installation practices
• 1.4Conduct risk assessment for environmental and safety factors including personal and protective equipment to ensure it is safe to commence work
• 1.5Identify yourself to your customers and determine customer needs

2 Operate pipe and cable locating equipment

• 2.1Identify and select appropriate locating equipment
• 2.2Operate pipe and cable locating equipment according to manufacturer instructions
• 2.3Interpret false signals or interference with pipe and cable locating equipment and make appropriate adjustments
• 2.4Mark the approximate location of services on the surface of the worksite according to workplace procedures
• 2.5Conduct test excavation to visually confirm service location according to workplace procedures

3 Operate plant near underground or overhead utility assets

• 3.1Monitor plant during work activities according to workplace procedures
• 3.2Identify potential or actual encroaches of plant on minimum clearances to assets
• 3.3Give instructions to plant operator using agreed signals

4 Protect and support utility assets during excavation and backfilling

• 4.1Protect and support assets according to utility owner requirements to prevent damage
• 4.2Report damage to assets to utility owner according to workplace procedures
• 4.3Restore worksite using equipment, tools and materials to meet environmental and workplace procedures

5 Maintain locating equipment

• 5.1Perform daily maintenance of equipment according to manufacturer instructions
• 5.2Record maintenance details according to workplace procedures

What does an assessment tool for NWPNET029 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for NWPNET029 needs to address all 35 unit components: 5 elements with 18 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 10 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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