FIELD ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
Review, Revision and Rollover of Gas Industryunit standards
|
Subfield |
Domain |
Id |
|
Gas Marketing, Business and Administration |
11326, 11327, 11328, 11331, 11335, 19543 | |
|
|
12450, 12453-12456, 19544, 19545, 20441 | |
|
Gas Network Construction |
10968, 10969, 10972, 10974, 10975, 10977, 10980-10983, 10984, 10985, 10986-10988, 10992-10994, 10995, 19546-19549 | |
|
|
12497, 12498, 12501-12505, 12507, 12509, 12510, 12518-12526, 17690, 19550-19560, 20590 | |
|
|
12437, 12438, 12439, 12440, 12441, 12457 | |
|
|
12442-12449 |
The NZ Extractive Industries Training Organisation has completed the review and revision of the unit standards listed above. Unit standards in bold have been revised and rolled over; the remaining standards were reviewed.
Date new versions published November 2006
Planned review dates
Gas Marketing, Business and Administration 2008
Gas Utilisation Engineering 2008
Summary of review and revision consultation process
This review was prompted by the unit standards reaching their planned review date, the industry's need to ensure that they were relevant to both types of reticulated gas, and to align the unit standards and qualifications with the Gas Association of New Zealand (GANZ) competency requirements. The outcome of the review has reflected the need to include people from other trades who do work for the gas industry. A meeting of gas industry representatives in July 2005 determined the focus, extent, and depth of the review, and nominated technical advisors for specific unit standards. Review meetings of technical advisors, providers, industry, and assessors were held in October, November, and December 2005 and the unit standards were distributed for wider industry feedback in January 2006.
Because the NZ Extractive Industries Training Organisation was at this time consolidating its AMAPs, the opportunity was taken to transfer all the gas industry unit standards from AMAP 0124 to AMAP 0114.
All unit standards in the Gas Marketing, Business and Administration domain have been reviewed. All unit standards in the Gas Measurement and Gas Network Operations domains have been reviewed except unit standard 20590, which was revised and rolled over. Unit standards in the Gas Utilisation Engineering and Gas Network Planning and Development domains have been revised and rolled over except for unit standard 12439, which was reviewed. Unit standards in the Gas Network Construction domain have been either reviewed, or revised and rolled over (shown in bold in the table above). Revised and rolled over unit standards have been amended to show the NZ Extractive Industries Training Organisation as the Standard Setting Body, update references, and make minor changes for consistency with other unit standards in these domains.
Main changes resulting from the review
· Unit standards 11326, 11328, 19543, and 19549 have moved to the Gas Network Operations domain
· Unit standards 12453 and 12454 have been replaced by unit standard 23084 and the level increased from 2 to 3
· Unit standard 20441 has been replaced by unit standard 23085 to reflect current practice
· Unit standards 10977 and 19548 have been replaced by unit standard 23086, and unit standards 12522 and 19553 have been replaced by unit standard 23088, to eliminate over assessment
· New unit standards 23087, 23089, and 23090 have been developed to match GANZ competency requirements
· Credits for unit standards 19555 and 19557 have decreased from 15 to 10, for unit standard 19558 from 34 to 30, and for unit standard 19560 from 34 to 20, and credits for unit standard 19554 have increased from 12 to 16
· The level of unit standards 12503 and 19560 decreased from 4 to 3, and the level of unit standard 12510 increased from 2 to 3
· Titles of unit standards 10982, 11327, 11335, 12507, 12520, 12523, 12455, 17960, 19549, and 19555-19560 have been changed
· Special notes have been standardised and references have been updated
· Elements, performance criteria, and range statements have been amended to match current best practice and to meet criteria for registration.
Unit standards categorised as category C expire at the end of December 2008.
Impact on existing provider accreditations
No field accreditations have been granted. The unit standards changing domain have no impact on subfield accreditations or on the provider with domain accreditations as the provider has accreditation for all the domains affected. Increases in level and replacement unit standards have no impact on current providers.
Impact on Accreditation and Moderation Action Plan (AMAP)
All unit standards except 11326, 11327, 11329, and 11331 have been transferred from AMAP 0124 to AMAP 0114. The exception reflects those standards that are already included on 0114.
Impact on existing qualifications
Qualifications that contain the reviewed standards or classifications are tabled below.
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Affected |
The qualification lists a reviewed classification (domain or subfield) in an elective set The qualification lists a standard that has changes to level or credits The qualification lists a C or D category standard |
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Not materially affected |
The qualification lists a standard that has a new title The qualification lists a standard that has a new classification |
The following NZ Extractive Industries Training Organisation qualifications are impacted by the outcome of this review and have been reviewed concurrently with the unit standards. Where the qualification contains affected standards these have been shown in bold.
|
Qualification title |
Classification or standard in the qualification |
|
National Certificate in Gas Measurement (Level 3) [Ref: 0399] |
11335, 12510, 12454, 12455, 12456 |
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National Certificate in Gas Network Operations (Leakage Control) (Level 3) [Ref: 0400] |
12503, 12507, 12510, 12522 |
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National Certificate in Gas Network Operations (Gas Pressure Control) (Level 4) [Ref: 0401] |
19554, 19556, 19558, 19559, 19560 |
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National Certificate in Gas Network Operations (Operations and Maintenance) (Level 3) [Ref: 0885] |
11328, 12503, 12507, 12510, 12522, 19553, 19555, 19557, 19560 |
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National Certificate in Gas Industry (Gas Distribution) (Level 2) [Ref: 1020] |
11326, 11327, 12520, 17690 |
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National Certificate in Gas Network Operations (Gas Pressure Control) (Level 3) [Ref: 1021] |
12453, 12454,12507, 12510, 12522, 19553, 19554, 19555, 19557, 19560 |
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National Certificate in Gas Network Construction (Pipelaying) (Level 3) with strands in Polyethylene Pipelaying and Steel Pipelaying [Ref: 1022] |
11328, 10977, 19548 |
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National Certificate in Gas Network Operations (Operations and Maintenance) (Level 4) [Ref: 1023] |
10977, 12456, 19548, 19543, 19549, 19560 |
The following NZ Extractive Industries Training Organisation qualifications are also impacted by the outcome of this review and will be reviewed in the second half of 2006. Affected standards have been shown in bold.
|
Qualification title |
Classification or standard in the qualification |
|
National Certificate in Gas Industry (Gas Transmission) (Level 3) [Ref: 0978] |
12522, 19553, 19554, 19555, 19557 |
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National Certificate in Gas Industry (Gas Transmission) (Level 4) with strands in Pipeline Operation, and Instrumentation and Electrical [Ref: 0979] |
12456, 19556, 19558, 19559, 19560 |
The following NZ Extractive Industries Training Organisation qualification is not materially affected by the changes. It will be updated when it is next reviewed.
|
Qualification title |
Standard in the qualification |
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National Certificate in Gas Industry (Gas Engineering) with strands in Gas Network Operations, Gas Network Planning and Development, and Gas Utilisation [Ref: 0635] |
10982, 11326, 11327, 12520, 12523 |
The following qualification is also affected by the outcome of this review. The standard setting body (SSB) has been advised that it requires revision.
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Qualification title |
Classification or standard in the qualification |
SSB Name |
|
National Certificate in Civil Works and Services (Road Opening - Trenching) with optional strands in Electricity Supply, Gas Distribution, and Water Services [Ref: 1000] |
10977, 12520, 17690 |
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Summary of main changes to standards' Ids, classification, titles, levels, and credits
The following summary shows the changes made to the standards as a result of the review. All changes are in bold.
Key to review category |
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A |
Dates changed, but no other changes are made - the replacement standard carries the same Id and a new version number | |
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B |
Changes made, but the overall outcome remains the same - the replacement standard carries the same Id and a new version number | |
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C |
Major changes that necessitate the registration of a replacement standard with a new Id | |
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D |
Standard will expire and not be replaced | |
Subfield Gas Industry
|
Id |
Domain |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
11326 |
Gas Marketing, Business and Administration Gas Network Operations |
Interpret symbols, signs, and terminology specific to a gas distribution network |
2 |
2 |
B |
|
11328 |
Gas Marketing, Business and Administration Gas Network Operations |
Gain approvals and implement notification procedures for works in a gas distribution network |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
19543 |
Gas Marketing, Business and Administration Gas Network Operations |
Audit worksite systems in a gas distribution network |
3 |
4 |
B |
|
19549 |
Gas Network Construction
Gas Network Operations |
Make temporary repairs of gas escapes on pipelines in a gas distribution network Make temporary repairs of gas escapes in a gas distribution network |
3 |
5 |
B |
Domain Gas Marketing, Business and Administration
|
Id |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
11327 |
Identify public relations roles and community liaison responsibilities in a gas environment Identify public relations roles and community liaison responsibilities in the gas industry |
2 |
4 |
B |
|
11331 |
Demonstrate knowledge of gas use and equipment in a commercial environment |
4 |
12 |
B |
|
11335 |
Use and maintain gas meter information data processing and billing systems Demonstrate knowledge of, use, and maintain a gas data processing and billing system |
3 |
8 |
B |
Subfield Gas Industry
Domain Gas Measurement
|
Id |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
12450 |
Demonstrate knowledge of gas meters and correctors |
2 |
3 |
B |
|
12453 and 12454
23084 |
Read and interpret domestic gas meter data
Read and interpret commercial gas metering equipment Read and interpret gas metering equipment |
2
2
3 |
2
6
4 |
C
C |
|
12455 |
Install, maintain, and commission mechanical gas flow correctors in a gas distribution network environment Install, commission, and maintain mechanical gas flow correctors |
4 |
10 |
B |
|
12456 |
Install, maintain, and commission electronic gas flow correctors Install, commission, and maintain electronic gas flow correctors |
4 |
8 |
B |
|
19544 |
Test gas meters using a bell prover |
3 |
12 |
B |
|
19545 |
Test gas meters using a transfer prover |
4 |
12 |
B |
|
20441
23085 |
Demonstrate knowledge of storing, handling, and transporting domestic gas meters Describe the storage, handling, transporting, and fitting of gas meters up to 25 cubic metres capacity |
2 |
2 |
C |
Subfield Gas Industry
Domain Gas Network Construction
|
Id |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
10972 |
Perform hydrostatic tests on mains and services in a gas distribution network |
3 |
7 |
B |
|
10974 |
Use stopple equipment on steel gas pipes |
4 |
10 |
B |
|
10977 and 19548 23086 |
Lay a service in a gas distribution network
Lay a gas main in a gas distribution network Lay a gas pipe in a gas distribution network |
3
3 |
6
6 |
C
C |
|
10980 |
Perform electrofusion jointing in a gas distribution network |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
10981 |
Fit mechanical couplings in a gas distribution network |
2 |
3 |
B |
|
10982 |
Demonstrate knowledge of steel welding techniques on a gas distribution network Demonstrate knowledge of steel welding on a gas distribution network |
4 |
6 |
B |
|
10983 |
Hot tap, test, and drill a steel pipe in a gas distribution network |
4 |
12 |
B |
|
10985 |
Replace sections of polyethylene pipe and install fittings in a gas distribution network |
3 |
8 |
B |
|
10992 |
Use pipe and cable locators in a gas distribution network |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
10993 |
Use a holiday detector for coating faults on steel pipes in a gas distribution network Use a Holiday detector in a gas distribution network |
2 |
2 |
B |
|
10994 |
Read and interpret plans and drawings and complete a mark-out in a gas distribution network |
2 |
4 |
B |
|
19546 |
Perform a pneumatic pressure test and purge a main in a gas distribution network |
3 |
8 |
B |
|
19547 |
Perform a pneumatic pressure test and purge a service in a gas distribution network |
3 |
6 |
B |
|
23087 |
Pig a pipeline in a gas network |
3 |
4 |
New |
Subfield Gas Industry
Domain Gas Network Operations
|
Id |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
12497 |
Demonstrate knowledge of legislation and documentation relating to gas network operations |
5 |
10 |
B |
|
12498 |
Produce, monitor, and maintain operational and safety procedures in a gas distribution environment |
6 |
8 |
B |
|
12501 |
Control and manage emergency incidents in a gas distribution network |
6 |
12 |
B |
|
12502 |
Use pressure gauges and recorders in a gas distribution network |
2 |
3 |
B |
|
12503 |
Respond to and locate gas escapes in a gas distribution network |
4 3 |
20 |
B |
|
12504 |
Perform and record walking leakage surveys in a gas distribution network |
3 |
6 |
B |
|
12505 |
Perform and record vehicle leakage surveys in a gas distribution network |
3 |
7 |
B |
|
12507 |
Use gas leakage detection equipment on natural gas Use gas leakage detection equipment on reticulated gas networks |
3 |
5 |
B |
|
12509 |
Install and test cathodic protection in a gas distribution network |
4 |
7 |
B |
|
12510 |
Install and change domestic meters and regulators in a gas distribution network |
2 3 |
6 |
B |
|
12518 |
Check and maintain in-line valves in a gas distribution network |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
12519 |
Demonstrate knowledge of odorisation in a gas distribution network |
3 |
6 |
B |
|
12520 |
Demonstrate knowledge of gas distribution networks Demonstrate knowledge of a gas distribution network |
2 |
4 |
B |
|
12521 |
Demonstrate knowledge of pressure in a gas distribution network |
2 |
4 |
B |
|
12522 and 19553
23088 |
Demonstrate a basic knowledge of gas regulators
Demonstrate knowledge of standard gas pressure control equipment Demonstrate knowledge of standard gas pressure control equipment |
2
3
3 |
3
12
8 |
C
C |
|
12523 |
Implement maintenance plans and procedures for a gas network Prepare, implement, and monitor asset maintenance plans for a gas distribution network |
6 |
10 |
B |
|
12524 |
Demonstrate knowledge of gas properties and characteristics |
4 |
2 |
B |
|
12525 |
Select gas pressure control equipment for use in a gas distribution network |
5 |
8 |
B |
|
12526 |
Use fresh air distance breathing apparatus in a gas distribution network |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
17690 |
Identify potential hazards of and safety precautions for working with live natural gas Identify potential hazards of and safety precautions for working with live reticulated gas |
2 |
6 |
B |
|
19550 |
Restore supply after interruption to domestic gas consumer in a gas distribution network |
3 |
5 |
B |
|
19551 |
Inspect and advise on works in the vicinity of a gas distribution network |
3 |
3 |
B |
|
19552 |
Stabilise a gas emergency site and deal with a gas-filled building |
4 |
16 |
B |
|
19554 |
Demonstrate knowledge of advanced gas pressure control equipment |
4 |
12 16 |
B |
|
19555 |
Assemble, install, test, and commission standard gas pressure reducing and metering station Assemble, install, test, and commission a standard gas pressure reducing and metering station |
3 |
15
10 |
B |
|
19556 |
Assemble, install, test, and commission advanced gas pressure reducing and metering station Assemble, install, test, and commission an advanced gas pressure reducing and metering station |
4 |
15 |
B |
|
19557 |
Perform routine maintenance on standard gas pressure reducing and metering stations Perform maintenance on a standard gas pressure reducing and metering station |
3
3 |
15
10 |
B |
|
19558 |
Troubleshoot and rectify faults on advanced gas pressure reducing and metering stations Troubleshoot and rectify faults on an advanced gas pressure reducing and metering station |
4 |
34
30 |
B |
|
19559 |
Perform routine maintenance on advanced gas pressure reducing and metering stations Perform maintenance on an advanced gas pressure reducing and metering station |
4 |
25 |
B |
|
19560 |
Troubleshoot and rectify faults on standard gas pressure reducing and metering stations Troubleshoot and rectify faults on a standard gas pressure reducing and metering station |
4
3 |
34
20 |
B |
|
23089 |
Relight gas appliances safely after disruption of supply from a gas network |
3 |
12 |
New |
|
23090 |
Demonstrate knowledge of designing gas regulator and metering stations in a gas distribution network |
4 |
6 |
New |
Domain Gas Network Planning and Development
|
Id |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
12439 |
Plan and design a gas network system |
5 |
10 |
B |