NWPTRT028 — Operate and control reclaimed water irrigation
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What an assessment for NWPTRT028 must cover
44 assessable components: 5 elements (16 performance criteria), 12 performance evidence and 16 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Assess sites for reclaimed water irrigation
- 1.1Identify soil and water interactions and soil properties important for plant growth
- 1.2Identify soil sampling sites, collect samples and conduct soil testing according to workplace procedures
- 1.3Classify soils using field texture, pH and structure analysis
- 1.4Monitor and determine the water holding capacity of soil
2 Assess quality of reclaimed water for irrigation
- 2.1Sample and test reclaimed water and interpret quality parameters
- 2.2Determine crops suitable for the quality of reclaimed water and worksite conditions
3 Implement reclaimed water irrigation
- 3.1Identify features of irrigation systems
- 3.2Operate and maintain irrigation equipment according to manufacturer instructions
- 3.3Identify and apply irrigation scheduling options for reclaimed water
- 3.4Produce water budgets using crop factors and climate data
- 3.5Apply irrigation water and collect and monitor tail water or runoff
4 Respond to water or soil quality issues
- 4.1Develop irrigation management options to respond to water quality issues
- 4.2Identify and apply requirements and options for soil ameliorants
- 4.3Monitor infiltration and drainage
5 Compile reclaimed water irrigation records
- 5.1Compile reports from system data according to workplace procedures
- 5.2Report observations outside defined parameters for further action to relevant personnel
Performance evidence
- analysing critical aspects of reclaimed water reuse management relating to the project or site
- applying environmental policies, plans and procedures
- assessing environmental risks at the worksite
- identifying environment, health and safety risks and impact on soil, stock and operators
- identifying soil groups
- implementing reclaimed water reuse irrigation
- monitoring and managing soil
- monitoring, operating and controlling reclaimed water irrigation
- participating in and contributing to reviews of reclaimed water reuse procedures
- sampling and testing soil and water
- solving operational problems
- using safety and personal protective equipment (PPE)
Knowledge evidence
- best management practices for the use of reclaimed water for irrigation purposes
- community and agency roles and responsibilities in monitoring water quality
- effects of weather and conditions on operation of site or plant
- environmental, landscape and ground structure of work area
- equipment operation, capacity and limitations
- interpretation and use of safety data sheets
- key characteristics of reclaimed water
- key principles of irrigation practices, including irrigation scheduling
- primary agencies involved in drinking water quality management
- reclaimed water usage licensing procedures and requirements
- relevant legislative requirements
- soil groups
- water hazardous agents and preventative strategies
- water quality performance indicators
- water supply system
- workplace procedures
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Questions about assessing NWPTRT028
What does an assessment tool for NWPTRT028 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for NWPTRT028 needs to address all 44 unit components: 5 elements with 16 performance criteria, 12 performance evidence requirements, 16 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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