Skills developed
To be competent in this unit, a candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
- LPG storage requirements
- characteristics, application and limitations of approved materials and components including:
- vaporisation rates
- manifold
- tank/cylinder support(s) and bases
- approved piping materials
- approved fitting and fixing materials
- gas storage containers (500 l – 8 kl)
- gas regulators
- non-metallic hose assemblies
Processes, procedures and techniques for:
- installing and connecting LPG supply
- determining and calculating material quantities
- how to access relevant information, including job plans and specifications, codes, Australian standards, manufacturer’s specifications and jurisdictional requirements
- tools, materials and equipment used to install LPG storage
- work health and safety requirements for installing LPG storage
- properties of gas, gas safety, combustion principles, pressure and flow rates.
Compulsory Units
CPCPGS3060 Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8 kl
CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements