Module Outline

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Use plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations

Use plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations

Module
National Code
VU23056
State Code
BA960
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/08/2026
Field of Education
040327 - Plumbing
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify plumbing pipes, plumbing fittings and plumbing fixtures, including fastening, as part of a variety of simulated plumbing jobs (that is, jobs that will not actually have water or gas connected) and in accordance with job, organisational and legal requirements.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

This unit does not meet the requirements for a registered plumber.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Identify pipes, fittings and fixtures
  • 1.1 Use correct terminology when discussing properties and characteristics of pipes, fittings and fixtures, and when requesting component parts.
  • 1.2 Identify principles of sustainability related to plumbing task preparation.
  • 1.3 Select pipes, fittings and fixtures for suitability for a simple plumbing task.
Manage pipes, fittings and fixtures
  • 2.1 Clarify plans and specifications for the task with the supervisor.
  • 2.2 Prepare pipes, fittings and fixtures for suitability for a simple plumbing task.
  • 2.3 Follow Australian Standards and quality assurance requirements in accordance with organisational procedures.
  • 2.4 Follow Safety (WHS/OHS) and workplace environmental requirements associated with manual handling.
  • 2.5 Apply principles of sustainability to the plumbing task.
Work with pipes, fittings and fixtures
  • 3.1 Use pipes, fittings and fixtures according to manufacturers’ recommendations and job task requirements.
  • 3.2 Fix and secure pipes, fittings and fixtures in accordance with regulations, manufacturers’ recommendations and job task requirements.
  • 3.3 Apply pipes, fittings and fixtures in an appropriate sequence to the job task and in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
Secure fasteners and fixings
  • 4.1 Identify purpose of materials or fixture to be fastened and assess tolerance.
  • 4.2 Assess substrate and/or material to be fastened or fixed to, for compatibility to the task.
  • 4.3 Assess material or fixture for its compatibility with proposed fasteners and fixings to be used.
  • 4.4 Install fasteners and fixings according to the manufacturer specifications.
Clean up the work area
  • 5.1 Clean work area and dispose or recycle waste in accordance with the state or territory legislation and workplace procedures.
  • 5.2 Clean, check for serviceability and store tools and equipment in accordance with the workplace procedures.
  • 5.3 Dispose, recycle or store materials and waste in accordance with the state or territory legislation and workplace procedures.
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Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
BHF29 11377NAT Certificate II in Career Preparation Accredited course