Overview

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to complete annual inspection and testing procedures to verify that complex water-based fire-suppression system equipment functions as intended. The unit involves working safely, isolating and resetting water-based fire-suppression systems, conducting compliance tests, visually inspecting, identifying non-compliance defects, and fulfilling mandatory reporting requirements. The service technician is not permitted to undertake any installation, replacement, maintenance and repair functions that are restricted to licensed trades or occupations (subject to relevant state or territory regulations). Different states and territories may have regulatory mechanisms that apply to this unit. Candidates are advised to check for regulatory limitations.