Review of National Occupational Standards for Leakage Detection and Control

Key Purpose, Key Roles and Functions

Key Purpose: To detect and control leaks in metered areas

Key Role   Key Function   2nd Level function
         
Detect and control leaks   Assess the configuration of water pipes and fittings   Assess the configuration of the metered area
    Trace the route of water pipes and locate surface fittings
       
  Identify the location of leakage   Determine appropriate leakage detection methods and techniques
    Programme, deploy and collect data on leak location
    Evaluate data on leak location
    Carry out step-testing to localise area of potential leak
    Determine location of water loss
       
  Confirm performance of water pipes, meters and guages   Confirm performance of meters and guages
    Establish the integrity of a discrete area on the distribution network
         
Maintain health, safety and the environment   Comply with health and safety requirements   Reduce risks to health and safety
         
Work with other people   Work with customers   Resolve leak related issues with customers
  Work with colleagues   Lead a team