CPCPPS5024 Conduct a water audit and identify water-saving initiatives

This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to conduct water audits in residential buildings with a minimum of 50 units; commercial buildings with a minimum of 20 floors, including a commercial laundry for hospital or nursing home.

This unit also specifies the skills and knowledge required to propose types of water-saving devices that are appropriate where water use reductions are possible.

The role involves interaction with builders, suppliers, clients and relevant planning authorities and requires a sound understanding of applicable legislation, standards and codes.

This unit applies to experienced people such as hydraulic design consultants or persons in a supervisory capacity in relation to plumbing services on a new or existing site.

In some jurisdictions, this unit of competency may form part of accreditation, licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.