| Unit Code |
Unit Title |
| PLB-10 |
Work Effectively in International Plumbing Environments |
Nominal Hours: 20
Unit Descriptor: Covers communication, cultural awareness, and compliance with international standards in global plumbing contexts.
Elements | Performance Criteria
| Elements |
Performance Criteria |
| 1. Communicate with diverse teams |
1.1 Use clear, respectful language.
1.2 Clarify instructions and feedback.
1.3 Use visual aids if needed. |
| 2. Adapt to cultural/workplace norms |
2.1 Identify and respect cultural differences.
2.2 Adjust behavior to site expectations.
2.3 Demonstrate professionalism. |
| 3. Follow international standards |
3.1 Identify and comply with international codes and procedures.
3.2 Participate in site inductions.
3.3 Report incidents per protocol. |
Range of Variables
| Variables |
Range |
| Communication |
Spoken/written English, translation, visual aids, digital tools. |
| Cultural norms |
Dress, greetings, work schedules, religious practices, hierarchy. |
| International standards |
IPC, UPC, EN, ISO, site-specific codes. |
Evidence Guide
| Area |
Details |
| 1. Critical aspects of competency |
Communicates, adapts, and complies in international plumbing environments. |
| 2. Underpinning knowledge |
Basic technical English, cultural awareness, international codes. |
| 3. Underpinning Skills |
Communication, adaptability, compliance, reporting. |
| 4. Underpinning attitudes |
Respect, open-mindedness, professionalism, adaptability. |
| 5. Resource Implications |
Access to international worksite or simulated environment, documentation. |
| 6. Methods of Assessment |
Observation, role play, questioning, documentation review, supervisor feedback. |
| 7. Context of Assessment |
International or simulated environment with diverse teams and codes. |
Foundation skills
| Skills |
DESCRIPTION |
| Oral Communication |
Use clear technical language and visual aids. |
| Reading |
Interpret site instructions and international codes. |
| Teamwork |
Collaborate with diverse teams. |
Target Audience
| Target Audience |
Description |
| Plumbing professionals, trainees |
Individuals working or preparing for work in international plumbing environments. |
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Pre-Requisit