Unit Code Unit Title
PLB-07 Install and Maintain Plumbing Fixtures

Nominal Hours: 25
Unit Descriptor:
Covers installation, adjustment, and maintenance of plumbing fixtures (sinks, toilets, faucets, etc.).

Elements | Performance Criteria

Elements Performance Criteria
1. Plan fixture installation 1.1 Interpret plans and codes.
1.2 Select fixtures and fittings.
1.3 Prepare site for installation.
2. Install fixtures 2.1 Position and secure fixtures.
2.2 Connect water, waste, and vent lines.
2.3 Test for leaks and function.
3. Maintain and repair fixtures 3.1 Inspect for leaks, wear, or faults.
3.2 Adjust or replace components.
3.3 Clean and restore site.

Range of Variables

Variables Range
Fixtures Sinks, basins, toilets, urinals, bathtubs, showers, faucets, valves.
Fittings Supply lines, traps, valves, seals, washers, fasteners.
Testing Leak, flow, flush, functional tests.

Evidence Guide

Area Details
1. Critical aspects of competency Correctly installs, tests, and maintains plumbing fixtures.
2. Underpinning knowledge Fixture types, installation standards, troubleshooting.
3. Underpinning Skills Fixture positioning, connection, adjustment, maintenance.
4. Underpinning attitudes Quality, customer focus, responsibility, cleanliness.
5. Resource Implications Fixtures, tools, plans, test equipment.
6. Methods of Assessment Practical demonstration, inspection, questioning, supervisor feedback.
7. Context of Assessment Real/simulated site with fixture installation and testing.

Foundation skills

Skills DESCRIPTION
Reading Interpret plans and installation guides.
Problem Solving Diagnose and repair fixture faults.
Planning/Organizing Sequence installation and testing tasks.

Target Audience

Target Audience Description
Plumbing apprentices, workers Individuals installing and maintaining plumbing fixtures.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL Available Yes

Pre-Requisit

Pre-Requisite None