Water Reticulation Practitioner

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Water Reticulation Practitioner. The Water Reticulation Practitioner (WRP) maintains the integrity of the potability of the water supply from the water reservoir to the household water point. S/he installs and maintains the water reticulation infrastructure, identifies and attends to water leaks, installs water meters, maintains the water system and interfaces with the public. A qualified learner will be able to: • Install water reticulation infrastructure. • Operate and maintain a water reticulation system. • Manage a water reticulation team.

Water Reticulation Practitioners (WRPs) play a critical role in the country because they ensure the integrity of the portability of the water supply from the water reservoir to the household water point. In the conceptualisation of this qualification, the functions of the WRP have been confined to water reticulation and do not include wastewater reticulation. Typical learners will be those who have completed their schooling or those currently working in the water reticulation environment and who wish to improve their qualifications. In many municipalities, plumbers carry out the task of the water reticulation practitioner. This qualification will assist them to become competent water reticulation practitioners. The benefits accruing to the learner who obtains this qualification include a nationally recognised qualification that will improve current knowledge, skills, and competencies of those performing water reticulation-related functions. It will also create improved access to other education and training opportunities for those who wish to pursue a career in water reticulation at a higher level. The benefit to the country includes the fact that this qualification will serve as a national benchmark for water reticulation practitioners. As far as society is concerned this occupational qualification will increase employment opportunities for many as water reticulation is a responsibility of every municipality in the country. The water reticulation practitioner will improve the quality of life by ensuring good water infrastructure, promoting water conservation, and controlling water loss. These will have the cumulative effect of reducing water supply interruptions.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for access to the external integrated summative assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of result or certifying a work experience record. RPL for access to the qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: • Level 2 with Mathematical Literacy.

• Prepare to install water reticulation infrastructure.
• Install water reticulation infrastructure.
• Operate and maintain the water reticulation system.
• Oversee/manage a team's performance and conduct in a water reticulation.