Courses

This 2-day nationally recognised course is designed for persons who operate drain-cleaning equipment. 

The MSMSS00019 Operate a Drain Cleaning System Skill Set delivers specialised training for workers aiming to gain an understanding of industrial drain cleaning operations. The program covers elements such as worksite management, adherence to safe work practices, compliance with relevant industry standards, and the application of emergency and rescue procedures.

Safety is emphasised as the foundation of this training, ensuring participants acquire the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and supervise drain cleaning operations. The course prepares operators to identify and mitigate risks, safeguard themselves, protect surrounding properties, and prioritise public safety. This skill set demonstrates the competencies required to operate a drain cleaning system safely, efficiently and independently, while fostering a strong culture of workplace safety and operational excellence.

Additionally, the course aligns with the requirements of AS 4233.1:2013 High-Pressure Water Jetting Systems – Safe Operation and Maintenance and the Safe Work Australia Guide for Managing Risks from High-Pressure Water Jetting, ensuring adherence to nationally recognised safety standards.

Units of competency under the skill set are:

• MSMWHS110 Follow emergency response procedures          
• MSMWJ305 Operate a drain cleaning system   
• MSMWHS200 Work safely
• MSMPER200 Work in accordance with an issued permit        

Unique Student Identifier

Students must also possess a valid USI.

All learners undertaking nationally accredited training must possess a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI). The USI is an individual education number that allows learners to access their training records and results at any time. If learners do not possess a valid USI while undertaking accredited training they will be unable to receive a Statement of Attainment.

Find out more about USI

Course Delivery

This course is delivered over 16 hours (generally two consecutive eight-hour days) face to face in a classroom setting. This course requires a theoretical assessment and a practical assessment be completed on site while supervised by the MPAQ trainer.

Each participant will be responsible for the following PPE requirements: long pants, long sleeve shirt, and steel cap boots.

MPAQ will provide industrial gloves, and eye, face, and head protection PPE.

Course outcomes:

On successful completion of this course learners will be able to:

• Prepare and set up a drain cleaning unit safely.
• Identify hazards in drain cleaning environments and implement controls.
• Identify and select correct nozzles and tools for various applications in both sewer, stormwater and pipe applications.
• Identify nozzle behaviours.
• Best practice techniques used for drain cleaning and combination units.
• Plan and safely carry out drain cleaning works.
• Diagnose faults and troubleshoot issues with units.
• Understand basic concepts of pipe flows in sewer, stormwater and pipework.
• Maintenance of units and drain cleaning equipment.
• Incident reporting and investigation

Course Recognition 

On successful completion of this course, learners will be issued with a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

Note that refresher training or verification of competency must be completed within two years of completion of this course. (Reference: Standards Australia AS/NZS 4233.1-2013)

Course Fees

• Members - $700.00
• Associate Members - $778.50
• Non-members - $865.00

MPAQ Member Discount

MPAQ members (excluding associate retired and associate apprentices) are eligible for a discount on MPAQ courses. 

In order to access the discount you must fulfil one of the following eligibility requirements:

• You must be a member for at least one year if paying for membership monthly; or 
• You must pay for your membership upfront for one year. 

Course Subsidies

Construction Skills Queensland's, Higher Qualifications Building Program is an initiative of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ). CSQ is an independent, not-for-profit, industry-funded body supporting employers, workers, apprentices, trainees and career seekers in the building and construction industry. CSQ provides funding to reduce the financial obstacle to training, making upskilling an affordable option for many more individuals in the construction industry.

VIEW eLIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 

Below is a list of the short course unit codes and names and the maximum funding amount available to eligible participants:

This funding commences on the 19 August 2024. All participants must be enrolled in the program and have completed at least one unit of competency of the skill set on or before the last enrolment date of the 31 July 2025 and must complete the program by the 28 February 2026.

Enrolees must possess the below enrolment criteria:

• USI (if you do not have a USI, please visit www.usi.gov.au)
• Photo ID
• If Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident, copy of Medicare card or Australian Passport or Australian Birth Certificate
• Basic numeracy, literacy, English language skills, and physical capability

To enrol, please click the link at the top of this page or click here to download and complete an enrolment form.

If you have any questions, call the MPAQ Training Services team on 07 3273 0800.

Please send completed enrolment forms to training@mpaq.com.au.