This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to construct artesian (flowing) aquifer bores. This includes designing, constructing and developing artesian aquifer bores, disinfecting bores and equipment and decommissioning bores.

This unit applies to those working in operational, supervisory or technical specialist roles. They generally perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine and are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.