Assessor Resource

FWPWPP3217
Process production effluent

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to operate the effluent plant and distribute waste water to pasture.

The unit applies to production operators and technicians who process production effluent in a forest and wood products factory setting and includes draining and cleaning equipment.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare effluent plant

1.1 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.

1.2 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.

1.3 Set up pumping lines and check for operational effectiveness.

1.4 Pump treatment solution from mixing tank to effluent line, settling pits and clarifier.

1.5 Run sludge from clarifier and drain water from sludge beds in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices.

2. Distribute water to pasture

2.1 Set flow rate and pump water to pasture area.

2.2 Check absorption and pH levels; monitor and adjust flow rate for optimal distribution.

3. Complete operator maintenance

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.

3.2 Drain settling pits and clean to collection point.

3.3 Clean solids from discharge drain and dispose of in line with environmental protection practices.

3.4 Recirculate water from catchment area to irrigation.

3.5 Monitor dam banks for weed and vermin.

3.6 Keep effluent plant area clear of foreign bodies and debris in line with organisational safety procedures.

3.7 Record and report effluent processing and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

process production effluent over two four hour shifts

across those two shifts complete these activities:

treat production effluent

distribute treated water to pasture

drain and clean equipment and dispose of solids

complete basic written records of process outcomes and equipment faults.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

applicable commonwealth, state, territory or local government regulations relevant to effluent discharge

environmental protection practices for processing production effluent:

reducing energy use

distributing treated water with appropriate levels of acidity and alkalinity

monitoring presence of weeds and vermin

disposing of solids and hazardous substances

purpose of treating effluent and distributing water to pasture

typical work flow processes and effluent treatment techniques

properties, at a basic level of understanding, of treatment solutions used in effluent treatment

range of acceptable levels of acidity and alkalinity in processed effluent to minimise environmental impacts on the local area

purpose, features and operation of equipment used to process production effluent:

pumping lines

mixing tanks

effluent line settling pits

clarifiers

sludge beds

methods used to:

safely handle chemicals used in the treatment process

drain and clean equipment

organisational procedures specific to processing production effluent:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out, use of personal protective equipment and handling hazardous substances

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting process outcomes and equipment faults.

The following resources must be made available:

effluent processing and water distribution plant including:

pumping lines

mixing tanks

effluent line settling pits

clarifiers

sludge beds

personal protective equipment suitable for processing production effluent

treatment solution

manufacturers’:

safety data sheets

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for draining and cleaning equipment

template documents for recording process outcomes and equipment faults

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for processing production effluent.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1. Prepare effluent plant

1.1 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.

1.2 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.

1.3 Set up pumping lines and check for operational effectiveness.

1.4 Pump treatment solution from mixing tank to effluent line, settling pits and clarifier.

1.5 Run sludge from clarifier and drain water from sludge beds in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices.

2. Distribute water to pasture

2.1 Set flow rate and pump water to pasture area.

2.2 Check absorption and pH levels; monitor and adjust flow rate for optimal distribution.

3. Complete operator maintenance

3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.

3.2 Drain settling pits and clean to collection point.

3.3 Clean solids from discharge drain and dispose of in line with environmental protection practices.

3.4 Recirculate water from catchment area to irrigation.

3.5 Monitor dam banks for weed and vermin.

3.6 Keep effluent plant area clear of foreign bodies and debris in line with organisational safety procedures.

3.7 Record and report effluent processing and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.

Not Applicable

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

process production effluent over two four hour shifts

across those two shifts complete these activities:

treat production effluent

distribute treated water to pasture

drain and clean equipment and dispose of solids

complete basic written records of process outcomes and equipment faults.

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

applicable commonwealth, state, territory or local government regulations relevant to effluent discharge

environmental protection practices for processing production effluent:

reducing energy use

distributing treated water with appropriate levels of acidity and alkalinity

monitoring presence of weeds and vermin

disposing of solids and hazardous substances

purpose of treating effluent and distributing water to pasture

typical work flow processes and effluent treatment techniques

properties, at a basic level of understanding, of treatment solutions used in effluent treatment

range of acceptable levels of acidity and alkalinity in processed effluent to minimise environmental impacts on the local area

purpose, features and operation of equipment used to process production effluent:

pumping lines

mixing tanks

effluent line settling pits

clarifiers

sludge beds

methods used to:

safely handle chemicals used in the treatment process

drain and clean equipment

organisational procedures specific to processing production effluent:

workplace health and safety with particular emphasis on equipment lock out, use of personal protective equipment and handling hazardous substances

communication reporting lines

recording and reporting process outcomes and equipment faults.

The following resources must be made available:

effluent processing and water distribution plant including:

pumping lines

mixing tanks

effluent line settling pits

clarifiers

sludge beds

personal protective equipment suitable for processing production effluent

treatment solution

manufacturers’:

safety data sheets

instructions for equipment use

recommendations for draining and cleaning equipment

template documents for recording process outcomes and equipment faults

relevant personnel for the purposes of communicating information

organisational procedures for processing production effluent.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness. 
Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices. 
Set up pumping lines and check for operational effectiveness. 
Pump treatment solution from mixing tank to effluent line, settling pits and clarifier. 
Run sludge from clarifier and drain water from sludge beds in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices. 
Set flow rate and pump water to pasture area. 
Check absorption and pH levels; monitor and adjust flow rate for optimal distribution. 
Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment. 
Drain settling pits and clean to collection point. 
Clean solids from discharge drain and dispose of in line with environmental protection practices. 
Recirculate water from catchment area to irrigation. 
Monitor dam banks for weed and vermin. 
Keep effluent plant area clear of foreign bodies and debris in line with organisational safety procedures. 
Record and report effluent processing and equipment faults to appropriate personnel. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

FWPWPP3217 - Process production effluent
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