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 |
1 | Plan and prepare for work | 1.1 | Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
| 1.2 | Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times |
| 1.3 | Identify potential workplace hazards and appropriate risk control measures consistent with appropriate standards to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment |
| 1.4 | Locate and review appropriate records to prepare for boiler operation |
| 1.5 | Identify the type of boiler and plan boiler operations according to procedures |
| 1.6 | Identify appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs |
| 1.7 | Identify suitable communication methods and confirm with appropriate personnel |
2 | Start up boiler | 2.1 | Apply risk prevention and risk control measures to the work area according to procedures |
| 2.2 | Select communication equipment and inspect for serviceability |
| 2.3 | Select all necessary equipment and inspect for operational effectiveness according to procedures, including establishing water level |
| 2.4 | Check boiler visually for any damage or defects and report and record any found according to procedures with appropriate action taken |
| 2.5 | Vent boiler to atmosphere prior to start-up, as required |
| 2.6 | Carry out pre-start up checks on the boiler and bring the boiler online safely according to procedures |
| 2.7 | Start up boiler according to procedures |
| 2.8 | Identify maintenance requirements and any visual faults and report according to procedures |
| 2.9 | Confirm, complete and log all maintenance and/or repairs and associated isolations and make the equipment serviceable |
3 | Monitor boiler operation | 3.1 | Diagnose operating status of the boiler |
| 3.2 | Maintain operating log clearly and accurately according to procedures |
| 3.3 | Monitor boiler, valves, fittings and pressure gauges according to procedures |
| 3.4 | Blow boiler water level gauges through both steam and water sides |
| 3.5 | Test standby plant and equipment according to procedures |
| 3.6 | Conduct boiler water quality tests, where required, and record the results according to procedures |
| 3.7 | Adjust boiler water chemicals after tests, where appropriate and required according to procedures and notify downstream users, if necessary |
| 3.8 | Activate the automatic blowdown and, where required, boiler is blown down to adjust total dissolved solids (TDS) levels to recommendations |
| 3.9 | Communicate handover information regarding boiler status and operation clearly to relevant personnel according to procedures |
| 3.10 | Respond immediately to any boiler emergency in accordance with procedures |
4 | Shut down boiler | 4.1 | Shut down the boiler for inspection according to procedures, as required |
| 4.2 | Identify maintenance requirements and report any visual faults according to procedures |
| 4.3 | Complete isolations associated with in-service maintenance according to procedures |
| 4.4 | Clean boiler internally and externally to manufacturer recommendations and procedures, where required |
| 4.5 | Complete boiler operating log for shutdown |
5 | Store boiler in shutdown mode | 5.1 | Identify storage time and condition of storage, where required |
| 5.2 | Store boiler in safe condition for access in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and procedures |
| 5.3 | Test stored boiler water and chemicals, where required, and handle in accordance with procedures, where storage is for extended periods |
Evidence of competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:
following work instructions, SOPs and safe work practices
complying with Commonwealth, state and territory work health and safety (WHS) legislation and regulations
complying with Australian and industry standards, organisation workplace standards, policies and relevant codes of practice requirements at all times
planning and preparing for work, including identifying potential hazards and implementing appropriate risk control measures
identifying the type of standard boiler
reading and interpreting maintenance records, operating logs and safety data sheets (SDS)
conducting the appropriate pre-start up checks, including identifying all maintenance requirements and visual faults
using appropriate tools, equipment and PPE in accordance with procedures
completing all maintenance and rectification requirements in accordance with manufacturers’ and workplace procedures, including recording/reporting requirements
completing the start-up procedures and bringing the boiler online
monitoring the boiler, including conducting relevant tests and activities and adjusting boiler water quality in accordance with procedures
interpreting boiler operation tables and figures
communicating handover of boiler status to appropriate personnel
demonstrating emergency operating procedures
identifying all boiler energy sources required to be isolated and made safe for maintenance, inspection and repairs
applying boiler cleaning and storage techniques.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
safe work practices and procedures and use of PPE
Commonwealth, state and territory WHS/OHS legislation and approved codes of practice relevant to standard boiler operation
Australian and industry standards relevant to standard boiler operation
basic principles of heat transfer and thermodynamics in relation to boiler operations
boiler steam equipment operating principles and operating methods
types and characteristics of feedwater systems and treatment
types and use of equipment and fittings for operation and maintenance of boilers
function, purpose and operation of main steam stop valve
boiler auxiliary equipment characteristics and capabilities
essential fittings required where more than one boiler is installed (e.g. battery of boilers)
processes for confirming operational status of a boiler
workplace communication techniques and procedures
responsibilities for checking and testing boilers
location and inspection procedures and techniques for inspection and explosion doors
steam and boiler hazards for cold start and handover
hierarchy of risk control
type and limitations of corrective action and/or adjustments that can be made in response to routine boiler operation problems and emergencies
various harmful energy sources in boiler operation and the means to effectively isolate these energy sources and make them safe
modes of boiler storage and procedures for storing boiler in open or closed condition
SDS and safe chemical handling and storage methods for boiler operation and cleaning
procedures for cleaning boilers internally and externally, as required
procedures for recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information.
Assessments must be conducted by an assessor accredited for this high risk work (HRW) licence class in the Commonwealth/state/territory where the licence will be obtained (i.e. an assessor authorised by a Commonwealth/state/territory WHS/OHS regulator).
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and all assessments must be conducted in the English language.
Where possible, assessment of performance should be undertaken in the workplace and/or under realistic workplace conditions that typically reflect:
the use of full-scale equipment
performing tasks/activities within timelines that would be expected in a workplace
standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Where this is not possible or where personal safety, plant operation or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment that reflects realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Accredited assessors are responsible for ensuring that candidates have access to all tools, equipment, PPE, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications.
As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.