This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare batches of asphalt. It applies to batching plants used in the asphalt industry, including batch, continuous, fixed and mobile plants. It applies to natural bitumen obtained from oil refineries and synthetic bitumen for coloured asphalt.

This unit applies to operators who are required to take responsibility for own outputs and follow established procedures to prepare aggregates, bitumen and other materials; set and adjust plant conditions and mix and discharge asphalt. Operators are also required to work autonomously and apply their own judgement to interpret information; monitor processes; identify and address routine and non-routine problems and control hazards.

This unit applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor.

No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Check work schedule, job specification or job card
Select correct type and quantity of aggregates and other materials
Meet all special requirements and specifications
Identify any material handling problems
Update material records
Check setup of equipment as required by specifications and standard procedures
Set and adjust plant conditions for required product
Feed aggregate to dryer at required rates
Prepare bitumen and other materials and add to mixer
Check that materials prepared match requirements
Use ancillary equipment
Mix to obtain required results
Discharge product to asphalt storage or delivery
Check and adjust settings
Make routine checks and recognise developing problems
Recognise equipment in need of maintenance or repair
Take sample and interpret test results
Take appropriate action to ensure continuing quality production
Keep area and equipment clean and in good order
Unload and shut down equipment
Respond to routine problems
Identify and rectify faults and equipment failure
Maintain records and log books of equipment operations
Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
Identify asphalt preparation hazards
Assess the risks arising from those hazards
Implement measures to control those risks

Assessment Cover Sheet

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