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 | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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 section. |
1. Plan and prepare for work | 1.1 Determine work requirements. 1.2 Select and check equipment to meet safety requirements of task and site. 1.3 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment. |
2. Operate and control process | 2.1 Carry out routine inspection on assets. 2.2 Collect process samples. 2.3 Carry out routine tests. 2.4 Prepare samples for laboratory testing. 2.5 Identify and report process faults and operational condition of assets. 2.6 Carry out basic process adjustments to enhance process performance. 2.7 Monitor processes to maintain parameters of operation. |
3. Complete documentation | 3.1 Collect and record and complete process data. 3.2 Identify data that falls outside normal parameters and report for further action. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. The candidate must be assessed in at least one of the processes listed in the Range of Conditions. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on least one occasion.
identifying and reporting faults
conducting routine plant inspections on asset conditions
taking samples and performing basic tests, including at least one of:
jar testing
odour analysis
UV274
applying basic process formulae including at least one of:
dosage (PAC)
empty bed contact time
bed expansion
backwash flow rates (BAC, GAC)
making basic process adjustments according to instructions including at least one of:
dosage
flow rate
detention time (PAC)
backwash flow rate
backwash frequency
process flow rate (BAC, GAC)
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
risk factors and potential hazards associated with activated carbon
adsorption principles
principles that form the basis of activated carbon processes
water quality characteristics
TOC, DOC, AOC, BDOC
features and components of activated carbon including feeders
Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.