Assessor Resource
PMAOPS207B
Operate powered separation equipment
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This competency is typically performed by all operators. The operator would typically start up and shut down separation equipment to procedures, and make adjustments to flow rate and pressure, depending on the type of separation equipment.
Generally the operator would be part of a team during start up and shut down procedures and would be expected to be capable of demonstrating competence in all parts of this unit. At all times they would be liaising and cooperating with other members of the team
This unit does not cover stand alone, non-powered dual phase separation equipment or chemical separation equipment, which are covered by the following competencies:
PMAOPS206B Operate separation equipment
PMAOPS208B Operate chemical separation equipment
This competency covers the operation of powered dual phase separation equipment including centrifuges, scraped filters, rotary vacuum filters and the like. This type of equipment is found in many process manufacturing plants.
It also includes solving problems with separation processes and the equipment, including the driver powering the separation equipment (eg electric motor).
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