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 | Prepare for work | 1.1 | Receive and give shift handover |
| 1.2 | Identify work requirements |
| 1.3 | Identify and control hazards |
| 1.4 | Coordinate with appropriate personnel |
| 1.5 | Check for recent work undertaken on pipeline |
| 1.6 | Note any outstanding/incomplete work |
| 1.7 | Check operational status of pipeline and its components |
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2 | Plan and organise for activities | 2.1 | Obtain tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the work and check for correct operation and safety |
| 2.2 | Check operational area to ensure that hazards are controlled |
| 2.3 | Conduct required safety checks and pre-start checks of the equipment |
| 2.4 | Determine status of the system through communication with relevant personnel prior to commencing start-up |
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3 | Start up/shut down the system | 3.1 | Start up the system in accordance with procedures |
| 3.2 | Shut down in accordance with procedures and conditions |
| 3.3 | Apply emergency shutdown procedures when appropriate |
| 3.4 | Maintain records/reports to procedures |
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4 | Monitor the system | 4.1 | Monitor operating conditions of equipment through condition monitoring systems, gauge levels, temperatures and flow indicators in order to determine performance of equipment and system |
| 4.2 | Adjust systems for the most efficient operation |
| 4.3 | Identify equipment faults through inspection and testing of the operational equipment |
| 4.4 | Take appropriate action |
| 4.5 | Communicate pipeline system information to relevant personnel |
| 4.6 | Select and apply emergency response when required |
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5 | Isolate and de-isolate pipeline or components | 5.1 | Isolate pipeline and components |
| 5.2 | Make safe for required work |
| 5.3 | Check pipeline/component is ready to be returned to service |
| 5.4 | De-isolate pipeline/component |
| 5.5 | Prepare plant for return to service |
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6 | Record and report results | 6.1 | Document and record maintenance results to procedures |
| 6.2 | Notify work completion to procedures |
| 6.3 | Cancel where appropriate permit to work and sign-off at completion of repair |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include the ability to:
apply pre-start, start-up and shutdown procedures
use instrumentation and inspections to monitor operating conditions and test results
operate equipment to meet specifications
recognise early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems
determine the most likely cause of routine problems
take appropriate action to ensure a timely return to full performance
isolate and de-isolate equipment
identify hazards and apply hazard control procedures.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
station instrumentation, condition monitoring and metering equipment
principles of operation and purpose of gas analysis equipment, valves, actuators and flanges, vessels/filtration equipment and power supplies
process parameters and limits, such as temperature and pressure, relevant alarms and actions
layout of piping systems, sumps and drains
routine problems, faults and their resolution
plant process idiosyncrasies
all items on a schematic of the plant item and the function of each
correct methods of starting, stopping, operating and controlling process
hazards that may arise in the job/work environment, and:
their possible causes
potential consequences
appropriate risk controls.
The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.
The collection of performance evidence:
should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operation of an operating plant
will typically include a supervisor/third-party report or other evidence, focusing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency
must include the use of an appropriate industrial item of equipment requiring demonstration of operation, start-up and shutdown procedures and responding to problems
may use industry-based simulation for part only of the unit where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.
Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:
walk-throughs
pilot plant operation
demonstration of skills
industry-based case studies/scenarios
‘what ifs’.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.
The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
In addition, the assessor or anyone acting in subject matter expert role in assessment must demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they must assess with a subject matter expert who does meet these requirements.
Technical competence can be demonstrated through one or more of:
relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment
appropriate workplace experience undertaking the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions
appropriate workplace experience supervising/evaluating the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions
Currency can be demonstrated through one or more of:
being currently employed undertaking the type of work being assessed
being employed by the organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed and having maintained currency in accordance with that organisation’s policies and procedures
having consulted/had contact with an organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed within the last twelve months, the consultation/contact being related to assessment
conducting on the job training/assessments of the type of work being assessed
being an active member of a relevant professional body and participating in activities relevant to the assessment of this type of work.