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 wells/gathering systems |
| 1.6 | Note any outstanding/incomplete work |
| 1.7 | Check operational status of wells/gathering systems |
| 1.8 | Determine appropriate route/schedule for day's work |
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2 | Complete site equipment checks | 2.1 | Check equipment condition and operation |
| 2.2 | Check required levels |
| 2.3 | Top up levels as required |
| 2.4 | Complete logs and reports as required |
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3 | Use well control systems as required | 3.1 | Check well control systems validity |
| 3.2 | Perform other required well control system tasks |
| 3.3 | Complete logs and reports as required |
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4 | Take required readings | 4.1 | Complete all required readings for site |
| 4.2 | Compare all read values with the desired range |
| 4.3 | Compare read values with previous log sheet values |
| 4.4 | Complete logs and reports as required |
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5 | Complete required lease maintenance | 5.1 | Inspect lease area for items requiring action |
| 5.2 | Complete required lease maintenance actions |
| 5.3 | Complete logs and reports as required |
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6 | Finalise shift activities | 6.1 | Complete shift tasks as appropriate |
| 6.2 | Ensure identified faults are correctly logged/reported for action |
| 6.3 | Ensure incomplete tasks are scheduled for follow-up |
| 6.4 | Ensure all logs and reports are complete and understood |
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:
undertake checks, inspections and readings according to procedures
recognise early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems
convey information relevant to the operation clearly and effectively
identify hazards and apply hazard control procedures
complete workplace forms.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
geology relevant to the wells (e.g. coal seam gas (CSG) formation, structure and completions, and coal type and structure)
well design and construction
physics and chemistry relevant to the unit and the processes used
hydrate formation
free flow and pumped wells
pumping principles
gas flow principles
gas/water separation principles
draining and venting requirements
routine problems, faults and typical causes
process parameters and limits (e.g. temperature, pressure and flow)
static electricity and earthing
relevant environmental and heritage requirements
protective systems
remote terminal unit, functions, operation and problems
hierarchy of control
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.
Co-assessment with the following unit should be considered:
PMASUP236 Operate vehicles in the field
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 monitoring 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
industrybased 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