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 furnace system |
| 1.6 | Note any outstanding/incomplete work |
| 1.7 | Check operational status of furnace system |
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2 | Operate the furnace system in accordance with procedures | 2.1 | Describe the type of furnace, the component plant items and their duties |
| 2.2 | Complete routine checks, logs and paperwork taking action on unexpected readings |
| 2.3 | Change rate, grade or specification smoothly |
| 2.4 | Manage changes smoothly and in a timely manner to minimise off grade as a result of a transition |
| 2.5 | Adjust furnace and its component plant items as appropriate to their type and duty to maximise performance |
| 2.6 | Monitor condition of catalyst (if any) and take action to maintain production schedule and quality |
| 2.7 | Monitor availability of feeds and take action to maintain production schedule and quality |
| 2.8 | Trim plant to achieve required rates and quality while maximising plant efficiency |
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3 | Diagnose and take action on abnormal situations in accordance with procedures | 3.1 | Monitor furnace and its component plant items frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and senses as appropriate |
| 3.2 | Describe impacts of any changes upstream and downstream |
| 3.3 | Recognise actual and developing situations which may require action |
| 3.4 | Apply operational knowledge to resolve problems |
| 3.5 | Take other actions on abnormal situations which cannot be resolved during the shift to ensure safety and the resolution of the situation |
| 3.6 | Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred |
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4 | Isolate and de-isolate furnace and its component plant items | 4.1 | Complete any required pre-start checks |
| 4.2 | Start up/shut down furnace according to the furnace type and duty in liaison with other personnel |
| 4.3 | Start up/shut down/changeover component plant items within unit according to their type and duty in liaison with other personnel |
| 4.4 | Build production rate steadily with no surges or lulls and bring to stable, in specification operation within minimum time |
| 4.5 | Isolate entire furnace system and/or any component plant item |
| 4.6 | Make safe for required work |
| 4.7 | Check furnace/plant item is ready to be returned to service |
| 4.8 | De-isolate and prepare furnace/plant item for return to service |
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:
use data and own senses to monitor plant and maximise performance
perform pre-start checks, start-up/shutdown, and isolations and de-isolations
apply process knowledge to monitor and predict the need for adjustments to system components
predict impact of a change in one unit/area on other plant units/areas and take appropriate action
identify hazards and risks and apply risk control procedures
identify early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems
resolve routine and non-routine problems.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
all items on a schematic of the furnace system and functions of each
principles of operation of plant/equipment, including combustion principles, draft, burner design, excess air/flue CO/CO2, and flame patterns/flame impingement
process-specific science (physics, chemistry and biochemistry) to the level of being able to interpret the science and extract factors controlling the process and product and by-product production rate and quality (e.g. for chemistry interpret the equation for factors controlling rate and yield and also interfering reactions, such as by-products)
methods of changing production rate and process variables
impact of external factors (e.g. variations in weather)
interactions between plant items/processes
systems’ operating parameters, integrity limits, product specifications and tolerances, such as temperature, pressure, flow and pH
function and troubleshooting of major components and their 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.
The collection of performance evidence:
should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operations
will typically include a supervisor/third-party report 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 industrial style furnace causing a reaction
may use industry-based simulation for all or part of the unit particularly 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.