Assessor Resource
PMAOPS309B
Operate particulates handling_storage equipment
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
The operations technician would operate the systems transporting particulates into or out of storage. This means setting up the required routing and starting and stopping conveyors/transport systems and their feeder systems (if any) to move materials from one point to another, for example, between storage units, from or into storage.
During the process the operations technician would monitor the transfer operations, and take appropriate action to keep particulates moving correctly. This could include removing blockages and preventing rat holing or bridging in hoppers/silos or other storage problems.
The operations technician would also maintain the cleanliness of the facility, along with carrying out minor maintenance according to procedures, and documenting/reporting maintenance requirements and other issues affecting the operation of the facility. At this level, the operations technician would also recognise and solve problems with the transfer or storage processes. This includes recognising indications of potential problems and taking appropriate and timely remedial action to ensure minimal loss of production time.
This competency also covers identifying and controlling hazards related to particulates handling equipment, storage facilities and surrounding areas.
For operations which do not require the managing of a complex storage facility see PMAOPS210B Operate particulates handling equipment.
This competency covers the skills needed to manage a complex storage facility. This requires the operations technician to utilise the storage capacity efficiently, and to ensure particulates are stored in the appropriate containers/areas/stock pile. The operations technician also needs to monitor the quality and quantity of stock held in each.
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