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 | Produce oil and gas | 1.1 | Control and direct flows to meet demand requirements |
| 1.2 | Utilise process control instrumentation to produce oil and gas |
| 1.3 | Liaise with other services and contractors during the production phase |
| 1.4 | Collect, interpret, correlate and report or communicate selected data |
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2 | Conduct flow measurement | 2.1 | Apply appropriate mathematical formulae and formats to determine product volumes |
| 2.2 | Collect and utilise appropriate production data to determine product flows |
| 2.3 | Analyse historical data and records to monitor and determine well performance |
| 2.4 | Calculate production figures and targets, and apply this data to all functions related to this competency |
| 2.5 | Take action required by procedures |
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3 | Monitor well and associated production equipment | 3.1 | Monitor operational condition and efficiencies of equipment |
| 3.2 | Implement corrosion control procedures for all equipment to maintain its operating integrity |
| 3.3 | Conduct inspections of instrumentation equipment |
| 3.4 | Take action required by procedures |
| 3.5 | Liaise with maintenance operations to determine and prioritise any required maintenance |
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4 | Transfer product | 4.1 | Separate products into their respective product groupings |
| 4.2 | Treat all excess separation process wastewater, utilising the appropriate chemical and disposal techniques |
| 4.3 | Transfer product to appropriate location for future processing or sale |
| 4.4 | Maintain all well logs and records as required |
| 4.5 | Monitor transfer and take action required by procedures |
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5 | Isolate and de-isolate well management equipment | 5.1 | Complete any required pre-start checks |
| 5.2 | Start up/shut down well management equipment according to its type and duty in liaison with other personnel |
| 5.3 | Start up/shut down/changeover component plant items within unit according to their type and duty in liaison with other personnel |
| 5.4 | Isolate entire well management system and/or any component plant item |
| 5.5 | Make safe for required work |
| 5.6 | Check well management equipment/plant item is ready to be returned to service |
| 5.7 | De-isolate and prepare well management equipment/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:
monitor product and equipment and take action to maximise performance
perform pre-start checks, start-up/shutdown procedures, and isolations and de-isolations
identify early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems
resolve non-routine problems
identify hazards and risks and apply risk control procedures.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
all items on a schematic of the production unit and functions of each
principles of operation of plant/equipment, including well design and construction, fluid dynamics and statics, natural gas and oil characteristics, and reservoir management and characteristics
interactions between plant items/processes
systems’ operating parameters, integrity limits, product specifications and tolerances, flange, pressure and temperature ratings, product temperature, pressure and flow
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, including static electricity principles, corrosion control and chemical handling, environmental aspects and conditions, and hydrate formation
basis of the process used in the well operation
impact of external factors (e.g. variations in weather and feed)
isolation procedures
emergency shutdown procedures
function and troubleshooting of major components, their problems and the resolution to these 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 well allowing preparation and operation
may use industry-based simulation for part only 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.