Assessor Resource

RIIPRO302A
Perform process control room operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit is appropriate for those working in processing plant operator roles, at worksites within:

Coal mining

Extractive industries

Metalliferous mining

This unit covers the performance process control room operations in the mining and extractive industries. It includes: planning and preparing for operations; performing start-up operations; monitoring and managing operations; conducting housekeeping activities; shutting down in sequence and/or isolating plant and equipment.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Co-Requisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for performing process control room operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient performing of process control room operations

working with others to undertake control room operations that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely performing of process control room operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to perform process control room operations

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to perform process control room operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

identify hazards

handle hazardous goods

interpret plans, reports, specifications

apply operations monitoring techniques

apply problem solving techniques

apply defects reporting procedures

apply safe work practices

use computer and database management systems

apply operational safety requirements

access, interpret and apply technical information

applying the plant operating procedures

apply production and equipment records maintenance requirements

apply diagnostic techniques

work wearing personal protective equipment

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to perform process control room operations:

colour codes (e.g. pipes)

contaminant identification

emergency procedures

environmental procedures

equipment processes, limitations and operating parameters

distribution control system operation

equipment safety requirements

function of plant

hazardous goods procedures and consequences of spills

identifying repair requirements

isolation procedures

metallurgical and technical data (basic)

occupational health and safety procedures

operational procedures and checks

optimal plant capacity and throughput

physical layout of plant

shutdown procedures

site procedures

site safety requirements

start-up and shutdown procedures

wet and dry working procedures

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation

may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Personnel may include:

operators

transport

maintenance

plant attendants

Equipment may include:

communication devices

computers and database management system accessories

desks and chairs

monitors

power controls

touch pad

Environmental issues may include:

drainage

dust and fumes

emissions

hazardous chemicals

noise

run-off

spills

waste management and disposal

water quality

Start-up checks may include:

availability of equipment

detection of conditions that are unusual

job requirements

personnel availability

levels

pressures

flows

vibration

communications

agitators

cameras and monitoring

interlocks

distribution control system

launders

hydraulic systems

pumps and pumping systems

screen, pipe, valve

valves

visual and audible warning devices and lights

suppression systems

motors

availability of oxygen and blower and plant air

cooling water supply

fans and draft systems

Monitoring may include:

blockages and spillages

feed rates

overloads

pressures

power draw

wear and tear

emissions

levels

temperatures

moisture content

on-stream analysis (OSA)

filtering

corrosion

Equipment indicator readings may include:

current

flow

levels

pressure

weight

speed

unusual noises

vibrations

Equipment and plant cleaning methods may include:

cleaning agents and chemicals

dusting

mopping

screen cleaning

vacuuming

wiping

Post shutdown checks are like pre-start checks. Inspections may include:

distribution control system (panel)

equipment fluid levels

isolations (electronic)

light positioning and cleanliness

pages through equipment

personal proximity

possible faults and problems

safety equipment

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the performance process control room operations 
Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details 
Establish and maintain communications with other personnel using approved communication methods 
Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Identify, address and report potential risks and hazards 
Complete computer systems and equipment pre-start checks 
Identify, address and report environmental issues 
Check records and record outstanding maintenance inspections and identified defects 
Confirm plant readiness for operation 
Carry out start-up checks and procedures according to plant configurations and system requirements 
Start-up individual plant and process and entire system 
Build production rate steadily with no surges and lulls 
Stabilise plant operation to meet process output and quality requirements 
Monitor and manage processing utilising appropriate indicators for safe and efficient operations 
Read and interpret data from equipment indicators, programmable logic and SCADA, and take action where required to maintain operations according to operating parameters 
Identify, manage and report faults to appropriate personnel in a timely manner 
Coordinate support personnel to ensure continuity of process 
Manage material flow within specified parameters 
Respond to alarms to, investigates conditions, and takes corrective action 
Complete all required documentation clearly, concisely and on time 
Pass on shift changeover details to oncoming shift 
Maintain and clean control room ensuring work area is free of obstructions 
Report hazards to maintain a safe working environment 
Shutdown or isolate plant and equipment based on process or safety requirements 
Perform post shutdown or isolation checks 

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