8) This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. Evidence must show that knowledge has been acquired of safe working practices and basic generation plant inspections. All knowledge and skills detailed in this unit should be contextualised to current industry practices and technologies. KS01-PO209B Electrical Generation Plant Inspections - basic Evidence shall show an understanding of how to inspect electrical generation plant equipment to an extent indicated by the following aspects: T1 Accessing historical records T2 Instruction sheets, including: Enterprise, state or national standards Enterprise-specific work instructions or job sheets Manufacturers’ operating instructions and manuals Plant drawings Equipment checklists T3 Perform inspection of plant equipment associated with electricity generating plants by use of sight, sound and smell. Types of equipment includes: i. pipe work ii. valves and fittings iii. pumps iv. photovoltaic panels v. solar collectors vi. wind turbines vii. chemical and water treatment processes viii. instrumentation and process control ix. civil, electrical, thermal and mechanical works x. DC supplies xi. security equipment xii. fire prevention and fire management equipment xiii. data recorders xiv. compressed air systems xv. environmental containment systems xvi. general purpose lighting xvii. communication systems telephones public address systems emergency warning systems and alarms Checks include: i. general condition ii. corrosion iii. correct positioning and settings iv. leaks water steam oil air v. noise and vibration vi. odours vii. housekeeping viii. availability and condition of personal protective equipment (PPE) ix. availability of spares x. availability of procedure manuals (including emergency procedures) T4 Health, Safety and Environment practices and procedures, including: Risk assessment Control of hazards Identification and correct use of personal protective equipment Compliance with ‘Permit-to-Work’ requirements and equipment isolation procedures Emergency procedures Operation of plant equipment according to Legislative requirements, Regulations and Codes of Practice applicable to the industry. |