Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to work with dairy waste disposal equipment
- Work to be undertaken is interpreted from the work program where necessary, and confirmed with management.
- Discussions are held with other workers who may be affected by the maintenance activities to ensure continued smooth operation of the production process.
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls implemented.
- Suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected, used and maintained.
- Tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken are selected, checked, and maintained if necessary.
- Maintain and operate a dairy waste storage and disposal system
- Organisational OHS procedures, practices, policies and precautions are observed and followed, including the use of PPE.
- Dairy waste removal and disposal equipment is correctly serviced and maintained.
- Dairy waste disposal systems are used according to system design in compliance with approval granted by local government and the State environment protection authority.
- Recognised techniques for irrigation from dairy waste storages are carried out according to establishment practice.
- In-shed dairy waste pits are flushed and drained as required.
- Monitor dairy waste disposal system
- Organisational OHS procedures, practices, policies and precautions are observed and followed, including the use of personal protective equipment.
- Flow rates, pit levels and equipment are regularly checked to maintain effective operation of the system.
- Cleaning procedures and hygiene practices are carried out according to established practice.
- Monitoring reflects an understanding of environmental duty of care.
- Conduct hygiene and administration activities
- Equipment is cleaned in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, organisational procedures and regulations.
- Attachments and other ancillary equipment are cleaned and stored in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, organisational procedures and regulations.
- All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the operations are disposed of safely and appropriately.
- All required records and documentation are completed accurately and promptly in accordance with organisational requirements.