Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to work with effluent disposal equipment
- Work to be undertaken is interpreted from 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.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risk assessed and suitable controls implemented.
- Suitable personal protective equipment 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 effluent storage and disposal system
- Organisational OHS procedures, practices, policies and precautions are observed and followed, including the use of personal protective equipment.
- Effluent removal and disposal equipment is correctly serviced and maintained.
- Effluent disposal systems are used according to system design in compliance with approval granted by local government and State environment protection authority.
- When liquid effluent storages are used, recognised techniques for irrigation are carried out according to establishment practice.
- In-shed effluent pits are flushed and drained as required.
- When effluent is composted, turning is done in accordance with establishment practice, State environment protection authority recommendations, and OHS procedures.
- Monitor effluent disposal system
- Organisational OHS procedures, practices, policies and precautions are observed and followed, including the use of personal protective equipment.
- Flow rates, pit levels, compost temperatures and equipment are regularly checked to maintain effective operation of the system.
- Cleaning procedures and hygiene practice are carried out according to established practice.
- Monitoring reflects an understanding of the 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.