Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare the equipment for production
- Conduct equipment pre-startup procedure and visual checks according to enterprise procedures
- Set up and configure equipment startup function in accordance with procedures/work instructions
- Ensure appropriate presetting period has been observed
- Load mould (containing green concrete product) onto transfer car and move to steam chamber in accordance with procedures/work instructions
- Cover mould as specified
- Close and secure the steam chamber in accordance with procedures/work instructions
- Operate equipment
- Monitor and record operation
- Monitor equipment performance in accordance with work instructions and manufacturer's specifications
- Monitor operating pressures and temperatures
- Ensure the rate at which the concrete temperature increases is even, and that it doesn't exceed maximum temperature specified
- Adjust and control equipment to ensure correct product quality
- Complete appropriate records and logs
- Rectify routine problems
- Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
- Determine and rectify fault causes by procedures/work instructions
- Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
- Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures/work instructions
- Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
- Shut down equipment
- Shut down steam and depressurise chamber in accordance with work instructions
- Allow product to cool gradually and evenly
- Open the chamber and discharge cured product
- Complete appropriate records and logs
- Ensure transfer cars are clear of all product and left ready for reuse
- Shut down equipment in an emergency situation
- Prepare equipment for maintenance
- Control hazards