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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to operate the powerhouse
   • Personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and used
   • Run warm up sequence of turbines and alternator/s in preparation for handover from local powerhouse to powerhouse consul
2. Monitor powerhouse operation
   • Powerhouse output is monitored against site requirements
   • Equipment is monitored to confirm operating condition
   • The workplace meets housekeeping standards
3. Analyse and respond to abnormal performance
   • Operating data and plant operating conditions are analysed to identify causes of abnormal performance
   • Corrective action is taken in accordance with workplace procedures in response to OHS hazards and abnormal plant performance
   • Emergency procedures are implemented as required according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's recommendations
4. Handover powerhouse operation
   • Workplace records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements and workplace procedures
   • Handover is carried out according to workplace procedure
   • Powerhouse operators are aware of powerhouse status and related equipment at completion of handover
5. Shutdown the powerhouse
   • The powerhouse is shut down according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's recommendations
   • The powerhouse is prepared for storage in shut down mode
   • Maintenance requirements are identified and reported

Required Skills

Not applicable

Evidence Required

The assessment process must address all of the following items of evidence

Ability to

Access workplace information on power requirements

Select fit and use personal protective clothing andor equipment

Confirm that turbines and alternators are ready for warm upoperation

Conduct warm up sequence

Liaise with electrician as required to synchronise with external power supply

Handover control to operating consul

Liaise with other work areas to advise of powerhouse status

Demonstrate run up procedures in both manual and automatic modes

Monitor powerhouse operation This typically includes monitoring

bearing temperature

steam pressure

speeds

oil flows

power factor

voltage

power frequency

equipment condition including noise and vibration

Take corrective action in response to abnormal or unacceptable performance

Report andor record corrective action as required

Demonstrate shift handover procedure and confirm that replacement operators are aware of equipment status and operating requirements prior to completing handover

Demonstrate emergency trip procedure and related restart

Record operating information

Maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

Knowledge of

Relevant state OHS legislation standards and codes of practice relating to work responsibilities

Safe work procedures including awareness of health and safety hazards related to powerhouse operation and associated control measures Hazards typically include working around hot surfaces manual handling fuel and steam leaks

Hierarchy of hazard control measures

Purpose and limitations of protective clothing and equipment

Purpose and basic principles of power generation This includes the impact of out of range frequency voltage on equipment operation

Site procedures for the import and export of power

Operating principles of powerhouse and instrumentation components purpose and operation This includes the requirement to bar over alternators on start up shut down and emergency stops

Basic operating principles of process control where relevant This includes the relationship between control panels and systems and the physical equipment

Layout of powerhouse including location of overload protection equipmentswitches

Methods used to render equipment safe to inspect maintain andor clean including lockout tagout and isolation procedures

Operating requirements and parameters

Procedures for responding to emergency situations This includes safe shutdown procedure

Handover and long term shut down and storage procedures

Environmental issues and controls This can include controlling oil spillages

Housekeeping standards for the work area

Reporting and recording systems This includes both statutory and workplace requirements

May include

Cleaning procedures

Relationship with other standards

Prerequisite units

The prerequisite for this competency standard is

SUGPOTBA Operate a turbine

Coassessment of related units

Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit

Resources required for assessment

Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to

Turbine with an attached alternator

Relevant codes and standards

Operating procedures and related advice on equipment operation

Personal protective clothing and equipment

Communication systems and equipment

Housekeeping standards and procedures

Assessment requirements

For information on how to assess this competency standard and who can assess refer to the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

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Range Statement

The range statement indicates the context for demonstrating competence. This statement is a guide and unless otherwise indicated, items may or may not apply as required by the work context.

Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, manufacturer's recommendations, legislative requirements, codes of practice and industrial awards and agreements. Codes of practice may include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice

Workplace information can include Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manufacturer's specifications

This role is typically carried out in liaison with an electrician

This unit applies to both continuous and short term operation and requires demonstration of start up and shut down procedures after a prolonged break

Equipment includes turbines with attached alternators

Services may include steam, water, mill and instrumentation air and power

Operation and monitoring of equipment and processes typically requires the use of control panels and systems

Work may require the ability to work within a team environment

Information systems may be print or instrumentation based

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