Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AHCCOM301A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AHCCOM301A - Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment
Description This unit covers the process of operating compost processing plant, machinery and equipment to prepare raw materials in order to produce compost products and defines the standard required to: select and use various features and controls of a range of plant, machinery and equipment; implement work and equipment maintenance plans; determine appropriate operating methods; monitor input materials and report non-conformances; monitor outputs and report out-of-specification product; perform shutdown procedures; maintain records.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit requires some discretion, judgement and limited supervision. This work is likely to be performed as a part of a team.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Composting
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Organise plant, machinery and equipment operations
  • Job sheet or work order is reviewed to clearly identify operating requirements.
  • Equipment, materials and personnel requirements for safe, effective and efficient operation are identified and organised.
  • Suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing are selected, used, maintained and stored according to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.
       
Element: Prepare plant, machinery and equipment for use
  • Service log is checked to ensure service requirements have been
  • Communication equipment, safety devices, lighting and alarm systems are checked for correct operation according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise and statutory requirements.
  • Routine pre-operational checks are carried out to enterprise requirements and manufacturer specifications.
  • Operational systems are checked and calibrated for correct operation according to enterprise requirements and manufacturer specifications.
  • Faulty plant, machinery or equipment is identified, safety tagged and reported promptly according to enterprise requirements.
  • OHS hazards associated with plant, machinery and equipment operation are identified, and risk is assessed and handled according to enterprise requirements.
  • Environmental implications associated with operations are identified, assessed and reported according to enterprise requirements.
       
Element: Start and operate plant, machinery and equipment
  • Operational area is checked and personnel in that area are informed of initiation of operation.
  • Plant, machinery and equipment are started up using correct sequence and according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise requirements.
  • Plant, machinery and equipment are operated in a safe and controlled manner according to manufacturer specifications and monitored for performance and efficiency.
  • Input materials are monitored and non-conformances clearly identified and handled according to enterprise requirements.
  • Processing outputs are monitored and adjustments to plant operation are made to meet job specifications.
  • Out-of-specification product or process outcomes are identified, rectified and reported to maintain the process within specification.
       
Element: Shut down plant, machinery and equipment
  • Plant, machinery and equipment shut-down procedures are carried out to manufacturer specifications and enterprise requirements.
  • Routine maintenance of plant, machinery and equipment is carried out to remove debris and contaminants and to ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Plant, machinery and equipment are cleaned, secured and stored according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise requirements.
  • Unsafe plant, machinery or equipment is tagged or locked.
       
Element: Maintain records
  • Plant, machinery and equipment operational records are maintained accurately and promptly according to enterprise requirements.
  • Required maintenance, damage, malfunctions or irregular performance, and unsafe plant, machinery or equipment are recorded and/or reported according to enterprise requirements.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

select and use various features and controls of a range of plant, machinery and equipment

implement work and equipment maintenance plans

determine appropriate operating methods

monitor input materials and report non-conformances

monitor outputs and report out-of-specification product

perform shutdown procedures and maintain records.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

basic computer and software skills

demonstrating safe and environmentally responsible workplace practices

identifying and handling raw materials and contaminants

operating plant, machinery and equipment according to manufacturer specifications and OHS standards

using emergency and personal protective equipment

use literacy skills to read, interpret and follow organisational policies and procedures, follow sequenced written instructions, record accurately and legible information collected and select and apply procedures for a range of tasks

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation, including questioning techniques, active listening, clarifying information and consulting with supervisors as required

use numeracy skills to estimate, calculate and record routine workplace measures

use interpersonal skills to work with and relate to people from a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities.

Required knowledge

enterprise guidelines associated with operation of plant, machinery and equipment

environmental licenses, impacts and procedures identification of contaminants

lock-out and tag-out procedures for plant, machinery and equipment

manufacturer specifications for servicing of plant, machinery and equipment

operating principles and operating methods for plant, machinery and equipment

potential risks and hazards associated with operation of plant, machinery and equipment

principles of weight distribution with regard to load-shifting and machinery movement

procedures for cleaning, securing and storing machinery, equipment and materials

product types and characteristics

raw material types and characteristics

relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice with regard to operator licensing, roads and traffic requirements

relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice with regard to workplace OHS and the use and control of hazardous substances, such as fuel and recipe inputs

OHS legislation, codes of practice and specific hazards such as hazardous substances and exposure to organic micro particles.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

Types of machinery and equipment may include:

machinery and equipment used to prepare raw materials in order to produce compost products.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Job sheet or work order is reviewed to clearly identify operating requirements. 
Equipment, materials and personnel requirements for safe, effective and efficient operation are identified and organised. 
Suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing are selected, used, maintained and stored according to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements. 
Service log is checked to ensure service requirements have been 
Communication equipment, safety devices, lighting and alarm systems are checked for correct operation according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise and statutory requirements. 
Routine pre-operational checks are carried out to enterprise requirements and manufacturer specifications. 
Operational systems are checked and calibrated for correct operation according to enterprise requirements and manufacturer specifications. 
Faulty plant, machinery or equipment is identified, safety tagged and reported promptly according to enterprise requirements. 
OHS hazards associated with plant, machinery and equipment operation are identified, and risk is assessed and handled according to enterprise requirements. 
Environmental implications associated with operations are identified, assessed and reported according to enterprise requirements. 
Operational area is checked and personnel in that area are informed of initiation of operation. 
Plant, machinery and equipment are started up using correct sequence and according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise requirements. 
Plant, machinery and equipment are operated in a safe and controlled manner according to manufacturer specifications and monitored for performance and efficiency. 
Input materials are monitored and non-conformances clearly identified and handled according to enterprise requirements. 
Processing outputs are monitored and adjustments to plant operation are made to meet job specifications. 
Out-of-specification product or process outcomes are identified, rectified and reported to maintain the process within specification. 
Plant, machinery and equipment shut-down procedures are carried out to manufacturer specifications and enterprise requirements. 
Routine maintenance of plant, machinery and equipment is carried out to remove debris and contaminants and to ensure safe and efficient operation. 
Plant, machinery and equipment are cleaned, secured and stored according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise requirements. 
Unsafe plant, machinery or equipment is tagged or locked. 
Plant, machinery and equipment operational records are maintained accurately and promptly according to enterprise requirements. 
Required maintenance, damage, malfunctions or irregular performance, and unsafe plant, machinery or equipment are recorded and/or reported according to enterprise requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

AHCCOM301A - Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment
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Assessment Record Sheet

AHCCOM301A - Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment

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