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

FDFOP2045A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate pumping equipment

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FDFOP2045A - Operate pumping equipment
Description This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to inspect, operate and monitor pumps and related equipment.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit has application in a food production environment. It typically targets the production worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of pumping equipment.This unit should be selected where an operator requires an understanding of the operating principles and components of pumps/the pumping system and related equipment in order to carry out work requirements.When applied to the pharmaceutical industry, relevant Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) codes apply and reference to food safety is replaced by GMP.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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: Prepare pumps for operation
  • Pre-start checks on pumps and related equipment are carried out
  • Appropriate settings are selected to meet safety and production requirements
  • Condition of pumps and related equipment is monitored and maintenance requirements are identified and reported according to workplace reporting requirements
       
Element: Monitor pump operation
  • Pumps and related equipment are started and monitored to identify variation in operating conditions
  • Corrective action is taken as required to maintain pump operation within equipment capacity and operating parameters
       
Element: Complete pump operations
  • Pumps are prepared for cleaning and/or maintenance
  • Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines
       


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

Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations.

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

Evidence of ability to:

conduct pre-start checks on pumps

start, operate, monitor and adjust pumps to achieve required quality outcomes

take corrective action in response to typical faults and inconsistencies

complete workplace records as required

apply safe work practices and identify OHS hazards and controls

safely shut down equipment

apply food safety procedures.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

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

personal protective clothing and equipment

work procedures including advice on safe work practices, food safety, quality and environmental requirements

information on equipment capacity and operating parameters

pumps, related equipment and services

materials to be pumped

routine preventative maintenance schedule as required

cleaning procedures, materials and equipment as required.

Method of assessment

This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. Examples could be:

FDFOP2004A Clean and sanitise equipment FDFOP2008A Operate a bulk liquid transfer process

FDFOP2011A Conduct routine maintenance

FDFOP2030A Operate a process control interface.

Guidance information for assessment

To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Ability to:

access workplace information to identify pumping requirements

select, fit and use personal protective clothing and/or equipment

confirm supply of materials to be pumped and necessary services

conduct pre-start checks, such as inspecting pump flanges, gaskets and seals to identify any signs of wear, checking related valve assemblies to identify any signs of leaks, cancelling isolation or lockouts as required (where pumps have variable settings, this involves selecting appropriate settings and confirming that related pipework is correctly configured for pumping requirements)

monitor and adjust pump operation as required, such as identifying variation in amperage and adjusting pump speeds/flow rates to meet pumping requirements

monitor supply and flow of materials to and from the pump

follow isolation and lock out/tag out procedures as required to take pumps and related equipment off-line in preparation for cleaning and/or maintenance within level of responsibility (preparation of equipment may include flushing or pigging related lines and pipework, and removal of faceplate)

respond to and/or report pump equipment failure within level of responsibility

locate stop and reset functions on pumps

maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

operate pumps using process control systems according to enterprise procedures

conduct routine pump maintenance according to enterprise procedures

clean pumps and related equipment according to enterprise procedures

use oral communication skills/language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation, including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification and seeking advice from supervisor

work cooperatively within a culturally diverse workforce

Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

basic operating principles of pumps and related equipment, including main pump components, status and purpose of guards, pump system configuration, including valves, taps and pipework

the effect of pumping system design on operating performance, including flow resistance, pressure and head

operating capacities of pumps used in the work area, including different pump types as required to perform pumping operations where relevant

effect of raw material characteristics on pump performance, including variables such as soluble solids, temperature and viscosity

effect of pump operating parameters on product/materials pumped

corrective action required where pump operation is outside specified operating parameters

typical equipment faults and related causes, including signs and symptoms of faulty equipment and early warning signs of potential problems

services required

isolation, lock out and tag out procedures and responsibilities

operational health and safety (OHS) hazards and controls

procedures and responsibility for reporting problems

environmental issues and controls, including action required in the event of significant leaks or spills

basic operating principles of process control where relevant, including the relationship between control panels and systems and the physical equipment

routine pump maintenance requirements and procedureswhere relevant

cleaning procedureswhere relevant

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Policies and procedures

Work is carried out according to company policies and procedures, regulatory and licensing requirements, legislative requirements, and industrial awards and agreements

Workplace information

Workplace information may include:

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

specifications

production schedules and instructions

manufacturers' advice

standard forms and reports

Pumps

Pumps may include but are not limited to:

centrifugal pumps

reciprocating or positive displacement pumps

diaphragm pumps

helical screw pumps

electrical submersible pumps

Related equipment

Related equipment may include:

valves

gauges

flow meters

pipework

screens

filters

Pump operation

Pump operation may require:

the use of process control screens and systems

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
Pre-start checks on pumps and related equipment are carried out 
Appropriate settings are selected to meet safety and production requirements 
Condition of pumps and related equipment is monitored and maintenance requirements are identified and reported according to workplace reporting requirements 
Pumps and related equipment are started and monitored to identify variation in operating conditions 
Corrective action is taken as required to maintain pump operation within equipment capacity and operating parameters 
Pumps are prepared for cleaning and/or maintenance 
Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

FDFOP2045A - Operate pumping equipment
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Assessment Record Sheet

FDFOP2045A - Operate pumping equipment

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Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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