The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:

select and apply sampling and testing procedures

collect data from recording systems

operate and control chemical dosing

use equipment such as listed in the range of variables

apply relevant enterprise and legislative requirements

Consistency in performance

Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:

organising work

completing tasks

identifying improvements

using workplace practices

using OHS practices

recording and reporting accidents and incidents

assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes

recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions

completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications

Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including

work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace

practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment

Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated

environment.

Interdependent Assessment

This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other

relevant units.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit

Demonstrates knowledge of:

industry process and equipment

system hydraulics and layout, control systems

chemical dosing processes

hazardous material handling procedures

safety and environmental aspects of relevant testing processes

workplace procedures and reporting processes

OHS practices, including hazard identification and control measures

quality practices

recording and reporting practices

Demonstrates skills to:

solve operational problems

prepare and apply chemical and biological dosing

sample and test products

maintain accurate records of test results/work records

communicate effectively within the workplace

interpret and apply established procedures

document, assess and transfer information

read, interpret and follow information on work specifications, standard operating procedures and work instructions and other reference material

maintain accurate records

sequence operations

meet specifications

clarify and check task-related information

carry out work according to OHS practices

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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislative/regulatory requirements

All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.

Process may include:

chemical precipitation, activated sludge, BOD reduction and solids handling

Data may include:

plant performance data and chemical usage

Tests may include:

settling tests, pH, dissolved oxygen

System adjustments may include:

pH correction and dissolved oxygen levels

Equipment may include:

electronic monitoring and metering systems

manual chart recording systems

laboratory testing and sampling equipment

computerised equipment

OHS practices

OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:

manual handling techniques

standard operating procedures

personal protective equipment

safe materials handling

taking of rest breaks

ergonomic arrangement of workplaces

following marked walkways

safe storage of equipment

housekeeping

reporting accidents and incidents

other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise