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

PMAOPS236 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Monitor continuous process plant

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PMAOPS236 - Monitor continuous process plant
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to monitor continuous process plant as part of an operational team. The operator will be required to identify requirements for the shift, monitor a plant/plant area, log and interpret readings and observations, take specified actions under identified circumstances, and complete documentation.This unit of competency applies to an individual who may work alone although under the routine direction and supervision of a person who is competent to undertake the complete operation of the plant/plant area. They may work as part of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The unit should be assessed holistically and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.

The collection of performance evidence:

should occur over a range of situations which include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operation of an operating plant

will typically include a supervisor/third-party report or other evidence, focusing on consistent performance and problem recognition and solving. A supervisor/third-party report must be prepared by someone who has a direct, relevant, current relationship with the person being assessed and who is in a position to form a judgement on workplace performance relevant to the unit of competency

must use an appropriate industrial item of equipment requiring demonstration of monitoring and responding to problems

may use industry-based simulation for part only of the unit (typically problem solving) where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue.

Assessment should occur in operational workplace situations. Where this is not possible, or where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment must occur in a sufficiently rigorous simulated environment reflecting realistic operational workplace conditions. This must cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment in a simulated environment should use evidence collected from one or more of:

walk-throughs

pilot plant operation

demonstration of skills

industry-based case studies/scenarios and/or ‘what ifs’.

Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.

Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.

The regulatory framework will be reflected in workplace policies and procedures and is not required to be independently assessed.

Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.

In addition the assessor or anyone acting in subject matter expert role in assessment shall demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they shall assess with a subject matter expert who does meet these requirements.

Technical competence can be demonstrated through one or more of:

relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment

appropriate workplace experience undertaking the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

appropriate workplace experience supervising/ evaluating the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions

Currency can be demonstrated through one or more of:

being currently employed undertaking the type of work being assessed

being employed by the organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed and having maintained currency in accordance with that organisation’s policies and procedures

having consulted/had contact with an organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed within the last twelve months, the consultation/contact being related to assessment

conducting on-the-job training/assessments of the type of work being assessed

being an active member of a relevant professional body and participating in activities relevant to the assessment of this type of work.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Operations
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 for work
  • Receive and give shift handover
  • Identify work requirements
  • Identify and control hazards
  • Coordinate with appropriate personnel
  • Check for recent work undertaken on plant item
  • Note any outstanding/incomplete work
  • Check operational status of plant and equipment in work area
       
Element: Monitor plant in work area
  • Identify the type and duty of plant item
  • Complete routine checks
  • Monitor plant item and plant area frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and senses as appropriate
  • Complete logs and paperwork
  • Identify impacts on the plant of any changes upstream and downstream of the plant
  • Identify upstream and downstream impacts of any changes on the plant
       
Element: Take action in accordance with procedures
  • Communicate observations
  • Recognise situations which may require action
  • Make required adjustments to plant/process appropriate to the type of plant and its duty
  • Resolve routine problems
  • Take appropriate actions on other abnormal situations to make safe and have the situation resolved
       


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Receive and give shift handover

1.2

Identify work requirements

1.3

Identify and control hazards

1.4

Coordinate with appropriate personnel

1.5

Check for recent work undertaken on plant item

1.6

Note any outstanding/incomplete work

1.7

Check operational status of plant and equipment in work area

2

Monitor plant in work area

2.1

Identify the type and duty of plant item

2.2

Complete routine checks

2.3

Monitor plant item and plant area frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and senses as appropriate

2.4

Complete logs and paperwork

2.5

Identify impacts on the plant of any changes upstream and downstream of the plant

2.6

Identify upstream and downstream impacts of any changes on the plant

3

Take action in accordance with procedures

3.1

Communicate observations

3.2

Recognise situations which may require action

3.3

Make required adjustments to plant/process appropriate to the type of plant and its duty

3.4

Resolve routine problems

3.5

Take appropriate actions on other abnormal situations to make safe and have the situation resolved

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and demonstrate the ability to:

give and receive an appropriate shift handover each shift

complete checks and logs at the frequency required for the plant

monitor the plant and process in the work area

communicate plant/process information when required

respond in a timely fashion to the changing needs of the plant/plant area.

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

hazards and hazard controls specific to the plant and work area

principles of operation of plant items within the work area:

science (physics/chemistry/biology) relevant to plant/ process

function of plant major components

types and duties of plant

process parameters and limits (e.g. temperature, pressure, flow and pH)

effects of variations in process conditions and materials

relevant alarms and actions

types and causes of known problems for the plant area and its components

corrective action appropriate to the identified problem cause.

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Receive and give shift handover

1.2

Identify work requirements

1.3

Identify and control hazards

1.4

Coordinate with appropriate personnel

1.5

Check for recent work undertaken on plant item

1.6

Note any outstanding/incomplete work

1.7

Check operational status of plant and equipment in work area

2

Monitor plant in work area

2.1

Identify the type and duty of plant item

2.2

Complete routine checks

2.3

Monitor plant item and plant area frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and senses as appropriate

2.4

Complete logs and paperwork

2.5

Identify impacts on the plant of any changes upstream and downstream of the plant

2.6

Identify upstream and downstream impacts of any changes on the plant

3

Take action in accordance with procedures

3.1

Communicate observations

3.2

Recognise situations which may require action

3.3

Make required adjustments to plant/process appropriate to the type of plant and its duty

3.4

Resolve routine problems

3.5

Take appropriate actions on other abnormal situations to make safe and have the situation resolved

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Regulatory framework

The latest version of all legislation, regulations, industry codes of practice and Australian/international standards, or the version specified by the local regulatory authority, must be used, and include one or more of the following:

legislative requirements, including work health and safety (WHS)

industry codes of practice and guidelines

environmental regulations and guidelines

Australian and other standards

licence and certification requirements

All operations to which this unit applies are subject to stringent health, safety and environment (HSE) requirements, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation, and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between performance criteria and HSE requirements, the HSE requirements take precedence.

Procedures

All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures.

Procedures are written, verbal, visual, computer-based or in some other form, and include one or more of the following:

organisation procedures relevant to data systems, data security, record keeping, privacy, internet usage and intellectual property (IP)

manufacturers’ manuals

emergency procedures

work instructions

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

safe work method statements (SWMS)

formulas/recipes

batch sheets

temporary instructions

any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the organisation

Identifying hazards

Hazards include one or more of the following:

plant services (steam, condensate and cooling water)

slip/trip hazards

PPE is unavailable and/or not functional

electricity

gas

gases and liquids under pressure

unsafe equipment and hazard controls not functional

industrial (machinery, equipment and product)

equipment or product mass

noise, rotational equipment or vibration

limited head spaces or overhangs

fire and explosion

flammability and explosivity

hazardous products and materials

sharp edges, protrusions or obstructions

slippery surfaces, spills or leaks

extreme weather

other hazards that might arise

Routine problems

Routine problems must be resolved by applying known solutions.

Routine problems are predictable and include one or more of the following:

readings being out of range

unusual observation on plant

change in weather

process upset

Known solutions are drawn from one or more of the following:

procedures

training

remembered experience

Non-routine problems must be reported according to relevant procedures.

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
Receive and give shift handover 
Identify work requirements 
Identify and control hazards 
Coordinate with appropriate personnel 
Check for recent work undertaken on plant item 
Note any outstanding/incomplete work 
Check operational status of plant and equipment in work area 
Identify the type and duty of plant item 
Complete routine checks 
Monitor plant item and plant area frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and senses as appropriate 
Complete logs and paperwork 
Identify impacts on the plant of any changes upstream and downstream of the plant 
Identify upstream and downstream impacts of any changes on the plant 
Communicate observations 
Recognise situations which may require action 
Make required adjustments to plant/process appropriate to the type of plant and its duty 
Resolve routine problems 
Take appropriate actions on other abnormal situations to make safe and have the situation resolved 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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