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.
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.
Application of knowledge of the materials, equipment and process sufficient to recognise material and equipment conditions which may lead to out of specification production. For example, pulling plates are fitted as required to ensure the belt tracks properly.
Knowledge of organization procedures and relevant regulatory requirements along with the ability to implement them within appropriate time constraints and work standards.
Application of the knowledge of managing risks using the hierarchy of controls applied to belt replacement. Application of approved hazard control, safety procedures and the use of PPE in relation to handling materials, equipment operation and cleanup.
Competence includes the ability, for the practical completion of the job, to apply and/or explain:
function and operating principles of conveyor systems and ancillary equipment
impact of incorrect or faulty joining processes
planning process, to ensure that belt is removed and replaced in the correct sequence of operations and applying the required procedures
production workflow sequences and inherent hazards with conveyors
stresses and tensions on working belts and the common failure causes
correct selection and use of equipment, materials, processes and procedures
ensure that all equipment is certified as required for the intended duty
products, materials and material characteristics for splicing belts
effects of temperature, pressure and time on the curing process
changes in conveyor and joining materials during the joining process.
Competence also includes the ability to:
plan own work, including predicting consequences and identifying improvements
identify factors which may affect product quality or production output and appropriate remedies
identify when the operator is able to rectify faults and when assistance is required.
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements
This unit requires the ability to read and interpret typical product specifications, job sheets and material labels as provided to operators.
Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms.
Numeracy is also required, eg to determine the number of belt sections required to form a continuous belt for a given conveyor length.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any 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.
Where reference is made to industry codes of practice and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used.
Context
This competency applies to the removal and replacement of conveyor belts. It includes the operation of all relevant additional equipment where that equipment is integral to the belt removal and replacement process. The competency unit includes the use of manual handling aids such hand winches and portable lifting gear, and of powered equipment/aids for some aspects.
Procedures
All operations are performed in accordance with procedures.
Procedures include all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards.
Tools and equipment
This competency covers different types of conveyor belts, including:
steel cord belts
fabric reinforced ply belts
solid woven belts.
The competency includes use of equipment and tools such as:
portable power generators and vulcanising equipment
knives and other cutting instruments
belt winders, belt stands and winches
clips, pulling plates, steel cables (certified as required)
portable hoists/lifting equipment not requiring any special permits or licences
hand tools (such as spanners, wrenches, hammers)
power operated hand tools (such as drills, cutting disks, sanders)
relevant personal protective equipment
Hazards
Typical hazards include:
unpredicted belt movements
equipment malfunctions
manual handling hazards
lifting, tracking and securing hazards
equipment operation hazards
damaged material hazards.
Problems
'Anticipate and solve problems' means resolve a wide range of routine and non-routine problems, using product and process knowledge to develop solutions to problems which do not have a known solution/a solution recorded in the procedures.
Typical process and product problems may include:
weight of the belting to be removed and replaced
obstructions and impediments to removal and fitting on new belt
worn or malfunctioning rollers, drums or propulsion equipment
lack of accessibility
lack of required human resources
tool problems
variations in materials and/or contamination of materials
processing problems.
Variables
Key variables to be monitored include:
belt condition
belt location
gradient of belt
types of scrapers
skirting systems used
degree of damage
weight of the belt
forces acting on the conveyor belt
environmental conditions
lock-out of equipment.
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