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RIIPGP203D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate compressors

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIPGP203D - Operate compressors
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to operate compressors in Metalliferous Mining. This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level
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: Plan and prepare for compressor operation1
  • Access, interpret and apply compressor operation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
       
Element: Start-up compressor
  • Perform pre-start-up checks
  • Start-up individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system
  • Start-up normally and after maintenance
  • Build pressure steadily with no surging
  • Stabilise compressor system to produce specified pressures and flows within minimum time
       
Element: Monitor and control the compressor
  • Complete routine checks, logs and paper work
  • Recognise the signs of potential and actual problems
  • Monitor temperatures and lubrication oil and take action as required
  • Trim plant to achieve required pressures and flows while maximising plant efficiency
       
Element: Change compressor output
  • Predict the need to change compressor output to meet process requirements
  • Change compressor output as required
  • Manage changes smoothly and in a timely manner
       
Element: Maintain plant effectiveness
  • Frequently and critically monitor all plant throughout shift
  • Use measured/indicated data and smell, sight, sound and feel as appropriate to monitor plant
  • Identify critical equipment/processes and tune their performance
  • Identify issues likely to impact on plant performance and take appropriate action
  • Predict impact of a change in one unit/area on other plant units/area and communicate this to relevant people
  • Test trips and alarms
  • Prepare plant for maintenance/vessel entry
  • Complete minor maintenance
  • Receive plant back from maintenance
  • Prepare plant for the introduction of gas and operation
       
Element: Shutdown compressor
  • Determine type of shutdown required
  • Give advanced warning of shutdown
  • Changeover individual items of equipment
  • Shutdown individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system
  • Shutdown in an emergency
  • Reset trips and alarms after a shutdown
  • Leave plant in a condition ready to restart
  • Shut-down for maintenance
       
Element: Conduct housekeeping activities
  • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
  • Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues
  • Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
  • Process records
       
Element: Plan and prepare for compressor operation
  • Access, interpret and apply compressor operation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
       
Element: Plan and prepare for compressor operation
  • Access, interpret and apply compressor operation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
       
Element: Start-up compressor
  • Perform pre-start-up checks
  • Start-up individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system
  • Start-up normally and after maintenance
  • Build pressure steadily with no surging
  • Stabilise compressor system to produce specified pressures and flows within minimum time
       
Element: Monitor and control the compressor
  • Complete routine checks, logs and paper work
  • Recognise the signs of potential and actual problems
  • Monitor temperatures and lubrication oil and take action as required
  • Trim plant to achieve required pressures and flows while maximising plant efficiency
       
Element: Change compressor output
  • Predict the need to change compressor output to meet process requirements
  • Change compressor output as required
  • Manage changes smoothly and in a timely manner
       
Element: Maintain plant effectiveness
  • Frequently and critically monitor all plant throughout shift
  • Use measured/indicated data and smell, sight, sound and feel as appropriate to monitor plant
  • Identify critical equipment/processes and tune their performance
  • Identify issues likely to impact on plant performance and take appropriate action
  • Predict impact of a change in one unit/area on other plant units/area and communicate this to relevant people
  • Test trips and alarms
  • Prepare plant for maintenance/vessel entry
  • Complete minor maintenance
  • Receive plant back from maintenance
  • Prepare plant for the introduction of gas and operation
       
Element: Shutdown compressor
  • Determine type of shutdown required
  • Give advanced warning of shutdown
  • Changeover individual items of equipment
  • Shutdown individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system
  • Shutdown in an emergency
  • Reset trips and alarms after a shutdown
  • Leave plant in a condition ready to restart
  • Shut-down for maintenance
       
Element: Conduct housekeeping activities
  • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
  • Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues
  • Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
  • Process records
       


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.

1. Plan and prepare for compressor operation

1.1 Access, interpret and apply compressor operation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity

1.4 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

1.5 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures

2. Start-up compressor

2.1 Perform pre-start-up checks

2.2 Start-up individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system

2.3 Start-up normally and after maintenance

2.4 Build pressure steadily with no surging

2.5 Stabilise compressor system to produce specified pressures and flows within minimum time

3. Monitor and control the compressor

3.1 Complete routine checks, logs and paper work

3.2 Recognise the signs of potential and actual problems

3.3 Monitor temperatures and lubrication oil and take action as required

3.4 Trim plant to achieve required pressures and flows while maximising plant efficiency

4. Change compressor output

4.1 Predict the need to change compressor output to meet process requirements

4.2 Change compressor output as required

4.3 Manage changes smoothly and in a timely manner

5. Maintain plant effectiveness

5.1 Frequently and critically monitor all plant throughout shift

5.2 Use measured/indicated data and smell, sight, sound and feel as appropriate to monitor plant

5.3 Identify critical equipment/processes and tune their performance

5.4 Identify issues likely to impact on plant performance and take appropriate action

5.5 Predict impact of a change in one unit/area on other plant units/area and communicate this to relevant people

5.6 Test trips and alarms

5.7 Prepare plant for maintenance/vessel entry

5.8 Complete minor maintenance

5.9 Receive plant back from maintenance

5.10 Prepare plant for the introduction of gas and operation

6. Shutdown compressor

6.1 Determine type of shutdown required

6.2 Give advanced warning of shutdown

6.3 Changeover individual items of equipment

6.4 Shutdown individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system

6.5 Shutdown in an emergency

6.6 Reset trips and alarms after a shutdown

6.7 Leave plant in a condition ready to restart

6.8 Shut-down for maintenance

7. Conduct housekeeping activities

7.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

7.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

7.3 Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment

7.4 Process records

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies applicable legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

implements requirements, procedures and techniques for safe, effective compressor operations including:

identifying issues likely to impact on plant performance and take appropriate action

predicting impact of a change in one unit/area on other plant units/area and communicate this to relevant people

demonstrates completion of operating compressors that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

performing correct sequencing for starting up equipment

correctly operating and monitoring equipment including:

starting up compressors,

monitoring and controlling compressors,

changing compressor output,

maintaining plant effectiveness

test trips and alarms

prepare plant for maintenance/vessel entry

complete minor maintenance according to standard procedures

prepare plant for the introduction of gas and operation

performing checks and shutdown in sequence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in compressor operations through:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

risk assessment and management

statutory compliance

work health and safety

distinguishing between:

process gas

instrument

equipment (electrical/mechanical)

maintaining compressors

identifying causes of problems and isolate problems to item of equipment

applying principles of compressor operation

identifying the effects of temperature and compression ratio/the need for multi staging

interpreting pressure/temperature relationships and effects on condensation (e.g. moisture and/or gas)

applying control of output

identifying and applying causes of and remedies for surging

applying methods of resolving problem

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.

1. Plan and prepare for compressor operation

1.1 Access, interpret and apply compressor operation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity

1.4 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

1.5 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures

2. Start-up compressor

2.1 Perform pre-start-up checks

2.2 Start-up individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system

2.3 Start-up normally and after maintenance

2.4 Build pressure steadily with no surging

2.5 Stabilise compressor system to produce specified pressures and flows within minimum time

3. Monitor and control the compressor

3.1 Complete routine checks, logs and paper work

3.2 Recognise the signs of potential and actual problems

3.3 Monitor temperatures and lubrication oil and take action as required

3.4 Trim plant to achieve required pressures and flows while maximising plant efficiency

4. Change compressor output

4.1 Predict the need to change compressor output to meet process requirements

4.2 Change compressor output as required

4.3 Manage changes smoothly and in a timely manner

5. Maintain plant effectiveness

5.1 Frequently and critically monitor all plant throughout shift

5.2 Use measured/indicated data and smell, sight, sound and feel as appropriate to monitor plant

5.3 Identify critical equipment/processes and tune their performance

5.4 Identify issues likely to impact on plant performance and take appropriate action

5.5 Predict impact of a change in one unit/area on other plant units/area and communicate this to relevant people

5.6 Test trips and alarms

5.7 Prepare plant for maintenance/vessel entry

5.8 Complete minor maintenance

5.9 Receive plant back from maintenance

5.10 Prepare plant for the introduction of gas and operation

6. Shutdown compressor

6.1 Determine type of shutdown required

6.2 Give advanced warning of shutdown

6.3 Changeover individual items of equipment

6.4 Shutdown individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system

6.5 Shutdown in an emergency

6.6 Reset trips and alarms after a shutdown

6.7 Leave plant in a condition ready to restart

6.8 Shut-down for maintenance

7. Conduct housekeeping activities

7.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

7.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

7.3 Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment

7.4 Process records

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
Access, interpret and apply compressor operation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 
Perform pre-start-up checks 
Start-up individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system 
Start-up normally and after maintenance 
Build pressure steadily with no surging 
Stabilise compressor system to produce specified pressures and flows within minimum time 
Complete routine checks, logs and paper work 
Recognise the signs of potential and actual problems 
Monitor temperatures and lubrication oil and take action as required 
Trim plant to achieve required pressures and flows while maximising plant efficiency 
Predict the need to change compressor output to meet process requirements 
Change compressor output as required 
Manage changes smoothly and in a timely manner 
Frequently and critically monitor all plant throughout shift 
Use measured/indicated data and smell, sight, sound and feel as appropriate to monitor plant 
Identify critical equipment/processes and tune their performance 
Identify issues likely to impact on plant performance and take appropriate action 
Predict impact of a change in one unit/area on other plant units/area and communicate this to relevant people 
Test trips and alarms 
Prepare plant for maintenance/vessel entry 
Complete minor maintenance 
Receive plant back from maintenance 
Prepare plant for the introduction of gas and operation 
Determine type of shutdown required 
Give advanced warning of shutdown 
Changeover individual items of equipment 
Shutdown individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system 
Shutdown in an emergency 
Reset trips and alarms after a shutdown 
Leave plant in a condition ready to restart 
Shut-down for maintenance 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues 
Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment 
Process records 
Access, interpret and apply compressor operation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 
Access, interpret and apply compressor operation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 
Perform pre-start-up checks 
Start-up individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system 
Start-up normally and after maintenance 
Build pressure steadily with no surging 
Stabilise compressor system to produce specified pressures and flows within minimum time 
Complete routine checks, logs and paper work 
Recognise the signs of potential and actual problems 
Monitor temperatures and lubrication oil and take action as required 
Trim plant to achieve required pressures and flows while maximising plant efficiency 
Predict the need to change compressor output to meet process requirements 
Change compressor output as required 
Manage changes smoothly and in a timely manner 
Frequently and critically monitor all plant throughout shift 
Use measured/indicated data and smell, sight, sound and feel as appropriate to monitor plant 
Identify critical equipment/processes and tune their performance 
Identify issues likely to impact on plant performance and take appropriate action 
Predict impact of a change in one unit/area on other plant units/area and communicate this to relevant people 
Test trips and alarms 
Prepare plant for maintenance/vessel entry 
Complete minor maintenance 
Receive plant back from maintenance 
Prepare plant for the introduction of gas and operation 
Determine type of shutdown required 
Give advanced warning of shutdown 
Changeover individual items of equipment 
Shutdown individual items of equipment and the entire compressor system 
Shutdown in an emergency 
Reset trips and alarms after a shutdown 
Leave plant in a condition ready to restart 
Shut-down for maintenance 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues 
Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment 
Process records 

Forms

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