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ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||
1 Organise for plant operation | 1.1 Review job specification requirements (job sheet) to identify all plant operating requirements 1.2 Identify and handle potentialrisks and hazards to work according to job requirements, in accordance with company requirements, occupational health and safety and other relevant legislation 1.3 Identify and organise equipment, materials and personnel requirements for safe, effective and efficient plant operation 1.4 Select and fit emergency and personal protective equipment in accordance with work requirements, manufacturers' specifications, company requirements and relevant legislation | ||
2 Conduct pre-operational checks | 2.1 Conduct pre-start visual and basic maintenance checks to confirm correct plant operation in accordance with manufacturers' specifications, company requirements and relevant legislation 2.2 Test equipment systems for correct functioning in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and company requirements 2.3 Report equipment non-conformances promptly to appropriate personnel when detected 2.4 Clean equipment to ensure safe and tidy operation in accordance with company requirements and relevant legislation | ||
2.5 Check all safety structures and controls to ensure their operational capacity is in accordance with company requirements and relevant legislation | |||
3 Start and operate plant | 3.1 Advise appropriate personnel of impending plant operation to ensure safety and readiness for operation | ||
3.2 Start plant in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and company requirements 3.3 Screen plant inputs, and identify and handle non-conformances in accordance with company requirements, manufacturers' specifications and relevant legislation 3.4 Operate plant efficiently and safely in accordance with company requirements, manufacturers' specifications and relevant legislation 3.5 Monitor plant operation using gauges, warning devices and observation of performance to identify potential faults and hazards and to ensure continuous operation 3.6 Maintain communication with other personnel in accordance with company requirements to ensure safe usage of equipment 3.7 Monitor plant inputs, processing and outputs and make adjustments where necessary in accordance with company specifications 3.8 Identify and report on faults that create hazardous operations and suspend operations in accordance with company requirements, manufacturers' specifications and relevant legislation | |||
4 Shut down plant | 4.1 Shut down plant in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and company requirements 4.2 Clean plant and associated equipment to remove debris and contamination and ensure safe and efficient operation 4.3 Shut down plant in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and company requirements | ||
5 Carry out basic housekeeping | 5.1 Clean plant and associated equipment to remove debris and contamination and ensure safe and efficient operation 5.2 Document all details of plant operations promptly and in accordance with company requirements | ||
Refer to Evidence Guide
Critical aspects of competency
Correct interpretation of job sheet.
Identification and organisation of plant, equipment, materials and personnel requirements.
Selection of appropriate emergency and personal protective equipment requirements.
Correct identification of potential risks and hazards to plant operation.
Correct identification and handling of equipment non-conformances.
Knowledge needed to achieve the performance criteria
Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this unit in the workplace, to transfer the skills to other contexts, and to deal with unplanned events. The knowledge requirements for this unit are listed below.
Waste types, streams and characteristics.
Waste contaminants.
Potential risks and hazards.
Waste non-conformance procedures.
Processing techniques.
Basic biology and chemistry.
Computer operation.
Plant operation.
Emergency response procedures.
Company requirements.
Plant shut-down, lock-out and isolation procedures.
Occupational health and safety requirements.
Duty of care in provision of services.
Relevant industry standards.
Relevant legislation.
Relevant environmental regulations.
OHS hierarchy of control.
Specific skills needed to achieve the performance criteria
To achieve the performance criteria, some complementary skills are required. These are:
following instructions, giving information, signalling, writing
plant and equipment operation
materials handling skills
identification of waste types
materials and handling of waste non-conformances
reading and interpreting gauges and indicators
mete out doses of chemicals and additives
computer and software skills
methodical organisation of work
hazard identification
time management
safe and efficient work practices
use of emergency and personal protective equipment
working in confined spaces
following MSDS.
Other units of competency that could be assessed with this unit
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other competencies relevant to the job function, for example:
PRMWM14B Manually sort waste
PRMWM38B Process waste
PRMCMN201A Participate in workplace safety arrangements
PRMCMN301A Contribute to workplace safety arrangements.
Resources required to assess this unit
The following resources should be available:
waste processing plant
pre-operational checklist
appropriate waste for processing
personal protective equipment
communications equipment
OHS requirements
MSDS
site safety plan.
Gaining evidence to assess this unit
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, the competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment). The competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations, which may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.
Evidence of competency is best obtained by observing activities in this field and reviewing the operation of a waste processing plant under normal industry operating conditions. If this is not practicable, observations in realistic simulated environments may be substituted.
Consistency in performance
Assessment requires that the plan meets the objectives of the client and that it complies with industry expectations in the particular client environment. If the environment is narrowly defined or is not representative of industry needs, it may be necessary to refer to portfolio case studies of a variety of waste requirements to assess competency in the operation of a waste processing plant.
Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations (scenarios) may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. (In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning and written audit, questions are to be identical.)
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.
Note: All practical demonstrations must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each state or territory.
Key competency levels
There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life which are required in all jobs. They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions. Some of these are covered by the key competencies, although others may be added.
Information below highlights how these processes are applied in this competency standard.
1 | Perform the process | 2 | Perform and administer the process | 3 | Perform, administer and design the process | |||
How can communication of ideas and information be applied? | 1 | Communicate effectively with personnel in waste processing plant. | ||||||
How can information be collected, analysed and organised? | 1 | Gather information from a number of sources (including job sheet, manufacturers' specifications and company requirements) about the operation of a waste processing plant. | ||||||
How are activities planned and organised? | 1 | Plan detailed activities for plant operations. | ||||||
How can teamwork be applied? | 1 | Work effectively with relevant personnel to facilitate effective plant operational processes. | ||||||
How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied? | 1 | Conduct mathematical calculations required in the documentation of plant operations. | ||||||
How can problem-solving skills be applied? | 1 | Discuss possible problems and solutions that may arise throughout the operational process especially when non-conformances are detected. | ||||||
How can the use of technology be applied? | 2 | Apply technological principles and demonstrate physical skills to use appropriate equipment. | ||||||
The range statement links the required knowledge and organisational and technical requirements to the workplace context. It describes any contextual variables that will be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit.
Appropriate person includes client, supervisor and team member.
Basic maintenance checks may include checks of fuel, hoses, lubrication, oil, seals, tyres and water.
Client/company includes all forms of business enterprises in this context including government agencies, local governments/councils, private and public companies, and residents/ratepayers.
Company requirements are found in briefing papers, letters, quality assurance documentation, tender/contract documentation and verbal or written instructions.
Documentation of details of plant operations may include:
downtime
equipment non-conformances
faults and breakdowns
hours of operation
incidents
stoppages
type, volume/amount of waste processed
waste non-conformances.
Emergency and personal protective equipment must include:
communications equipment
eye protection
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
First Aid kit
gloves
overalls and protective clothing
safety boots.
Emergency and personal protective equipment could also include:
breathing apparatus
emergency procedure guides
face shield/mask
hard hat
hearing protection
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
spill kit.
Emergency response action/procedures include but are not limited to:
clean up
contain emergency
equipment/plant isolation and shut-down
evacuation
First Aid
make safe
notification of authorities
use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
Equipment includes but is not limited to:
communications equipment
compactor
computer software and hardware
generators
hoses
lifting equipment
load shifting equipment
measurement and sampling instruments
pumps
sorting table
vacuums
waste containers.
Housekeeping may include cleaning products/fluids, high pressure water or air-hosing, shovelling, sweeping out, use of decontamination products, vacuuming and water-hosing.
Job sheet typically includes:
emergency and personal protective equipment requirements
equipment requirements
personnel requirements
plant operation requirements
potential risks and hazards
reporting requirements
site requirements
waste types to be processed
work schedule.
Manufacturers' specifications are found in equipment specifications and operator manuals.
Materials include baling and packaging materials, cleaning agents, grease and oil, stabilising and treatment chemicals and water.
Non-conformances are conditions that are not acceptable by manufacturers' standards, regulatory bodies or company requirements. Non-conformances include damaged equipment or equipment not operating in required condition.
Performance of this unit is carried out in accordance with relevant requirements of the following:
Australian Standards
environmental regulations
legislative requirements
manufacturers' specifications
OHS procedures
organisational procedures
relevant state/territory regulations.
Personal protective equipment required will be stored, cleaned, worn/fitted in accordance with company requirements, and occupational health and safety and other legislation.
Plant may include:
autoclave
balers
boilers
bunded areas
centrifuge
chippers
compactors
computer hardware and software
conveyors
crushers
hammer mills
incinerator
microwave
pipes
safety structures and controls
separators
shredders
sorters
storage tanks
treatment tanks
tub grinders.
Plantfor waste processing may include:
autoclaving treatment plant
biological treatment plant
chemical treatment plant
combustion
composter
liquid waste treatment plant
materials recovery facility
microwave treatment plant
physical treatment plant
size reduction processing plant
transfer station.
Potential risks and hazards are those risks and hazards identified by the organisation that could lead to injury or illness of employees, contractors, visitors or the public; damage to plant, vehicles or property; or that could cause harm to the environment.
This relates to on-site and off-site activities (whether company owned or occupied premises, customer/client premises or public property) over which it could be expected the organisation had control. Risks and hazards may include:
broken glass/metal
compaction equipment
contamination
conveyor belt
dust
fire
gases and fumes
hazardous waste (e.g. sharps)
injuries resulting from manual handling and repetitive work
narrow driveways
other vehicles and equipment
overhanging signs
projectiles
spark-producing equipment
weather.
Pre-start visual checks may include:
blockages
checks to pinpoint any damage
component wear
leaks
obstructions
potential hazards to plant operation and personnel.
Relevant legislation and codes cover state and federal:
duty of care
industrial
industry codes of conduct
occupational health and safety
environmental protection legislation.
Safe operating procedures include any activity or operation conducted on site to ensure health and safety of personnel/equipment in the area.
Safety structures and controls may include:
alarms
automatic plant shut-down buttons and cords/lanyards
barriers
earth leakage devices
guards
isolation, lock-out tag-out procedures.
Waste categories may include:
solid (non-hazardous) e.g. construction and demolition
liquid (non-hazardous) e.g. chemical and aqueous
hazardous - regulated, prescribed, quarantined, medical and clinical
recoverable resources e.g. recyclable and green waste.
Waste non-conformances may include contamination, hazardous or dangerous waste, inferior quality, unacceptable waste streams and waste not acceptable for plant processing.
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