ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Contribute to the design of plant/equipment

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to commissioning and recommissioning of plant

1.2. Apply process understanding to the design process

1.3. Identify the role and purpose of the plant and equipment

1.4. Ensure design meets the identified need

2. Participate in hazard and operability studies

2.1. Identify process conditions and apply to hazard and operability studies

2.2. Undertake investigations following hazard studies

2.3. Record and report findings

3. Participate in acceptance of plant/equipment

3.1. Undertake pre Commissioning activities

3.2. Complete safety acceptance documentation

3.3. Identify, record and report problems or non-conformances

4. Conduct test runs/trials

4.1. Conduct trials/test runs

4.2. Record and report performance data

5. Evaluate results and identify modifications

5.1. Identify modifications and improvements required

5.2. Complete documentation and report to appropriate personnel

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to commission or recommission plant:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply policy management procedures

liaise with other parties

coordinate others

manage information

apply problem solving techniques

apply clear report writing techniques

access, interpret and apply technical and safety information

communicate and coordinate activities with others

apply plant and equipment record keeping requirements and procedures

apply diagnostic/faultfinding techniques

apply environmental compliance requirements and procedures

apply task analyses

apply atmospheric contaminant measure requirements and procedures

apply First Aid

apply fire fighting techniques

apply negotiation procedures with employers and employees

provide information, instruction, training and supervision

apply procedures for proposing practical recommendations for identified key issues

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to commission or recommission plant:

HAZOP study process and the interpretation of findings

results and impact of a HAZAN study

the process of hazard identification, risk assessment and control

hierarchy of control

sources of hazard information (such as material safety data sheets)

principles of operation of equipment

interpretation of design drawings, schematics and manuals

principles of operation of instrumentation

principles of basic control systems

distinguish between the following problem sources, and their avoidance:

chemical

instrument

equipment (electrical/mechanical)

maintenance as is relevant to the practical operation of equipment at that job level

identifying and clearly communicating key issues

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the commissioning and recommissioning of plant

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient commissioning or recommissioning of plant

working with others to plan, prepare and conduct commission or recommission plant

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in commissioning or recommissioning of plant

evidence of the consistent successful commissioning or recommissioning of plant

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to plan, prepare and conduct the commissioning or recommissioning of plant

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the conduct of the commissioning or recommissioning of plant

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

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. 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) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation

may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Hazards may include:

rail and road movement

cranes

molten metal

hot materials

noise

air pollution

sharp objects

moving machinery

heights

falling objects

gases

Documentation may include:

tonnages

quality

analysis/testing

identity

tracking