• TLID2407C - Use specialised liquid bulk transfer equipment (gravity/pressurised)

TLID2407C
Use specialised liquid bulk transfer equipment (gravity/pressurised)

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use specialised gravity and pressurised liquid bulk transfer equipment including planning the work; transferring the bulk according to regulatory and operational requirements; monitoring and operating controls; and completing all operations, as required.

Application

Work must be carried out in compliance with the ADG Code and relevant state/territory regulations concerning the use of specialised gravity and pressurised equipment for the transfer of liquid bulk product.

Work is performed under general supervision. It involves the application of basic principles, routine procedures and regulatory requirements to the use of specialised gravity and pressurised bulk transfer equipment to load and unload liquid bulk product.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements and Performance Criteria

Element

Performance Criteria

1

Plan work

1.1

Liquid transfer method is identified for loading and unloading as gravity or pressure

1.2

Dangerous or hazardous (including regulated waste) or other materials requiring specialised handling are identified and relevant procedures are taken into account when planning the work

1.3

Precautions are undertaken to eliminate all ignition sources

1.4

Traffic flow, vehicle positioning and work area conditions are assessed to ensure safe operation and no injury to people, or damage to equipment, loads or facilities

1.5

Characteristics of the liquid, transfer and holding method are taken into account when evaluating procedural requirements, special precautions for method, equipment and, where applicable, appropriate attachments to transfer the load

1.6

Potential occurrences in the work area that may affect the safety and efficiency of operations are reported to the appropriate personnel

1.7

Liquid transfer is planned, taking into account the requirements of the load, transfer method, storage facility and transport mode, load weight, volume and viscosity and the capacity of the equipment

1.8

Load is checked prior to and at the completion of transfer to ensure ullage and/or maximum permitted capacity complies with ADG Code

1.9

Adjustments are made to process to accommodate special requirements such as temperature control, combustion, etc.

1.10

Required personal protective equipment, signage, barriers and special precautions are identified in the plan and utilised

1.11

Procedures to deal with spills, leakages and ruptures are identified

2

Transfer material

2.1

Equipment is prepared and any appropriate attachments fitted

2.2

Equipment controls are checked for correct operational status before commencing transfer

2.3

Instruments and gauges are monitored during operations to ensure that operation is within manufacturers specifications and workplace schedule and safety requirements

2.4

Speed of operation is managed for safety and efficiency of materials movement and equipment operations

2.5

Faults or damage to equipment are immediately reported to the appropriate personnel

3

Monitor and operate controls

3.1

Equipment controls are monitored and operated in accordance with manufacturers operating instructions

3.2

Control systems are monitored in accordance with statutory authority regulations, manufacturers guidelines and site operating procedures

3.3

Materials are moved ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to equipment or goods

3.4

Faults are identified and reported in accordance with workplace procedures

4

Complete operations

4.1

Equipment is shut down within manufacturers guidelines without injury to personnel or damage to equipment, loads or facilities in accordance with workplace procedures

4.2

Clean up methods for transfer equipment are completed following workplace procedures

4.3

Equipment is secured in accordance with securing procedures for the appropriate equipment

4.4

Workplace documentation is completed and filed following workplace procedures

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Australian Dangerous Goods Code and relevant state/territory mass and loading regulations as they apply to vehicles transporting liquid bulk product

OH&S procedures and guidelines concerning the use of specialised liquid bulk transfer equipment

Risks when transferring liquid bulk product and related precautions to control the risk

Workplace procedures and policies for the efficient use of specialised gravity and pressurised equipment to transfer liquid bulk product

Problems, faults or malfunctions that may occur when transferring liquid bulk product using specialised equipment and action that should be taken to prevent or resolve them

Hazards involved in transferring liquid bulk product using specialised equipment when transferring liquid bulk product and ways and means of controlling the risks involved

Housekeeping standards procedures required in the workplace

Methods of securing a vehicle following transfer of liquid bulk product

Relevant permit and health and safety requirements

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when transferring liquid bulk product using specialised equipment

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the transfer of liquid bulk product using specialised equipment

Identify goods coding, IMDG markings and, where applicable, emergency information panels

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the transfer of liquid bulk product using specialised equipment

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Estimate the mass, volume and special requirements of liquid bulk product

Work collaboratively with others when transferring liquid bulk product using specialised equipment

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions that may occur when transferring liquid bulk product using specialised equipment in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when transferring liquid bulk product using specialised equipment

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during the transfer of liquid bulk product using specialised equipment

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Operate and adapt to differences in transfer equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Identify and correctly use equipment required to transfer liquid bulk product

Monitor performance of transfer equipment

Service transfer equipment in terms of maintenance schedule and standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Evidence Required

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

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 and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and/or equipment, and/or

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Operations may be conducted:

in a range of work environments and weather conditions

by day or night

Customers may be:

internal or external

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Work may be conducted in:

restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

Liquid bulk product to be transferred may require:

special precautions

Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:

hazardous or dangerous materials

contamination of, or from, materials being handled

noise, light, energy sources

stationary and moving machinery, parts or components

service lines

spills, leakages, ruptures

dust/vapours

Hazard management is:

consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment may include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

mask or respirator

high visibility clothing

Exposure during work operations may be to:

corrosive chemicals

solvents and adhesives

toxic, explosive and other harmful substances

movement of equipment, goods, vehicles

Regulatory controls and enterprise procedures may govern requirements for:

transport

storage

volume

mass

required controls

Ignition sources include:

naked flames and static sources

Requirements for work may include:

site restrictions and procedures

use of safety and personal protective equipment

communications equipment

specialised lifting and/or handling equipment

incident breakdown procedures

additional gear and equipment

noise restrictions

hours of operation

authorities and permits

Consultative processes may involve:

other employees and supervisors

suppliers, potential customers and existing clients

management and union representatives

industrial relations, OH&S specialists, and other maintenance, professional or technical staff

Communication in the work area may include:

phone

electronic data interchange

fax

email

internet

radio

oral, aural or signed communications

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

site procedures

Information/documents may include:

Safe Working Load (SWL) and Working Load Limit (WLL)

manifests, bar codes, goods and product identification

manufacturers specifications for equipment/tools

workplace procedures and policies for the transfer of liquid bulk product

goods identification numbers and codes, including ADG and IMDG markings and HAZCHEM signs

supplier and/or client instructions

codes of practice including the Australian Dangerous Goods Code, relevant Australian Standards and the Industry Safety Code

award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements

relevant standards and certification requirements

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

material safety data sheets

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

state/territory mass and loading regulations

Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including:

Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes

Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code

IATA Dangerous Goods by Air regulations

Australian and International Explosives Codes

Australian and state/territory regulations related to the transfer of liquid bulk product

relevant Australian Standards, including AS 2809.1, AS 2809.2, AS 2931, AS 2430

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation


Sectors

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this competency is packaged will assist in identifying employability skill requirements.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.