Operate a boiler - basic

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver FDFSUG218A, 'Operate a boiler - basic'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Operate a boiler - basic' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1 Prepare the boiler for operation

1.1 Health and safety hazards / maintenance requirements are identified and reported to appropriate personnel according to workplace reporting procedures

1.2 The boiler is purged according to workplace procedure

1.3 Services are confirmed and available

1.4 Pre-operational checks are conducted to confirm operational status of boiler and related equipment

2 Start and monitor boiler operation

2.1 The boiler is started and brought on line safely according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's specifications

2.2 Plant is operated within limits of manufacturer's specifications to meet workplace requirements

2.3 Equipment is monitored to confirm operating condition

2.4 Water quality is tested and adjusted as required

2.5 Sluice water is circulated to remove ash from boiler according to duty requirements

2.6 The workplace meets housekeeping standards

3 Analyse and respond to abnormal performance

3.1 Operating data and plant operating conditions are analysed to identify causes of abnormal performance

3.2 Corrective action is taken in accordance with workplace procedures in response to Hazards, out-of-specification test results and/or plant performance

3.3 Emergency procedures are implemented as required according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's recommendations

4 Handover boiler operations

4.1 Workplace records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements and workplace procedures

4.2 Handover is carried out according to workplace procedure

4.3 Boiler operators are aware of boiler status and related equipment at completion of handover

5 Carry out an operational shutdown

5.1 The boiler is shut down according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's recommendations

5.2 Maintenance requirements are identified and reported according to workplace reporting procedure

6 Shutdown the boiler and prepare for an internal inspection

6.1 The boiler is shut down according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's recommendations

6.2 The boiler is cleaned internally and externally according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's recommendations

6.3 Valves and fittings are removed in preparation for maintenance

7 Store boiler in shutdown mode

7.1 The boiler is stored in the appropriate storage mode according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's recommendations

8 Record information

8.1 Workplace information is recorded according to workplace recording requirements


Qualifications and Skillsets

FDFSUG218A appears in the following qualifications:

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  • SFI30511 - Certificate III in Seafood Processing
  • FDF20211 - Certificate II in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  • FDF20411 - Certificate II in Wine Industry Operations
  • FDF20111 - Certificate II in Food Processing
  • FDF20911 - Certificate II in Food Processing (Sales)
  • FDF21012 - Certificate II in Sugar Milling Industry Operations
  • FDF31012 - Certificate III in Sugar Milling Industry Operations