Undertake ship loading_unloading operations

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Assessment Tool
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Assessment Template
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Assessment Matrix
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Evidence Guide
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Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
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Self Assessment Survey
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Moodle Outcomes
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Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver PMAOPS312B, 'Undertake ship loading_unloading operations'.
Google Links
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Elements and Performance Criteria

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Identify work requirements

1.2

Identify and control hazards

1.3

Coordinate with appropriate personnel

2

Prepare for ship transfer

2.1

Check that the vessel is ready for product transfer

2.2

Activate/bring on line all safety systems

2.3

Ensure all operational conditions for transfer of product are satisfied

2.4

Ensure safety check documentation is completed

3

Transfer product to/from ship

3.1

Check transfer advice/documentation and complete required records

3.2

Engage fire and deluge protection systems as required

3.3

Launch and retrieve batching pigs as required

3.4

Commence the transfer process of the specified product

3.5

Control and monitor transfer rates and take appropriate action

3.6

Monitor the progress of the transfer and levels and take appropriate action

3.7

Identify vapour or product leakages/spills and take appropriate action

3.8

Apply emergency procedures as required

4

Complete transfer process

4.1

Achieve or satisfy capacities and transfer requirements within the allowable timeframes and schedules

4.2

Retrieve batching pigs as required

4.3

Decommission, isolate and disengage transfer systems from or to the vessel as required

4.4

Continue to monitor and control fire, deluge and safety systems during the finalization of the loading process and let-go of the vessel as required

4.5

Complete all required logs and documentation and communicate the results of the transfer to the appropriate personnel

4.6

Shut down and bring transfer facilities off line, ensuring that the area has been made safe after the transfer has been completed

5

Isolate and de-isolate plant

5.1

Isolate plant

5.2

Make safe for required work

5.3

Check plant is ready to be returned to service

5.4

Prepare plant for return to service


Qualifications and Skillsets

PMAOPS312B appears in the following qualifications:

  • PMA30108 - Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
  • PMA30108 - Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
  • PMA30113 - Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
  • UEG40114 - Certificate IV in Gas Supply Industry Operations
  • UEG30114 - Certificate III in Gas Supply Industry Operations