Monitor and operate auxiliary plant and equipment

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 RIIPGP302A, 'Monitor and operate auxiliary plant and equipment'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Monitor and operate auxiliary plant and equipment' 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 for plant and equipment monitoring and operation

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity

1.2. Plan and prepare work

1.3. Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details

1.4. Establish and maintain communication with other personnel using approved communication methods

1.5. Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.6. Carry out equipment pre-start checks

1.7. Identify, address and report potential risks and hazards

1.8. Identify, address and report environmental issues

1.9. Follow emergency procedures

1.10. Use dust suppression and extraction methods

2. Carry out plant and equipment inspections and checks

2.1. Check correct plant operation prior to start-up

2.2. Check condition of plant and equipment for fault, identify damaged and inoperable equipment and report to relevant personnel

2.3. Record check/inspection outcomes and hand over to oncoming shift personnel

2.4. Physically, continuously inspect plant, take equipment indicator readings and identify and rectify defects and potential problems

3. Operate and monitor plant and equipment

3.1. Carry out plant and equipment start-up checks and procedures according to plant/equipment configurations and system requirements

3.2. Monitor operating plant and equipment for correct, efficient performance

3.3. Changeover auxiliary/ancillary plant to meet operational and maintenance requirements

3.4. Interpret and respond to plant alarms, take remedial actions and notify appropriate personnel

3.5. Identify basic faults and adjustments and make repairs to running/operating plant where necessary to maintain plant performance

3.6. Complete all required documentation clearly, concisely and on time

3.7. Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift

4. Maintain plant and equipment efficiency

4.1. Carry out plant and equipment maintenance

4.2. Check and adjust plant condition to maintain efficient operation

4.3. Clear pipeline and pumping system blockages

4.4. Maintain materials storage vessel levels to meet plant operating demands

4.5. Clean plant to maintain condition of all equipment and work area hygiene

4.6. Identify and report hazards

4.7. Take and test samples

5. Shutdown and/or isolate plant and equipment

5.1. Carry out plant and equipment shutdown procedures according to plant/equipment configurations, system or safety requirements

5.2. Isolate plant and equipment for maintenance and plant configuration purposes

5.3. Perform post shutdown or isolation checks

5.4. Provide support for maintenance personnel and activities

5.5. Pass on shift change-over details to oncoming shift


Qualifications and Skillsets

RIIPGP302A appears in the following qualifications:

  • RII30411 - Certificate III in Resource Processing