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Operate bulk solids loading equipment

Operate bulk solids loading equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
PMAOPS261
State Code
AXN23
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate equipment used to convey and load bulk solids in sealed containments. This unit of competency applies to an operator who is required to undertake pre-start checks, operate filling, loading and supplementary equipment to meet specifications, and undertake minor maintenance.This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.This unit of competency has been written with minerals processing plants as the specific focus. However, it can also be applied with appropriate contextualisation to any plant in which raw product is produced for transporting for further processing, such as in the manufacture of plastics or other particulates.This unit of competency does not apply to line conveyors as part of a ship loading system. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Receive and give shift handover
  • 1.2 Identify work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and control hazards
  • 1.4 Coordinate with appropriate personnel
  • 1.5 Check for recent work undertaken on plant item
  • 1.6 Note any outstanding/incomplete work
  • 1.7 Check operational status of bulk solids loading equipment
2 Manage bulk material storage and operate load-out equipment
  • 2.1 Visually inspect storage facility and load-out equipment
  • 2.2 Determine levels of solids in storage using appropriate indicators
  • 2.3 Ensure storage discharge areas are free from obstructions
  • 2.4 Identify the types of load-out equipment and duty
  • 2.5 Operate load-out equipment in accordance with procedures
  • 2.6 Complete routine checks, logs and paperwork taking appropriate action on unexpected readings
  • 2.7 Ensure containment is properly sealed according to procedures after load-out
  • 2.8 Move containment to transhipment area
3 Recognise problems and take appropriate action
  • 3.1 Monitor plant frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and senses
  • 3.2 Identify impacts of any changes upstream and downstream
  • 3.3 Recognise situations which may require action
  • 3.4 Resolve routine problems
  • 3.5 Take actions on other abnormal situations to make safe and have the situation resolved
4 Isolate and de-isolate bulk solids loading equipment
  • 4.1 Complete any required prestart checks
  • 4.2 Start up/shut down bulk solids loading equipment, and its components according to the equipment type and duty in liaison with other personnel
  • 4.3 Isolate bulk solids loading equipment, and its components
  • 4.4 Make safe for required work
  • 4.5 Check bulk solids loading equipment, and its components is ready to be returned to service
  • 4.6 De-isolate and prepare equipment for return to service
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG849 PMAOPS261A Operate bulk solids loading equipment Unit of competency