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Conduct steam boiler operations

Conduct steam boiler operations

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPCOT3334
State Code
OFD20
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/05/2023
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
19/05/2023
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for, start up, monitor, shut down and store a steam-generating boiler.The unit applies to individuals who operate steam boilers in a timber or wood products production facility.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.This unit should not be used where the boiler equipment falls under the category for which a high risk work licence is required. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority for appropriate unit and licensing requirements. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for steam boiler operations
  • 1.1 Determine job requirements from work order and, where required, check with appropriate personnel
  • 1.2 Confirm workplace health and safety and environmental protection practices and/or procedures and emergency procedures for tasks
  • 1.3 Identify and assess hazards and take actions to mitigate risks related to steam boiler operations
  • 1.4 Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness
  • 1.5 Identify and set quantity of steam to be generated for allocated process as specified in work order
  • 1.6 Check boiler house chemicals for correct labelling to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
  • 1.7 Complete pre-operational safety and pre-start-up checks to ensure operational effectiveness of boiler
2. Start up and monitor boiler
  • 2.1 Start boiler according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Assess boiler condition for anomalies during start-up, and rectify or report to relevant personnel according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Monitor boiler operation, diagnose status and adjust to maintain safe and efficient operation
  • 2.4 Store and record boiler house chemicals according to workplace safety and environmental protection practices and/or procedures
  • 2.5 Shut down boiler in cases of fire according to emergency procedure
  • 2.6 Record and report boiler operation and fuel efficiency to appropriate personnel
3. Shut down, inspect and store boiler
  • 3.1 Isolate and shut down boiler according to workplace safety procedures
  • 3.2 Prepare boiler for periodic internal and external inspection according to workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 3.3 Inspect and test boiler regularly according to workplace boiler inspection and maintenance program
  • 3.4 Remove valves and fittings according to workplace procedures and manufacturer requirements, if required
  • 3.5 Clean boiler externally and internally, as required, according to workplace procedures, environmental protection requirements and manufacturer instructions
  • 3.6 Select storage mode and store boiler according to workplace procedures
  • 3.7 Record and report equipment faults and maintenance requirements to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXL32 FWPCOT3231 Operate steam boiler Unit of competency
AXK91 FWPCOT4206 Plan and coordinate boiler operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJC1 FWP30322 Certificate III in Timber and Wood Products Operations Qualification