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Operate and control activated carbon processes

Operate and control activated carbon processes

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPTRT034
State Code
AVY15
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills required to operate and control activated carbon processes. The ability to identify faults and determine and apply technical adjustments is essential to performance.This unit applies to those working as operational staff in treatment.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing routine tasks, within a familiar context.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for work
  • 1.1 Determine work requirements.
  • 1.2 Select and check equipment to meet safety requirements of task and site.
  • 1.3 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment.
2. Operate and control process
  • 2.1 Carry out routine inspection on assets.
  • 2.2 Collect process samples.
  • 2.3 Carry out routine tests.
  • 2.4 Prepare samples for laboratory testing.
  • 2.5 Identify and report process faults and operational condition of assets.
  • 2.6 Carry out basic process adjustments to enhance process performance.
  • 2.7 Monitor processes to maintain parameters of operation.
3. Complete documentation
  • 3.1 Collect and record and complete process data.
  • 3.2 Identify data that falls outside normal parameters and report for further action.
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBN69 NWPTRT017 Operate and control activated carbon processes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AYW9 NWP30315 Certificate III in Water Industry Treatment Qualification