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Clean and strip anode rods

Clean and strip anode rods

Unit of competency
National Code
PMASMELT262
State Code
AXM60
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
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate equipment to clean and strip the spent carbon anodes from the anode rods used in the aluminium smelting process.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to operate and monitor the carbon anode and rod cleaning and stripping equipment and ancillary equipment; apply re-start, start-up and shutdown procedures; isolate and de-isolate plant; and recognise and respond to 'out-of-parameter' issues.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. The operator would be part of a team during start up and shut down procedures. This unit of competency does not require the operation of a central control panel.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for operations
  • 1.1 Interpret and confirm work requirements before proceeding
  • 1.2 Identify and control hazards
  • 1.3 Ensure appropriate authorisations have been obtained/issued
  • 1.4 Identify work flow path blockages (interruptions or bottlenecks)
2 Conduct pre-start requirements to procedures
  • 2.1 Conduct routine pre-start equipment checks
  • 2.2 Conduct isolation as appropriate for pre-start inspections
  • 2.3 Prepare equipment for operation
  • 2.4 Complete routine equipment checklists
  • 2.5 Complete reports as required for equipment inspections
3 Conduct anode rod stripping and cleaning operations to procedures
  • 3.1 Start up anode stripping equipment
  • 3.2 Monitor equipment operation and check operational variables are within parameters
  • 3.3 Verify equipment performance throughout the process
  • 3.4 Adjust equipment/variables in accordance with procedures
  • 3.5 Apply operating principles to identify problems and take action
  • 3.6 Shut down anode stripping equipment as required
  • 3.7 Conduct routine housekeeping activities
  • 3.8 Recognise and respond to emergencies should one arise
  • 3.9 Complete records as required for equipment operation and performance
4 Isolate and de-isolate plant
  • 4.1 Isolate plant
  • 4.2 Make safe for required work
  • 4.3 Check plant is ready to be returned to service
  • 4.4 De-isolate and prepare plant for return to service
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8910 PMASMELT262B Clean and strip anode rods Unit of competency