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Prepare asphalt

Prepare asphalt

Unit of competency
National Code
PMC552065
State Code
BAH35
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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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
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare batches of asphalt. It applies batching plants as typically used in the asphalt industry, such as batch, continuous, fixed and mobile plants. It applies to natural bitumen obtained from oil refineries and synthetic bitumen as used for coloured asphalt.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to prepare aggregates, bitumen and other materials; set/adjust plant conditions; mix and discharge asphalt and rectify routine problems.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, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine mix requirements
  • 1.1 Check work schedule/job specification/job card
  • 1.2 Select correct type and quantity of aggregates and other materials
  • 1.3 Meet all special requirements and specifications
  • 1.4 Identify any material handling problems and take action in accordance with standard procedures
  • 1.5 Update material records as appropriate
2 Mix asphalt
  • 2.1 Check setup of equipment as required by specifications and standard procedures
  • 2.2 Set/adjust plant conditions as required for required product
  • 2.3 Feed aggregate to dryer at required rates
  • 2.4 Prepare bitumen and other materials and add to mixer as required by specifications and standard procedures
  • 2.5 Check that materials prepared match requirements
  • 2.6 Use ancillary equipment as required according to standard procedures
  • 2.7 Mix to obtain required results
  • 2.8 Discharge product to asphalt storage/delivery
3 Monitor asphalt process
  • 3.1 Check and adjust settings as required
  • 3.2 Make routine checks and recognise developing problems
  • 3.3 Recognise equipment in need of maintenance/repair
  • 3.4 Take sample and interpret test results as required
  • 3.5 Take appropriate action to ensure continuing quality production according to standard procedures
  • 3.6 Complete all required records
4 Maintain batching plant and area
  • 4.1 Keep area and equipment clean and in good order
  • 4.2 Unload and shut down equipment as required
  • 4.3 Respond to routine faults according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.4 Report non-routine faults according to enterprise procedures
5 Rectify routine problems
  • 5.1 Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
  • 5.2 Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 5.3 Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 5.4 Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures/work instructions
  • 5.5 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
6 Control hazards
  • 6.1 Identify hazards from the job to be done
  • 6.2 Identify other hazards in the work area
  • 6.3 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • 6.4 Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA947 PMC552065B Prepare asphalt Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAF18 MSMPMC323 Prepare asphalt Unit of competency