Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Policies and procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, manufacturer's recommendations, licensing requirements, codes of practice, legislative requirements, industrial awards and agreements and Australian Standard AS3666, parts I, II and III.
Codes of practice
Codes of practice include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice.
Workplace information
Workplace information can include:
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
manufacturer's specifications.
Hazards
Hazards typically include handling chemicals, manual handling, risks of working with warm water systems (Legionella).
Equipment
Equipment may include:
the tower
spray ponds
supply pump and return pump
chemical addition systems and blow down system.
Typically a number of cooling towers would be located on site. They may be integrated or stand-alone.
Equipment operation and monitoring
Operation and monitoring of equipment and processes typically requires the use of control panels and systems.
Tests
Typical tests may include:
pH
total dissolved solids (TDS)
conductivity
standard plate count (SPC)
Legionella
tests specific to chemicals used.
Teamwork
Work may require the ability to work within a team environment.
Information systems
Information systems may be print or screen based.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
confirm status of equipment
demonstrate set up and start up procedures
monitor cooling water system operation
undertake visual inspections and conduct tests to monitor cooling water system operation
clean and shut down cooling water system.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
Cooling water system and related equipment
Chemicals
Relevant codes and standard Operating procedures and related advice on equipment operation
Personal protective clothing and equipment
Communication systems and equipment
Housekeeping standards and procedures
Workplace information recording systems, requirements and procedures.
Method of assessment
Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit. This may include:
FDFOP2030A Operate a process control interface.
Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.