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Monitor and operate ultraviolet processes

Monitor and operate ultraviolet processes

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPTRT023
State Code
OBN63
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/06/2020
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/06/2020
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to monitor and operate ultraviolet (UV) processes.It includes preparing and maintaining UV irradiation disinfection processes and reporting on microbiological quality control.This unit applies to operational staff with specific responsibility for ensuring UV irradiation disinfection systems comply with workplace requirements. Those undertaking this unit would work under appropriate supervision while performing routine tasks in a range of familiar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Determine work requirements from job specifications and plans
  • 1.2 Select and check equipment required to meet safety requirements of task and worksite
  • 1.3 Select, fit and use required safety equipment including, personal protective equipment (PPE)
2 Monitor processes
  • 2.1 Monitor UV irradiation disinfection processes according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Collect process samples and conduct standard tests according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Make process adjustments to maintain effectiveness of UV irradiation disinfection processes
  • 2.4 Monitor the parameter set points for critical control points and operational control points
3 Maintain and operate UV irradiation disinfection system
  • 3.1 Perform routine inspections of system components
  • 3.2 Clean and replace system components according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Operate UV lamp sequencing according to manufacturer instructions
4 Complete documentation
  • 4.1 Maintain information relating to UV processes
  • 4.2 Collect, record and complete process data according to workplace procedures and process requirements
  • 4.3 Identify data outside of normal operational parameters and report to relevant personnel for further action
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVY06 NWPTRT053 Operate and control UV processes Unit of competency