This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to manage a complex storage facility for particulate solids. A complex storage facility is one where, for example, there are:multiple storages which need to be managedsignificant logistics issues related to the transport and storage of the solidssolids transport systems that allow for various routings of the solidspossibilities of, or consequences from, contamination which are significant.This unit of competency applies to operations technicians who are required to determine handling and storage requirements, utilise the storage capacity efficiently, monitor the quality and quantity of stock, set up routing and undertake transfers, undertake minor maintenance and identify and solve problems.This unit of competency applies to an individual operating independently in a plant with local control or in liaison with the control room operator in a plant with a centralised control panel, such as distributed control system (DCS) type controls. 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.In a typical scenario the operations technician utilises the storage capacity efficiently, and ensures particulates are stored in the appropriate containers/areas/stock pile. The operations technician also needs to monitor the quality and quantity of stock held in each.The operations technician would operate the systems transporting particulates into or out of storage. This means setting up the required routing and starting and stopping conveyors/transport systems and their feeder systems (if any) to move materials from one point to another, for example, between storage units, from or into storage. During the process the operations technician would monitor the transfer operations, and take action to keep particulates moving correctly. This could include removing blockages and preventing rat holing or bridging in hoppers/silos or other storage problems.The operations technician would also maintain the cleanliness of the facility, according to procedures, and documenting/reporting maintenance requirements and other issues affecting the operation of the facility. At this level, the operations technician would also recognise and solve problems with the transfer or storage processes. This includes recognising indications of potential problems and taking appropriate and timely remedial action to ensure minimal loss of production time. This unit of competency also covers identifying and controlling hazards related to particulates handling equipment, storage facilities and surrounding areas.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.