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Monitor and operate water treatment processes

Monitor and operate water treatment processes

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCWAT301
State Code
BAR77
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor, operate, measure, adjust and report water (including waste water) treatment performance and process control.It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for work
  • 1.1 Identify work plans and clarify with supervisor
  • 1.2 Select and carry out pre-operational and safety checks on tools, equipment and machinery
  • 1.3 Identify work health and safety hazards, assess risks and implement suitable controls
  • 1.4 Select, use and maintain suitable safety and personal protective equipment
2. Monitor water treatment plant performance
  • 2.1 Conduct routine inspections of treatment equipment
  • 2.2 Collect water samples and conduct standard tests or send samples for analysis where required by the biosecurity and food safety codes
  • 2.3 Collect data on treatment process and record and report in appropriate manner
3. Control chemical use
  • 3.1 Use, handle and store chemicals appropriately
  • 3.2 Prepare chemical dosing
  • 3.3 Maintain information related to chemical supply and usage
4. Operate and control water treatment processes
  • 4.1 Monitor water and waste water treatment processes to maintain parameters of operation
  • 4.2 Identify and report process faults and operational conditions of treatment equipment
  • 4.3 Initiate basic equipment and process adjustments to enhance performance
5. Complete work
  • 5.1 Compile reports from equipment and water treatment processes
  • 5.2 Clean and store tools and equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7273 AHCWAT301A Monitor and operate water treatment processes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCT07 AHCWAT302 Monitor and operate water treatment processes Unit of competency