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Bulk package and store product

Bulk package and store product

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIPRO204A
State Code
WB622
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2011
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/06/2010
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
17/06/2010
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the bulk packaging and storage of the product in metalliferous mining industry. It includes the planning and preparing for operations, starting the equipment sequence, packaging and storing product, shutting down equipment and conducting housekeeping duties.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for packaging
  • 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the bulk packaging and storage of the product
  • 1.2. Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details
  • 1.3. Communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods
  • 1.4. Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5. Select appropriate type of auxiliary equipment for work activities
  • 1.6. Perform equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation
  • 1.7. Identify, address and report potential risks and hazards
  • 1.8. Identify, address and report environmental issues
  • 1.9. Adhere to emergency procedures to ensure safety of personnel and plant
  • 1.10. Use approved dust suppression and extraction methods
  • 1.11. Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area
  • 1.12. Prepare site for positioning of any mobile equipment used for packaging operations
  • 1.13. Position and stabilise any mobile equipment used according to work plan
  • 1.14. Check condition of packaging meeting work requirements
2. Start-up equipment in sequence
  • 2.1. Carry out start-up procedures and complete start-up checks according to plant configurations and system requirements
  • 2.2. Confirm plant is operational within specifications
3. Package product
  • 3.1. Read and interpret data from equipment indicators to determine packaging efficiency
  • 3.2. Continuously inspect plant and identify operational defects and potential problems
  • 3.3. Adjust equipment to optimise performance
  • 3.4. Control feed to packaging unit
  • 3.5. Take samples of product
  • 3.6. Seal and accurately label package to ensure product is secured during transit
  • 3.7. Prevent unauthorised entry to personnel and maintain security of packaging area
  • 3.8. Complete all required documentation clearly, concisely and on time
  • 3.9. Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift
4. Store product
  • 4.1. Store product in an approved location and secure environment
  • 4.2. Position and brace packaged product according to transport requirements
5. Conduct housekeeping activities
  • 5.1. Clean equipment to maintain condition of equipment and ensure safe and efficient operations
  • 5.2. Clean and store auxiliary service equipment
  • 5.3. Manage and report hazards to maintain a safe working environment
6. Shutdown in sequence and/or isolate equipment
  • 6.1. Perform post shutdown or isolation checks
  • 6.2. Shutdown or isolate equipment based on process and safety requirements
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.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Auxiliary equipment may be anything that is portable and mobile that is not part of the
fixed infrastructure, and may include:
hand and power tools
hoses (water and air)
mobile equipment
Pre-start checks may include:
availability of equipment
detection of conditions that are unusual
fluid levels
job requirements
personnel availability
walk through plant
Environmental issues may include:
drainage
dust
emissions
flora and fauna
hazardous chemicals
noise
recycling
run-off
spills
waste management and disposal
water quality
Start-up procedures may include:
checks distribution control system (DCS)
chutes
display instruments and gauges
equipment stop engine lights
isolations
lights
material transport system for condition/tracking
pumping system
remote systems
visual and audio warning devices and lights
water spray systems
Product may include:
concentrate (e.g. iron ore, arsenic)
refined product (e.g. gold bars)
Label package may include:
number
safety warnings
Approved location may include:
cell
concentrate pad
covered with tarp
safe
shipping container
silo/shed
strong box
warehouse
Clean may include:
degreasing
forced air
high pressure
hosing with water
suction
Auxiliary service equipment may be anything that is portable and mobile that is not part of the
fixed infrastructure, and may include:
hand and power tools
hoses (water and air)
mobile equipment

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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the bulk packaging and storage of product
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the bulk packaging and storage of product
working with others to undertake and complete the bulk packaging and storage of product that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of the bulk packaging and storage of product that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the bulk packaging and storage of product
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W2423 MNMPPD206A Bulk package and store product Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WH594 RIIPRO204D Bulk package and store product Unit of competency
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