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Operate a firing kiln

Operate a firing kiln

Unit of competency
National Code
PMC552030
State Code
BAH60
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate a firing kiln and ancillary equipment that is integral to the process. It applies to large production contexts and smaller craft contexts. This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to prepare the firing equipment, load and stack products, monitor and adjust kiln operation and rectify routine problems. This unit of competency does not apply to forming, drying prior to firing, finishing or operation of rotary kilns.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, team leader and supervisor, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare the firing equipment
  • 1.1 Determine the firing requirements from the production program
  • 1.2 Identify and set up the kiln cars or furniture
  • 1.3 Ensure kiln refractories are within specification, including kiln cars, kiln lining and refractories at burners, as appropriate
  • 1.4 Ensure the firing equipment is safe to use
  • 1.5 Check for fuel feed obstructions and clear burner pathways
2 Load kiln
  • 2.1 Ensure products are set or stacked to specification
  • 2.2 Ensure correct stacking pattern is used
  • 2.3 Ensure adequate space is allowed around each item
  • 2.4 Use kiln space effectively
3 Monitor kiln operation
  • 3.1 Monitor kiln firing to ensure temperature rise and fall rate is to specification
  • 3.2 Monitor and record kiln car movement, or kiln contents
  • 3.3 Monitor and adjust kiln heating equipment (elements or burners) and record temperature gradient details
  • 3.4 Monitor the kiln atmosphere
  • 3.5 Monitor for correct operation of kiln
  • 3.6 Move kiln car or kiln contents to the appropriate storage area
  • 3.7 Check and record condition of products leaving the kiln
4 Rectify routine problems
  • 4.1 Identify the range of faults that can occur during the operation
  • 4.2 Determine and rectify fault causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 4.3 Identify and rectify equipment failure causes in accordance with procedures/work instructions
  • 4.4 Ensure appropriate records and log books of equipment operations are maintained to meet procedures/work instructions
  • 4.5 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
5 Control hazards
  • 5.1 Identify hazards in kiln work area
  • 5.2 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • 5.3 Implement measures to control those risks in line with procedures and duty of care
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA923 PMC552030C Operate a firing kiln Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAF13 MSMPMC311 Operate a firing kiln Unit of competency