Unit of competency Outline
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Operate biogas facilities
Operate biogas facilities
Unit of competency
National Code
AMPA3137
AMPA3137
State Code
OBD61
OBD61
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/11/2019
Field of Education
030399 - Process And Resources Engineering, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
22/11/2019
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate biogas facilities, including monitoring processes and identifying faults or unusual activity within the system.The unit applies to individuals with responsibility for the day-to-day operation of a biogas facility.Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing routine tasks within 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. Inspect biogas facilities
- 1.1 Inspect biogas facilities each shift and record and monitor results
- 1.2 Collect process samples and conduct standard tests
- 1.3 Identify, record and report any faults in the biogas system
- 1.4 Follow work health and safety (WHS) requirements and work instructions
2. Complete documentation
- 2.1 Collect, interpret and record process data according to workplace requirements
- 2.2. Log any unusual aspects identified in the biogas system
3. Operate safely when working in biogas facilities
- 3.1 Select and check equipment and tools required to meet safety requirements of site and task
- 3.2 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment
- 3.3 Follow safe operating procedures to protect biogas system infrastructure
- 3.4 Follow safe operating practices when working on and near covered anaerobic lagoon (CAL) covers including biogas transmission lines and storage
- 3.5 Follow and implements the site's Safety Management Plan
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDJ0 | AMP30616 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (General) | Qualification |