Unit of competency Outline

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Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment

Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCCOM301
State Code
BAP87
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment to prepare raw materials to produce compost products.It applies to individuals who take responsibility for 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. Organise plant, machinery and equipment operations
  • 1.1 Review job sheet or work order to identify operating requirements
  • 1.2 Organise equipment, materials and personnel requirements
  • 1.3 Select, use, maintain and store personal protective equipment (PPE)
2. Prepare plant, machinery and equipment for use
  • 2.1 Check service log to ensure service requirements have been maintained
  • 2.2 Check communication equipment, safety devices, lighting and alarm systems for correct operation
  • 2.3 Carry out routine pre-operational checks
  • 2.4 Check and calibrate operational systems for correct operation
  • 2.5 Identify and safety tag faulty plant, machinery or equipment safety
  • 2.6 Identify and risk assess hazards associated with plant, machinery and equipment operation
3. Start and operate plant, machinery and equipment
  • 3.1 Check operational area and inform personnel of start of operation
  • 3.2 Operate plant, machinery and equipment in a safe and controlled manner
  • 3.3 Monitor input materials and identify non-conformances
  • 3.4 Monitor processing outputs and adjust plant operation to meet job specifications
  • 3.5 Identify, rectify and report out-of-specification product or process outcomes to maintain the process within specification
4. Shut down plant, machinery and equipment
  • 4.1 Shut down plant, machinery and equipment
  • 4.2 Remove debris and contaminants from plant, machinery and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
  • 4.3 Clean, secure and store plant, machinery and equipment
  • 4.4 Tag or lock unsafe plant, machinery or equipment
5. Maintain records
  • 5.1 Maintain plant, machinery and equipment operational records
  • 5.2 Record maintenance, damage, malfunctions or irregular performance, and unsafe plant, machinery or equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6792 AHCCOM301A Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFC27 AHCCOM304 Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDC5 AHC32216 Certificate III in Commercial Composting Qualification
BFB5 CPP30719 Certificate III in Waste Management Qualification