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Isolate and access plant

Isolate and access plant

Unit of competency
National Code
RIISAM202D
State Code
WH653
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
14/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
28/05/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to isolate and access plants in Resources and Infrastructure Industry. This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for isolate and access plant
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply isolate and access plant documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Identify, record and confirm item of plant, and work to be carried out
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5 Identify and apply written or verbal permit procedure
  • 1.6 Obtain permit clearance before commencing work activity
  • 1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Isolate plant
  • 2.1 Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during isolation activities
  • 2.2 Establish and maintain a safe working area
  • 2.3 Ensure isolation of all required energy sources and immobilisation of potential energy sources
  • 2.4 Place locks and tags on isolation devices in accordance with the type of permit procedure
  • 2.5 Identify and report breaches in permit procedure safety to authorised personnel
3. Complete permit-to-work form
  • 3.1 Complete statement of isolations
  • 3.2 Complete sign-on and sign-off requirements
  • 3.3 Complete hand-over of plant and equipment
4. Return plant to service
  • 4.1 Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during de-isolation activities
  • 4.2 Obtain confirmation that work has been completed and is ready for return to service
  • 4.3 Check designated work to be completed with work/site contract and/or site procedure
  • 4.4 Remove locks and tags from isolation devices
  • 4.5 Restore energy sources
  • 4.6 Identify and correct or report situations, which may endanger individuals or workers
  • 4.7 Confirm all permits are cancelled before plant is brought back into operation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB451 RIISAM202A Isolate and access plant Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBW95 RIISAM202E Isolate and access plant Unit of competency