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Monitor process operations

Monitor process operations

Unit of competency
National Code
MSMSUP230
State Code
AXO12
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2016
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
08/08/2016
Nominal Hours
26
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to monitor production processing equipment and take appropriate action.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to identify the job requirements, monitor production processing equipment, monitor the job to maintain safety and quality, and identify and take action on problems. 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 and the control room operator, as appropriate.This competency applies to the monitoring of various forms of production equipment in all work environments and sectors within the process manufacturing industry. It includes the monitoring of all ancillary tools and equipment.Where operation of the equipment is required, the appropriate operational unit from MSM, PMA, PMB or PMC should be used.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify scope of work in accordance with procedures
  • 1.1 Identify own work requirements
  • 1.2 Check procedures to identify operating parameters and approved adjustments
  • 1.3 Establish actions to be used in the event of faulty production
  • 1.4 Identify procedures for obtaining materials for the process
  • 1.5 Identify hazards and environmental issues relevant to own job
2 Get ready for work/job
  • 2.1 Assemble ancillary tools and equipment
  • 2.2 Identify inspection procedures
  • 2.3 Identify any finishing activities
  • 2.4 Identify and implement hazard controls
  • 2.5 Establish the location and function of equipment emergency stops and ensure guards are in place
  • 2.6 Identify and note requirements for checking materials inputs and outputs; ancillary supplies and equipment; and product quality requirements for the relevant process stage
3 Maintain operations in accordance with procedures
  • 3.1 Check process operations, noting product quality, production outputs and waste
  • 3.2 Check product for conformity to specification, make adjustments to the equipment, where appropriate, and store product
  • 3.3 Collect material which is able to be reprocessed and reused, and deal with waste and scrap
  • 3.4 Use the quality control system
  • 3.5 Clean up equipment and work area and manage waste.
4 Identify product quality requirements
  • 4.1 Monitor process and note conditions which may affect product quality standards
  • 4.2 Report process variations within workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Note and implement authorised changes in procedures and specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8289 MSAPMSUP230A Monitor process operations Unit of competency