This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate ancillary equipment which supports production operations. It applies to stand-alone items of equipment that are operated separately from the main production unit. These items of equipment may be remote from, in close proximity or attached to the main production unit, but are not part of its main functions. Stand-alone ancillary equipment will typically service a number of processes simultaneously. Where ancillary equipment is minor and is integral to the main process the relevant process-specific unit should be used.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to identify the requirements of the job, carry out pre-start, start and stop procedures, monitor and operate the equipment and recognise routine and non-routine problems and take appropriate action. 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.