Unit of competency Outline
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Monitor the operations of a recirculating aquaculture system
Monitor the operations of a recirculating aquaculture system
Unit of competency
National Code
SFIAQU307
SFIAQU307
State Code
OAS36
OAS36
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/10/2019
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
21/10/2019
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor the operation and maintenance of a recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) used to grow or hold stock. It includes the ability to brief team members on operations and routine maintenance, and record and analyse data.The unit applies to individuals who are responsible for monitoring processes and operations in an aquaculture environment, who work under broad direction.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, food safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for the operation of a recirculating aquaculture system
- 1.1 Interpret and confirm operations and routine maintenance work plan or schedule with supervisor
- 1.2 Confirm labour and equipment or technology requirements with supervisor
- 1.3 Identify workplace requirements for optimal ranges for basic environmental parameters, advanced environmental parameters and water quality parameters affecting cultured or held stock
- 1.4 Confer with team members on basic operations and routine maintenance according to work plan or schedule
- 1.5 Confirm contingency plans and relay to team members
2. Optimise system operations
- 2.1 Identify appropriate components for operations, including personal protective equipment
- 2.2 Perform pre-operational checks and calibrations
- 2.3 Monitor culture conditions and operation of components, and adjust to optimise conditions
- 2.4 Alter operation or production schedule as required to compensate for factors affecting cultured or held stock during operations
3. Monitor maintenance schedule
- 3.1 Confirm maintenance schedule with team members
- 3.2 Monitor repairs and maintenance for pre-operation, standard operation and post-operation according to maintenance schedule
- 3.3 Arrange repair or replacement of worn or damaged components
- 3.4 Check and confirm optimal operation of components following maintenance
4. Finalise operation, monitoring and maintenance activities
- 4.1 Check cleaning of work area and disposal of waste materials are completed according to workplace procedures and environmental requirements
- 4.2 Check condition, maintenance requirements and storage of tools and equipment
- 4.3 Record relevant data and observations, and report any abnormal records to supervisor
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D9142 | SFIAQUA313B | Oversee operations of high technology water treatment components | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEI5 | SFI30119 | Certificate III in Aquaculture | Qualification |