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Process production effluent

Process production effluent

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPWPP3217
State Code
AXJ24
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
039901 - Environmental Engineering
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to operate the effluent plant and distribute waste water to pasture.The unit applies to production operators and technicians who process production effluent in a forest and wood products factory setting and includes draining and cleaning equipment.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare effluent plant
  • 1.1 Select appropriate personal protective equipment and check for operational effectiveness.
  • 1.2 Use equipment in line with organisational safety procedures, manufacturer’s instructions and environmental protection practices.
  • 1.3 Set up pumping lines and check for operational effectiveness.
  • 1.4 Pump treatment solution from mixing tank to effluent line, settling pits and clarifier.
  • 1.5 Run sludge from clarifier and drain water from sludge beds in line with organisational procedures and environmental protection practices.
2. Distribute water to pasture
  • 2.1 Set flow rate and pump water to pasture area.
  • 2.2 Check absorption and pH levels; monitor and adjust flow rate for optimal distribution.
3. Complete operator maintenance
  • 3.1 Follow organisational safety procedures to lock out equipment.
  • 3.2 Drain settling pits and clean to collection point.
  • 3.3 Clean solids from discharge drain and dispose of in line with environmental protection practices.
  • 3.4 Recirculate water from catchment area to irrigation.
  • 3.5 Monitor dam banks for weed and vermin.
  • 3.6 Keep effluent plant area clear of foreign bodies and debris in line with organisational safety procedures.
  • 3.7 Record and report effluent processing and equipment faults to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6132 FPIWPP3217B Process production effluent Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL3 FWP30416 Certificate III in Wood Panel Products Qualification