Unit of competency Outline
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Assess and improve granular media filters
Assess and improve granular media filters
Unit of competency
National Code
NWPTRT042
NWPTRT042
State Code
AVY11
AVY11
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/04/2016
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/04/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills required to evaluate and report on system performance and process quality control and may require the control and coordination of granular media filtration processes used in water and wastewater treatment.This unit applies to those working as technical staff with responsibility for optimising granular media filtration processes in water or wastewater treatment plants. This role may include coordination or supervision of a work team, or may be performed by a single operator, depending on the size of the treatment plant.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those relating to manufacturers' specifications.Those undertaking this unit would work under indirect supervision, while performing complex tasks within a range of familiar contexts. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess granular media filtration process performance
- 1.1 Review existing process performance data.
- 1.2 Review existing operational processes.
- 1.3 Identify the impact of incoming water quality on granular media filtration processes.
- 1.4 Identify any additional sampling and testing required for valid evaluation of current process performance.
2. Investigate granular media filtration plant or equipment operation
- 2.1 Review existing fault reports and other relevant plant asset information.
- 2.2 Investigate the operational status of plant components.
- 2.3 Carry out investigations to identify potential deficiencies.
3. Investigate the operational options for process optimisation
- 3.1 Review relevant fault and incident reports and remedial actions taken.
- 3.2 Investigate current media status with reference to manufacturer or plant designer specifications.
- 3.3 Investigate potential changes to operational processes to identify possible optimisation strategies.
4. Develop and record a plan for process optimisation
- 4.1 Determine plant configuration or media options and revised operational procedures for process optimisation.
- 4.2 Plan a trial to test the performance of the determined optimisation options.
- 4.3 Compile a report making recommendations on optimisation options.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D4818 | NWP406A | Investigate and plan the optimisation of granular media filtration processes | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCW36 | NWPTRT059 | Assess and improve granular media filters | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYX2 | NWP40615 | Certificate IV in Water Industry Treatment | Qualification |