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Operate demolition material crushing plants

Operate demolition material crushing plants

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCDE3021
State Code
OCQ91
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to operate a stationary or mobile crushing plant to produce crushed demolition materials in a range of sizes. It includes the preparation, inspection, maintenance, operation and shut down of a crushing plant. It may include working with others and as a member of a team.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work.Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industrymeets this requirement.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to demolition work in different states and territories. Candidates are advised to consult with the relevant regulatory authorities.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for work.
  • 1.1 Access and apply compliance requirements relevant to crushing and screening plant operations.
  • 1.2 Obtain, confirm and apply work requirements using required information for planning and preparation.
  • 1.3 Complete tasks according to manufacturer’s instructions and regulatory, legislative and workplace policies and requirements.
  • 1.4 Follow work health and safety (WHS) requirements.
  • 1.5 Select plant and equipment to carry out tasks that are consistent with job requirements and check for serviceability and rectify and report faults before work begins.
  • 1.6 Identify environmental requirements for the project.
  • 1.7 Identify, select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • 1.8 Conduct crushing plant pre-start, start-up, run and shutdown procedures to ensure correct operational condition according to manufacturer requirements, and identify and correct faults or report these to supervisor.
  • 1.9 Prepare work area and equipment and plan sequence of tasks in coordination with personnel.
2 Operate crushing plant.
  • 2.1 Select and modify operating technique to meet changing work conditions according to manufacturer recommendations.
  • 2.2 Direct uncrushed materials into hopper and maintain feed of uncrushed materials according to manufacturer instructions.
  • 2.3 Monitor conduct and control operations within the equipment limitations and communicate with relevant personnel to maintain crushing and screening efficiency and effectiveness.
  • 2.4 Stop and clear crushing of blocked materials and restart as required.
  • 2.5 Maintain crushing plant settings.
  • 2.6 Complete work within the operating capacity of the allocated equipment.
3 Carry out post-operational procedures.
  • 3.1 Inspect plant and equipment and report faults.
  • 3.2 Conduct operational maintenance, servicing, lubricating and housekeeping tasks.
  • 3.3 Maintain and process operational records and report.
  • 3.4 Shut down crushing plant according to site safety and operation plan.
4 Clean up work area.
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials.
  • 4.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI747 CPCCDE3021A Operate demolition material crushing plants Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTU0 CPC30426 Certificate III in Demolition Qualification
BGC3 CPC30420 Certificate III in Demolition Qualification