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Reclaim and treat water

Reclaim and treat water

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIWMG302D
State Code
WH768
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2014
Field of Education
039901 - Environmental Engineering
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit develops a participant’s skills and knowledge required to reclaim and treat water in Metalliferous mining. This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to reclaim and treat water
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply water reclaiming and treating documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Use appropriate communication methods
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • 1.5 Select appropriate reagents
  • 1.6 Carry out equipment pre-start checks
  • 1.7 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • 1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Treat water
  • 2.1 Dose reagents at approved levels
  • 2.2 Take sample and test
  • 2.3 Monitor water storage levels and reject and/or permeate flows
3. Extract water
  • 3.1 Pump water to storage
4. Operate and monitor equipment
  • 4.1 Read and interpret data from equipment indicators and maintain flow rates
  • 4.2 Continuously inspect plant and identify defects and potential problems
  • 4.3 Adjust equipment to approved operating parameters and optimise performance, maintain efficient water treatment systems and meet water quality targets
  • 4.4 Control feed to equipment
5. Clean up
  • 5.1 Clean plant and equipment
  • 5.2 Clean and store auxiliary equipment
  • 5.3 Complete documentation clearly, concisely and on time
  • 5.4 Complete end of shift reports and records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9358 RIIWMG302A Reclaim and treat water Unit of competency