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Operate an incinerator

Operate an incinerator

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTGM206C
State Code
D8268
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2011
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
22/07/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to correctly and safely operate an incineratorThis unit of competency applies to health facilities with incinerators in operation
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare incinerator for operation
  • 1.1 Check the incinerator for any maintenance requirements
  • 1.2 Check the components of the incinerator for correct functioning
  • 1.3 Determine potential environmental risks associated with incinerator operations
2. Prepare waste for incineration
  • 2.1 Use appropriate personal protective equipment
  • 2.2 Check waste, where possible, for products that should not be placed into an incinerator
  • 2.3 Identify waste for incineration and place in incinerator according to organisation policies and procedures
3. Operate incinerator
  • 3.1 Activate incinerator according to manufacturer/supplier instructions
  • 3.2 Use appropriate timeframes before placing waste into the incinerator according to manufacturer/supplier instructions
  • 3.3 Load appropriate waste into incinerator
  • 3.4 Identify and rectify problems with waste incineration
  • 3.5 Complete appropriate documentation where required according to organisation policies and procedures
  • 3.6 Shut down the incinerator according to manufacturer/supplier instructions
  • 3.7 Take and document environmental measurements according to state and local government regulations
  • 3.8 Notify the appropriate person(s) of any breaches of environmental measures or operating policy
4. Dispose of incinerator waste
  • 4.1 Dispose of waste from the incinerator according to state and local regulations
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9274 HLTGM206B Operate an incinerator Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD159 HLTGM206D Operate an incinerator Unit of competency
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