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Operate powered separation equipment

Operate powered separation equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
PMAOPS247
State Code
AXN26
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate powered dual phase separation equipment as used in a chemical, oil/hydrocarbons or metalliferous minerals processing or other plant. This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to start up and shut down the equipment, monitor and adjust process parameters, identify operational problems with separation processes and equipment, including the driver powering the separation equipment, and take appropriate action.Powered separation equipment can be used for gaseous, liquid and solids separation duties and includes one or more of the following:centrifugesrotary dryersrotary vacuum filtersflotation cells/columnsthickeners/clarifiers.This unit of competency applies to an individual who may work alone although under routine direction and supervision. They may work as part of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Receive and give shift handover
  • 1.2 Identify work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and control hazards
  • 1.4 Coordinate with appropriate personnel
  • 1.5 Check for recent work undertaken on chemical separation equipment
  • 1.6 Note any outstanding/incomplete work
  • 1.7 Check operational status of chemical separation equipment
2 Operate powered separation equipment in accordance with procedures
  • 2.1 Identify the type of powered separation equipment and its duty
  • 2.2 Adjust flow and pressure as appropriate to type of separation equipment and its duty
  • 2.3 Complete routine checks, logs and paperwork, taking action on unexpected readings and trends
3 Operate drivers of separation equipment
  • 3.1 Monitor critical variables, such as amps, temperature and vibration
  • 3.2 Keep critical variables in range
  • 3.3 Recognise trends/patterns which indicate a potential or actual problem with the driver
  • 3.4 Take action to ensure driver is returned to full performance in a timely manner
4 Recognise and take action on abnormal situations in accordance with procedures
  • 4.1 Monitor powered separation equipment frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and smell, sight, sound and feel as appropriate
  • 4.2 Identify impacts of any changes upstream and downstream
  • 4.3 Recognise situations which may require action
  • 4.4 Resolve routine problems
  • 4.5 Take actions on other abnormal situations to make safe and have the situation resolved
5 Isolate and de-isolate powered separation equipment
  • 5.1 Complete any required pre-start checks
  • 5.2 Start up/shut down/changeover powered separation equipment according to the plant type and duty in liaison with other personnel
  • 5.3 Isolate powered separation equipment
  • 5.4 Make safe for required work
  • 5.5 Check powered separation equipment is ready to be returned to service
  • 5.6 De-isolate and prepare powered separation equipment for return to service
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State Code National Code Title Type
WG542 PMAOPS247A Operate powered separation equipment Unit of competency