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Operate a bagasse fuel supply system

Operate a bagasse fuel supply system

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPSUG2019
State Code
OAM54
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a bagasse fuel system and related auxiliary fuel system to supply a boiler. The auxiliary fuel supply system is typically an oil system.The unit applies to individuals who work under supervision in the sugar milling industry.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply in the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the fuel supply system for operation
  • 1.1 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace safety procedures
  • 1.2 Conduct pre-operational checks according to operating procedures
  • 1.3 Identify and control health and safety hazards
  • 1.4 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Ensure primary and auxiliary fuel is available to meet combustion requirements
  • 1.6 Confirm services are available and ready for operation
2. Start and monitor operation of the fuel supply system
  • 2.1 Start and operate the system to meet workplace requirements
  • 2.2 Confirm process performance is maintained within operating requirements
  • 2.3 Ensure work area meets workplace cleaning standards
3. Analyse and respond to abnormal performance
  • 3.1 Identify causes of abnormal performance in the system
  • 3.2 Take corrective action in response to hazards and abnormal plant performance
  • 3.3 Implement emergency procedures according to health and safety procedures
4. Hand over fuel system operations
  • 4.1 Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Carry out handover according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Ensure operators are aware of system and related equipment status at completion of handover
5. Shut down the fuel supply system
  • 5.1 Safely shut down the system according to workplace procedures
  • 5.2 Prepare the system for storage in shutdown mode according to operating procedures
  • 5.3 Identify and report operational maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Store fuel to meet fuel requirements and workplace standards
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD849 FDFSUG219A Operate a bagasse fuel supply system Unit of competency