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Operate fluid flow equipment

Operate fluid flow equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
PMAOPS201
State Code
AXN52
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
60
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate pumps and valves and other fluid flow equipment in a processing plant.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to identify, operate, monitor and troubleshoot the pumps and valves and contribute to a safe working environment. It is typically performed by all operators in a processing plant.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. In a typical scenario, an operator uses a number of general purpose pumps, piping and valves to move liquids from a storage tank area into the processing plant, within and between plant units, to the finished goods tanks. The operator utilises in-line mixers, strainers and filters, valves, controls and meters to complete this work.This competency covers all general duty pumps, their associated drivers (motors) and valves. The effect of pipe fittings on pump performance and problems/problem analysis is also included.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 plant item
  • 1.6 Note any outstanding/incomplete work
  • 1.7 Check operational status of fluid flow equipment
2 Operate pumps
  • 2.1 Identify the type of pump
  • 2.2 Start up and shut down pump as required
  • 2.3 Adjust flow and head/pressure as appropriate to type of pump
  • 2.4 Complete routine checks and reports and take appropriate action as required
3 Operate pump drivers
  • 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 pump driver
  • 3.4 Take action to ensure driver as required
4 Operate valves
  • 4.1 Identify the type of valve
  • 4.2 Operate valve in a manner appropriate to the valve type
  • 4.3 Complete routine checks and reports and take appropriate action as required
5 Recognise and take appropriate action on abnormal fluid system situations
  • 5.1 Monitor fluid flow system frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and smell, sight, sound and feel as appropriate
  • 5.2 Identify impacts of any changes upstream and downstream
  • 5.3 Recognise situations which may require action
  • 5.4 Resolve routine problems
  • 5.5 Take actions on other abnormal situations to make safe and have the situation resolved
6 Isolate and de-isolate equipment
  • 6.1 Complete any required pre-start checks
  • 6.2 Start up/shut down/changeover fluid flow equipment according to the equipment type and duty in liaison with other personnel
  • 6.3 Isolate equipment
  • 6.4 Make safe for required work
  • 6.5 Check plant is ready to be returned to service
  • 6.6 De-isolate and prepare plant for return to service
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8840 PMAOPS201B Operate fluid flow equipment Unit of competency