Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the controlling of acid plant operations in the metalliferous mining industry. It includes assuming control of acid plant operations from a previous shift, managing acid plant operations, and passing control of the acid plant to the next shift. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Application of the Unit
This unit is appropriate for those working in a technician role at worksites within:
- Metalliferous mining
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Assume control of acid plant operations from previous shift |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 1.2. Communicate with other personnel by approved methods 1.3. Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover information 1.4. Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area 1.5. Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 1.6. Perform pre -start checks to ensure correct equipment operation 1.7. Identify, address and report potential risks and hazards 1.8. Identify, address and report environmental issues |
2. Manage acid plant operations |
2.1. Monitor performance of acid plant components regularly 2.2. Regulate flow of substrate between process components to maximise production 2.3. Regulate heat exchangers in accordance with operational requirements 2.4. Handle acid plant products and reagents safely at all times 2.5. Monitor and adjust volume of gas through acid plant 2.6. Regulate gas impurity removal systems 2.7. Regulate by-product disposal in accordance with plant operating requirements 2.8. Monitor available acid plant storage capacity |
3. Pass control of acid plant to next shift |
3.1. Complete all required documentation for shift handover 3.2. Pass on all shift information to oncoming shift 3.3. Review plant performance with oncoming shift |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to control acid plant operations:
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Required knowledge |
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the performance criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following as required to control acid plant operations:
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Relevant compliance documentation may include: |
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Legislation may include acts and regulations dealing with: |
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Pre-start checks may include: |
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Environmental issues may include: |
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Monitoring the acid plant process may include: |
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Plant may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Processing
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.