Modification History
New Unit based on SUGPWWT2A Operate a waste water treatment system.
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the outcomes required to operate waste water treatment systems to comply with workplace requirements, trade waste agreements and site environmental authority.
Application of the Unit
This unit has application in the sugar milling industry.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
There are no pre-requisite units for this competency standard.
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
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Prepare the waste water treatment process for operation |
1.1 Chemicals and test equipment are available and ready for use 1.2 Services are confirmed as available and ready for operation 1.3 Pre-operational checks are conducted 1.4 Instrumentation and test equipment is calibrated to manufacturer's specifications to meet workplace requirements 1.5 Health and safety hazards/maintenance requirements are identified and reported to appropriate personnel according to workplace reporting procedures |
2 Operate and monitor the waste water treatment process |
2.1 The waste water system is started up according to company procedures 2.2 Plant is operated within limits of manufacturer's specifications to meet workplace requirements 2.3 Equipment is monitored to confirm operating condition 2.4 Waste water quality is monitored, tested and adjusted as required to meet water standards as defined by site licence 2.5 First flush systems are operated during rainfall events 2.6 The workplace meets housekeeping standards |
3 Analyse and respond to abnormal performance |
3.1 Water condition and plant operating conditions are analysed to identify causes of abnormal performance 3.2 Corrective action is taken in accordance with workplace procedures in response to hazards, out-of-specification test results and/or plant performance 3.3 Emergency procedures are implemented as required according to workplace procedures and manufacturer's recommendations |
4 Handover waste water treatment system |
4.1 Workplace records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements and workplace procedures 4.2 Handover is carried out according to workplace procedure 4.3 Waste water treatment operators are aware of system status and related equipment at completion of handover |
5 Shutdown the waste water treatment system |
5.1 The waste water treatment system is shut down according to workplace procedures 5.2 The waste water treatment system is prepared for storage in shut down mode 5.3 Maintenance requirements are identified and reported according to workplace reporting procedure |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills include: |
Ability to:
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Required knowledge includes: |
Knowledge of:
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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 |
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
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Method of assessment |
Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit. |
Guidance information for assessment |
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities. |
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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Policies and procedures |
Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, manufacturer's recommendations, legislative requirements, site licenses and trade waste service agreements and industrial awards and agreements. Legislation refers to environmental acts and regulations. |
Workplace information |
Workplace information can include:
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Equipment |
Equipment may include
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Equipment status |
Confirming equipment status involves
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Hazards |
Hazards typically include handling chemicals, manual handling and flammable gases. |
Equipment operation and monitoring |
Operation and monitoring of equipment and processes typically requires the use of control panels and systems. |
Tests |
Typical tests may include
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Teamwork |
Work may require the ability to work within a team environment. |
Information systems |
Information systems may be print or screen based. |
Unit Sector(s)
Sugar Milling.