Modification History
Release 3 - inclusion of 3 new electives in Group C.
Description
The PMA30113 Certificate III in Process Plant Operations has been developed as a technical qualification for use in the PMA08 Chemical, Hydrocarbons and Refining Training Package.
Job roles/employment outcomes
The PMA30113 Certificate III in Process Plant Operation is intended for advanced operators and operations technicians who use production equipment to directly produce products. At this level, operators/technicians would undertake more advanced operations, typically of integrated plant units in accordance with the operating procedures, and would apply their knowledge to anticipate problems. They would be expected to solve a range of foreseen and unforeseen problems, using product and process knowledge to develop solutions to problems which do not have a known solution, or a solution recorded in the procedures.
The MSA30107Certificate III in Process Manufacturing is available for production support employees at this level and should be used where the job requirements do not allow for the development of competency in sufficient technical units of competency. The Certificate III in MSA31108 Competitive Manufacturing is available for employees at this level where the job requires sophisticated manufacturing practice skills rather than technical skills.
Application
This qualification is typically used to develop employees performing an advanced operational role that includes an ability to work independently and conduct technical problem solving according to the needs of the work in the chemical, hydrocarbons or refining sectors.
Operators may specialise in one of the following areas:
- fine chemicals
- heavy chemicals
- petrochemicals
- polymer manufacture
- hydrocarbon extraction
- hydrocarbon transmission
- hydrocarbon processing/refining
- minerals processing/refining
- metalliferous processing/refining
- metals smelting/processing
- other related areas.
Specialisations must be reflected by the selection of units identified for specialised streams.
Training programs for this qualification are suitable to be undertaken as part of a formal training contract with an employer under an Australian Traineeship or Apprenticeship arrangement.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry. Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed MSA20107 Certificate II in Process Manufacturing, PMA20113 Certificate II in Process Plant Operations or other relevant qualifications. Credit for this qualification may also include units contained within relevant skill sets.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include PMA40110 Certificate IV in Process Plant Technology, MSA41108 Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing or MSA40108 Certificate IV in Manufacturing Technology or other relevant qualifications.
Additional qualification advice
An industry specialisation should include a range of units (typically production or other units relevant to the specialisation) that focus more on the industry speciality than a generic qualification.
MSA30107 Certificate III in Process Manufacturing, in the MSA07 Manufacturing Training Package is available for production support employees at this level and should be used where the job requirements do not allow for the development of competency in sufficient technical units of competency.
MSA31108 Certificate III in Competitive Manufacturing is available for employees at this level who already possess technical skills and who require additional manufacturing practice skills above those available in this qualification.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, in some jurisdictions some units of competency in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
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Employability Skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
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Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
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To be awarded the PMA30113 Certificate III in Process Plant Operations competency must be achieved in twenty one (21) units of competency chosen: five (5) core units of competency sixteen (16) elective units of competency as specified below. Note Where prerequisite units apply, these must be considered in the total number of units chosen. |
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Core units of competency |
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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MSAENV272B |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
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MSAPMOHS110A |
Follow emergency response procedures |
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MSAPMOHS200A |
Work safely |
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MSAPMSUP100A |
Apply workplace procedures |
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MSAPMSUP102A |
Communicate in the workplace |
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Elective units of competency |
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Select sixteen (16) units as specified below: A minimum of two (2) from Group A The remainder may be chosen from Groups A, B and C (with a maximum of twelve (12) from Group C) to bring the total number of electives to sixteen (16) . Note that up to four (4) of the elective units can be chosen from other qualifications in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, as specified in Groups B and C. |
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Group A – Specialist electives |
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Unit code |
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Prerequisites |
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PMAOMIR305A |
Operate panel during an emergency |
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PMAOPS300B |
Operate a production unit |
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PMAOPS301B |
Produce products by distillation |
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PMAOPS302B |
Operate reactors and reaction equipment |
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PMAOPS303B |
Operate furnaces to induce reaction |
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PMAOPS304B |
Operate and monitor compressor systems and equipment |
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PMAOPS305B |
Operate process control systems |
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PMAOPS307B |
Transfer bulk fluids into/out of storage facility |
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PMAOPS308B |
Organise storage and logistics of general materials |
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PMAOPS309B |
Operate particulates handling/ storage equipment |
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PMAOPS312B |
Undertake ship loading/unloading operations |
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PMAOPS319A |
Adjust batch |
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PMAOPS320B |
Conduct artificial lift |
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PMAOPS321B |
Undertake well management |
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PMAOPS323A |
Operate and monitor heating furnace |
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PMAOPS324A |
Operate a gas turbine |
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PMAOPS325B |
Generate electrical power |
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PMAOPS326B |
Produce product using gas absorption |
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PMAOPS327B |
Produce product using fixed bed dehydration |
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PMAOPS329B |
Produce product using liquid extraction |
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PMAOPS330B |
Communicate pipeline control centre operations |
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PMAOPS333A |
Operate wells and gathering systems |
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PMAOPS335A |
Conduct pipeline pigging |
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PMAOPS340B |
Operate cryogenic processes |
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PMAOPS350B |
Match and adjust colour |
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PMAOPS390B |
Operate a biochemical process |
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PMAOPS360A |
Operate a metalliferous kiln/furnace |
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PMAOPS361A |
Operate a smelting furnace |
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PMAOPS362A |
Operate a blast furnace |
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PMAOPS364A |
Operate an electrochemical process |
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PMAOPS365A |
Operate pelletising equipment |
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PMAOPS366A |
Operate sintering equipment |
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PMAOPS460A |
Monitor and operate tailings management facilities |
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FDFPHGMP3A |
Monitor the implementation of Good Manufacturing Practice procedures |
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MEM07033B |
Operate and monitor basic boiler |
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MEM07034A |
Operate and monitor intermediate class boiler |
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MEM18011C |
Shutdown and isolate machine |
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NWP357B |
Monitor, operate and control reverse osmosis and nano-filtration processes |
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UEPOPS340B |
Operate and monitor a steam turbine |
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One (1) unit may be chosen from Group A in PMA40113 Certificate IV in Process Plant Technology. |
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Group B |
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Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
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MEM09003B |
Prepare basic engineering drawing |
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MSAPMOHS300A |
Facilitate the implementation of OHS for a work group |
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MSAPMPER300C |
Issue work permits |
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MSAPMSUP300A |
Identify and implement opportunities to maximise production efficiencies |
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MSAPMSUP301A |
Apply HACCP to the workplace |
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MSAPMSUP303A |
Identify equipment faults |
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MSAPMSUP309A |
Maintain and organise workplace records |
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MSAPMSUP310A |
Contribute to development of plant documentation |
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MSAPMSUP330A |
Develop and adjust a production schedule |
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MSAPMSUP382A |
Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace |
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MSAPMSUP383A |
Facilitate a team |
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MSAPMSUP390A |
Use structured problem solving tools |
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PMAOHS310B |
Investigate incidents |
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PMAOHS311B |
Lead emergency teams |
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PMAOHS312B |
Command the operation of survival craft |
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PMAOHS320C |
Provide advanced first aid response |
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PMAOHS321B |
Provide first aid response in remote and/or isolated area |
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PMAOMIR301B |
Undertake initial rescue |
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PMAOMIR302B |
Respond to a helideck incident |
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PMAOMIR317B |
Facilitate search and rescue operations |
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PMAOMIR320B |
Manage incident response information |
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PMAOMIR321B |
Manage communication systems during an incident |
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PMAOMIR346B |
Assess and secure an incident site |
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PMASUP305A |
Operate Offshore Cranes |
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PMASUP311A |
Operate communications hub |
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PMASUP341B |
Monitor and maintain instrument and control systems |
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PMASUP342B |
Monitor and maintain electrical systems |
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PMASUP343B |
Monitor and maintain cathodic protection systems |
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PMASUP344B |
Monitor and control repairs and modifications on operational pipe |
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PMASUP345A |
Monitor vibration |
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PMASUP346A |
Control corrosion |
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PMASUP347A |
Undertake corrosion inspection in a petrochemical environment |
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MSL973001A |
Perform basic tests |
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PSPGOV308B |
Work effectively with diversity |
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TAEASS301B |
Contribute to assessment |
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TAEDEL301A |
Provide work skill instruction |
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Up to one (1) relevant unit may be chosen from this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where the unit is available at Certificates III or IV. |
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Group C |
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Unit code |
Unit title |
Prerequisites |
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FDFPH1001A |
Follow work procedures to maintain Good Manufacturing Practice |
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FDFPH2001A |
Apply Good Manufacturing Practice procedures |
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MEM04001B |
Operate melting furnaces |
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MEM05012C |
Perform routine manual metal arc welding |
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MEM09002B |
Interpret technical drawing |
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MEM11011B |
Undertake manual handling |
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MEM16005A |
Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities |
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MSAPMOHS100A |
Follow OHS procedures |
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MSAPMOHS205A |
Control minor incidents |
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MSAPMOHS210B |
Undertake first response to non-fire incidents |
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MSAPMOHS212A |
Undertake first response to fire incidents |
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MSAPMOHS216A |
Operate breathing apparatus |
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MSAPMOHS217A |
Gas test atmospheres |
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MSAPMOHS220A |
Provide initial first aid response |
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MSAPMOPS100A |
Use equipment |
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MSAPMOPS102A |
Perform tasks to support production |
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MSAPMOPS200A |
Operate equipment |
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MSAPMOPS212A |
Use enterprise computers or data systems |
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MSAPMPER200C |
Work in accordance with an issued permit |
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MSAPMPER201A |
Monitor and control work permits |
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MSAPMPER202A |
Observe permit work |
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MSAPMPER205C |
Enter confined space |
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MSAPMSUP101A |
Clean workplace or equipment |
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MSAPMSUP106A |
Work in a team |
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MSAPMSUP172A |
Identify and minimise environmental hazards |
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MSAPMSUP200A |
Achieve work outcomes |
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MSAPMSUP201A |
Receive or despatch goods |
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MSAPMSUP204A |
Pack products or materials |
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MSAPMSUP205A |
Transfer loads |
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MSAPMSUP210A |
Process and record information |
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MSAPMSUP240A |
Undertake minor maintenance |
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MSAPMSUP280A |
Manage conflict at work |
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MSAPMSUP291A |
Participate in continuous improvement |
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MSAPMSUP292A |
Sample and test materials and product |
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MSL952001A |
Collect routine site samples |
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MSS402002A |
Sustain process improvements |
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MSS402030A |
Apply cost factors to work practices |
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MSS402031A |
Interpret product costs in terms of customer requirements |
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MSS402040A |
Apply 5S procedures |
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MSS402050A |
Monitor process capability |
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MSS402051A |
Apply quality standards |
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MSS402060A |
Use planning software systems in operations |
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MSS402080A |
Undertake root cause analysis |
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MSS402081A |
Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy |
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PMAOHS211B |
Prepare equipment for emergency response |
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PMAOHS213B |
Undertake fire control and emergency rescue |
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PMAOHS214B |
Undertake helicopter safety and escape |
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PMAOHS215B |
Apply offshore facility abandonment and sea survival procedures |
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PMAOHS221B |
Maintain first aid supplies and records |
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PMAOMIR210B |
Control evacuation to muster point |
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PMAOPS101C |
Read dials and indicators |
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PMAOPS105C |
Select and prepare materials |
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PMAOPS201B |
Operate fluid flow equipment |
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PMAOPS202B |
Operate fluid mixing equipment |
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PMAOPS203B |
Handle goods |
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PMAOPS204B |
Use utilities and services |
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PMAOPS205B |
Operate heat exchangers |
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PMAOPS208B |
Operate chemical separation equipment |
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PMAOPS210B |
Operate particulates handling equipment |
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PMAOPS211B |
Operate manufacturing extruders |
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PMAOPS213B |
Package product/material |
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PMAOPS216B |
Operate local control system |
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PMAOPS217B |
Operate wet milling equipment |
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PMAOPS220B |
Monitor chemical reactions in the process |
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PMAOPS221B |
Operate and monitor prime movers |
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PMAOPS222B |
Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment |
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PMAOPS223B |
Operate and monitor valve systems |
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PMAOPS224B |
Provide fluids for utilities and support |
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PMAOPS226A |
Monitor and operate flare systems |
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PMAOPS230B |
Monitor, operate and maintain pipeline stations and equipment |
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PMAOPS231B |
Control gas odourisation |
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PMAOPS232B |
Produce product by filtration |
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PMAOPS233A |
Monitor wells and gathering systems |
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PMAOPS234A |
Monitor and operate low pressure compressors |
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PMAOPS240B |
Store liquids in bulk |
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PMAOPS241A |
Operate Joule-Thomson effect device |
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PMAOPS242A |
Moor ships for transfer of bulk processed particulates or fluids |
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PMAOPS246A |
Operate separation equipment |
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PMAOPS247A |
Operate powered separation equipment |
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PMAOPS260A |
Conduct screening operations |
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PMAOPS261A |
Operate bulk solids loading equipment |
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PMAOPS262A |
Operate digestion equipment |
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PMAOPS263A |
Operate leaching equipment |
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PMAOPS264A |
Operate solvent extraction equipment |
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PMAOPS265A |
Operate magnetic/electrical separation equipment |
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PMAOPS280B |
Interpret process plant schematics |
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PMAOPS290B |
Operate a biotreater |
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PMASMELT260B |
Form carbon anodes |
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PMASMELT261B |
Bake carbon anodes |
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PMASMELT262B |
Clean and strip anode rods |
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PMASMELT263B |
Spray carbon anodes |
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PMASMELT264B |
Start up reduction cells |
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PMASMELT265B |
Operate reduction cells |
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PMASMELT266B |
Deliver molten metal |
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PMASMELT267B |
Cast aluminium ingots |
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PMASMELT268B |
Vertical direct casting |
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PMASMELT269A |
Operate cell tending equipment |
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PMASMELT270A |
Supply product from reduction cells |
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PMASUP236B |
Operate vehicles in the field |
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PMASUP237B |
Undertake crane, dogging and load transfer operations |
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PMASUP241B |
Maintain pipeline easements |
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PMASUP242B |
Monitor pipeline civil works |
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PMASUP243B |
Monitor and maintain pipeline coatings |
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PMASUP244A |
Prepare and isolate plant |
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PMASUP245A |
Break and make flanged joints using hand tools |
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PMASUP246A |
Disconnect and reconnect non-flared tube fitting joints |
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PMC552002C |
Operate equipment to blend/mix materials |
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PMC552003C |
Operate grinding equipment |
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PMC552008B |
Operate crushing equipment |
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PMC562070B |
Move materials |
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RIIOHS204A |
Work safely at heights |
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RIIRIS201B |
Conduct local risk control |
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TLID2010A |
Operate a forklift |
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UEPOPS319B |
Operate and monitor gas production plant |
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Up to three (3) relevant units may be chosen from this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where those units are available at Certificates II or III. |
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