Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This competency covers the selection and preparation of materials for use in production processes. The focus of this unit is finding and delivering the right materials to the process in the right condition. Along the way, some minor preparation may be required. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
A typical application of this competency could be an operator preparing a range of chemicals or other substances for use in a batch process. The operator would visually inspect each item for deterioration or damage, and follow procedures to prepare materials. Once prepared, the operator would then assemble the materials for supply to production areas. This unit only covers those situations where mixing, grinding, testing, etc, are an incidental part of the process of preparing materials for use in production. It does not cover those situations where the primary function is mixing, grinding, testing, etc. Instead see:
The operator requires a knowledge of classes of compatible and incompatible chemicals, as well as an understanding of HAZCHEM symbols and codes, and hazardous substances regulations. This includes the procedures for safe handling and storage of chemicals and hazardous substances. The operator also needs to be able to follow procedures for disposal of chemicals and other hazardous substances, and for dealing with spills or other containment issues. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
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. Identify and locate materials. |
1.1. Identify material requirements correctly from documentation 1.2. Identify type, quantity and quality of materials 1.3. Identify material hazards and handling procedures 1.4. Locate and check materials to procedures 1.5. Confirm availability of required quantity of materials 1.6. Record and report material shortages. |
2. Contribute to controlling hazards. |
2.1. Identify other hazards in work area 2.2. Take action to control material hazards as per documentation 2.3. Take appropriate action to control other hazards in the workplace. |
3. Measure quantity of materials |
3.1. Identify types of measuring equipment and their purpose, and select according to requirements 3.2. Measure and assemble required quantities 3.3. Check material quantities against documentation 3.4. Document and label materials 3.5. Deliver materials to correct location. |
4. Prepare materials as required. |
4.1. Check that hoppers, bins and holding tanks are free from contamination 4.2. Identify classes of compatible and incompatible chemicals 4.3. Prepare materials to procedures. |
5. Store assembled materials. |
5.1. Identify the storage conditions required for the main classes of chemicals 5.2. Identify materials that have special storage requirements 5.3. Store and supply materials. |
6. Dispose of waste materials. |
6.1. Correctly identify waste materials 6.2. Dispose of materials to procedures and OHS and environmental requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
Assessment of this unit should include demonstrated competence on actual plant and equipment in a work environment. The unit will be assessed in as holistic a manner as is practical and may be integrated with the assessment of other relevant units of competency. Assessment will occur over a range of situations which could include disruptions to normal, smooth operation. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Consistent performance should be demonstrated. In particular look to see that:
These aspects may be best assessed using a range of scenarios/case studies/what-ifs as the stimulus, with a walk-through forming part of the response. The assessment activities should include responding to a range of problems. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment will require access to an operating plant over an extended period of time, or a suitable method of gathering evidence of operating ability over a range of situations. A bank of scenarios/case studies/what-ifs will be required as will a bank of questions which will be used to probe the reasoning behind the observable actions. |
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Method of assessment |
In all plants it may be appropriate to assess this unit concurrently with relevant teamwork and communication units. It may be appropriate to assess this unit concurrently with HSE units. |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oracy, language and literacy capacity of the assessee and the work being performed. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Codes of practice / standards |
Where reference is made to industry codes of practice, and/or Australian/international standards, the latest version must be used. |
Tasks |
This competency is typically performed by operators, weighers, mixers or stores personnel, and includes the following tasks (select relevant items):
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Materials preparation |
Typical examples of preparation required might include (select relevant items):
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Equipment |
Equipment may include:
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Documentation |
Documentation may include:
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Materials |
Materials may include:
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Problems |
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Procedures |
Procedures may be written, verbal, computer-based or in some other form. They include:
For the purposes of this Training Package, 'procedures' also includes good operating practice as may be defined by industry codes of practice (eg Responsible Care) and government regulations. |
MSDS |
An operator is expected to be aware of an MSDS, its general structure and where to find the methods of use, cautions and actions in an emergency. They are not expected to understand the full text of an MSDS. |
Material hazards and handling procedures |
Material hazards and handling procedures may be identified from label
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Health , safety and environment (HSE ) |
All operations to which this unit applies are subject to stringent health, safety and environment requirements, which may be imposed through State or Federal legislation, and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between Performance Criteria and HSE requirements, the HSE requirements take precedence. |
Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Operational/technical |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |