Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit covers the competency required to supervise and operate a mobile field laundry system to launder clothing in a field environment . This unit requires a team to load the system onto transport, site and erect the unit, connect ancillary equipment and utility supplies, conduct initial start-up procedures, operate the system, rectify operating faults, conduct routine maintenance and close the system down for transportation and storage. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite Unit /s |
Nil |
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 required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the Required Skills and Knowledge and/or the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Load the mobile field laundry system for transit |
1.1 Equipment components are aligned and positioned prior to lifting the container system to prevent damage to the laundry system 1.2 Attachments are fitted correctly in accordance with standard procedures 1.3 All mounting points, locks and nuts are physically checked prior to placing any weight on the high lift jacks, in accordance with standard procedures 1.4 Guides are effectively used to assist the driver when manoeuvring the vehicle under the laundry storage container, in accordance with standard procedures |
2. Site and erect the mobile field laundry system |
2.1 Laundry system is sited on ground that is hard standing, level and clear of debris to prevent fire risk, in accordance with standard procedures 2.2 Tentage and associated shelters and containers are located and erected around the laundry system without hindering access or operation 2.3 Gas supply systems are stored in accordance with standard procedures |
3. Conduct initial start up procedures |
3.1 Levelling is conducted correctly and at the correct speed to ensure the efficient discharge of waste water and to prevent malfunction, in accordance with standard procedures 3.2 Laundry system is locked into position to ensure additional security to the container 3.3 Water pressure is monitored in accordance with standard procedures 3.4 Blow down procedures are implemented whenever pressure exceeds operating parameters |
4. Monitor mobile field laundry system |
4.1 Container is opened correctly with equipment components locked into position and monitored, in accordance with standard procedures 4.2 Accessories are removed from the container, kept in close proximity and monitored, in accordance with standard procedures 4.3 Hoses and associated connection components are fitted correctly and laid flat to ensure that waste water does not cause a back-up of water to the machine or pollution to the environment 4.4 Electrical power is not connected until the laundry system is securely earthed in accordance with standard procedures 4.5 Utilities are maintained and checked periodically to ensure efficient operation of the laundry system 4.6 Wash cycles selected are appropriate to the program and temperature for the laundry requirement 4.7 Remedial actions are undertaken during operational failures or faults, in a timely manner, to reduce damage to the equipment 4.8 Cleaning and care of the machine is conducted and is appropriate to the machinery parts |
5. Conduct maintenance |
5.1 Daily procedures are conducted to ensure optimum operating efficiency 5.2 Solutions to problems are implemented to enable the unit to remain operational 5.3 Periodic inspections are conducted when the unit is in storage to ensure the unit remains in working condition while in storage |
6. Close down the mobile field laundry system |
6.1 Utility supplies are refilled (if applicable) after use to maintain operational readiness 6.2 Accessories are drained, disconnected, then dried and folded prior to packaging, transportation and storage, in accordance with operating instructions |
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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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to work as part of a team in an operational environment, and to site and operate a laundry system with minimal impact on the environment. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time, in a simulated field environment, to allow the individual to be assessed in a number of realistic scenarios to ensure consistency of performance. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to mobile field laundry system, complete with accessories and components; suitable vehicle or semi trailer for transportation; field training area; laundry for washing/drying; operator manuals; cleaning materials; camouflage nets and equipment; stationery; tentage; and gas, water and power supply. |
Guidance information for assessment |
Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. |
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
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Field environment may include |
Disaster relief Operational environment Primitive conditions with little of no infrastructure Providing humanitarian aid |
Ancillary equipment may include |
Accessories trolley Circulating pumps and systems Drying machines Gas bottles Gas burners Generators Heating systems Stave tanks Water tanks Waste water bladders Washing machines |
Transportation may include |
Air Rail Road Sea |
Equipment components may include |
Allen screws and keys Bolts, nuts and studs Ground plates Levelling jacks Twist lock plates |
Attachments may include |
Accessories trolley Air struts Flues Heater unit Panels Support arms Transit locking bars |
Standard procedures may include |
Australian Standards Defence instructions Doctrinal pamphlets Job guides, other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions Occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Operating Procedures Standing Orders Written and verbal orders |
Siting requirements may include |
Access to water, power and waste water disposal An area free of debris/fire hazard Consideration of the area around the container Ground that is hard-standing and as level as possible Noise resonance considerations Requirement for additional tentage or camouflage |
Tentage may include |
Braces Camouflage netting Support tent tubes Tarpaulins Tent poles and spikes Tents (ends and extensions) 20 x 30 or 14 x 14 |
Gas supply systems may include |
Bottled gas Gas burners Hoses Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) Propane Regulators Town gas supply |
Blow down procedures may include |
Bleeding water from hoses Circulating water (hot or cold) Isolating and closing valves Monitoring operation Opening drains and filters Reducing water pressure Releasing entrapped air Replacing pumps on failure |
Accessories may include |
Adapter boxes, pins, valves and cables Basins Baskets Bin packs Brooms Buckets Capacitors Chairs Clamps Earth stakes Electronic controls First aid kit Gas cylinders, burners, regulators Gloves Hand cleaner Hoses Iron and ironing board Ladders Laundry soap Membranes Mops Power board Pumps Repair kits (cold and hot water) Rollers Spades Tool kits Torches V belts Wrenches |
Utilities may include |
Electricity Gas Water |
Maintenance checks may include |
Bas burners Cartridge filters isolation valves Checks for foreign bodies Cleaning and care Condition and security of fittings Discharge hoses Lighting (fluorescent tubes) Rings Utility supply Water pressure Weekly circulation of water through the system |
Remedial actions may include |
Blow down procedures Interruption of wash cycles/programs Checking hoses lay flat Checks on burners and pilots Connection checks Crash shut down Operating pressure checks |
Cleaning may include |
Air drying Cleaning detergent boxes to remove residue Cleaning filters (for lint and fluff) Deodorising Monitoring rush spots Use of detergents (scouring powders, proprietary stainless steel cleaners) Use of warm water Wiping out of machines and drums |
Daily procedures may include |
Checking connections of hoses Cleaning after use Leaving doors ajar for drying Monitoring burner pilots Monitoring operating pressures Resetting utility supplies |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Corequisite Unit/s
Co-requisite Unit /s |
Nil |