Unit of competency details
RIIPGP202D - Handle reagents (Release 1)
Summary
Companion volumes:
Unit of competency
Assessment requirements
Replaced release
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Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 061301 | Occupational Health And Safety | 02/May/2014 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
Not applicable.
Application
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to handle reagents in Metalliferous Mining.
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.
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.
Unit Sector
Metalliferous mining
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1. Plan and prepare for reagents handling
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1.1. Access, interpret and apply reagents handling documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
1.2. Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
1.3. Select, and check for faults, equipment/tools for work activities
1.4. Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the activity
1.5. Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
1.6. Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/ emergency
1.7. Communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods
1.8. Select appropriate type of auxiliary equipment for work activities
1.9. Perform equipment pre-start checks
1.10. Select appropriate reagents
1.11. Use approved fume suppression and extraction methods
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2. Start-up equipment in sequence
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2.1. Carry out start-up procedures and complete start-up checks according to plant configurations and system requirements
2.2. Confirm plant is operational
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3. Mix reagents
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3.1. Safely mix reagents to required parameters
3.2. Continuously inspect plant and identify defects and potential problems
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4. Add reagents
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4.1. Add reagent according to specified dosage and recommended location
4.2. Complete all required written documentation clearly, concisely and on time
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5. Transfer and store reagents
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5.1 Transfer reagents
5.2. Store reagents in approved storage facility
5.3. Confirm sufficient quantities of reagents are maintained
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6. Shutdown in sequence and/or isolate equipment
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6.1. Shutdown or isolate equipment in sequence
6.2. Perform post shutdown or isolation checks
6.3. Communicate end of shift information verbally or in writing to oncoming shift
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7. Conduct housekeeping activities
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7.1. Clean and check tools and equipment
7.2. Maintain and store tools and equipment
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Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit. Further information is available in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package Companion Volume.
Unit Mapping Information
RIIPGP202A Handle reagents
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
Assessment requirements
Modification History
Not applicable.
Performance Evidence
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
- locates and applies applicable, documentation, policies and procedures
- implements requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective handling of reagents activities including:
- performing pre-start checks
- diagnosing faults, identifying and addressing hazards
- selecting and using lifting equipment (manual, cranes and loads)
- using and selecting appropriate tools and equipment
- identify and select safe work practices
- works effectively with others to undertake and complete the handling of reagents that meets all of the required outcomes including:
- using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others
- maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
- communicating to confirm work/plans/specifications
- passing on end of shift information
- demonstrates consistent timely completion of reagent handling that safely, effectively and efficiently meet all of the required outcomes on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions including:
- performing correct sequencing for starting up equipment
- correctly operating and monitoring equipment including:
- inspecting operations/plant
- selecting, mix and add reagents to required parameters and specified dosage
- transferring and storing reagents
- inspecting plant and identify defects and potential problems
- performing shutdown and isolation checks in sequence
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in Handle reagents activities through:
- identifying and managing risks and hazards
- identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues setting up work activity
- complying with isolation and breakdown procedures and responsibilities
- complying with work health and safety practices
- complying with emergency procedures
- maintaining equipment safety requirements
- applying waste procedures
- carrying out work according to reagents handling principles and systems
- complying with WHS procedures
- using operational procedures and checks
- applying site safety requirements
- applying hazardous goods and consequences of spills procedures
- complying with site procedures
- applying site safety requirements
- selecting and checking for faults, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
- monitoring operations
- reporting defects
- applying safe work practices
- identifying contaminant
- identifying and complying with equipment limitations and maintaining operating parameters
- complying with equipment safety requirements
- identifying repair requirements
- applying isolation procedures
- interpreting and applying metallurgical and technical data (basic)
- applying operational procedures and checks
Assessment Conditions
- An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,
- this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,
- this unit must be assessed using Resources and Infrastructure Industry sector specific policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals; and,
- an assessor must demonstrate the skills and knowledge of this unit through five (5) years of current and continuous work with the Industry sector and must hold the TAE Assessor Skill Set or equivalent.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
