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Monitor and control stock preparation systems

Monitor and control stock preparation systems

Unit of competency
National Code
PPMSPR201
State Code
ODT69
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/05/2022
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
31/05/2022
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and maintain stock preparation systems, ensure stock quality, complete product grade changes and record and report production data.The unit applies to production support operators who assist in the stock preparation operations of a pulp and/or paper manufacturing facility, undertaking routine work in monitoring, identifying and solving predictable problems that occur with integrated equipment and continuous operations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to monitor stock preparation operations
  • 1.1 Check production requirements at start of shift and plan work activities according to workplace health and safety and standard operating procedures
  • 1.2 Identify health and safety hazards and report safety concerns
  • 1.3 Select and fit personal protective equipment according to safety requirements
  • 1.4 Check tools and equipment are operational, and supplies are available
2. Monitor and maintain process
  • 2.1 Confirm operational status by inspection, observation and other information
  • 2.2 Maintain process supplies to meet production requirements
  • 2.3 Monitor process to ensure stock preparation system operations are within specification
  • 2.4 Identify, rectify or report routine variations from specification
  • 2.5 Monitor and maintain process levels to maintain productivity requirements
  • 2.6 Monitor and adjust stock systems during stock-off situations
  • 2.7 Complete routine preventative maintenance according to maintenance schedules
3. Control quality of stock, chemicals and water
  • 3.1 Monitor and maintain quality of stock, chemicals and water to specification
  • 3.2 Conduct routine visual observations and assessments on stock and system operations
  • 3.3 Sample and test stock quality, and interpret and record results
  • 3.4 Adjust system operation to rectify out-of-specification product and maintain productivity requirements
4. Complete product grade change
  • 4.1 Identify grade change requirements and obtain required stock and chemicals
  • 4.2 Shut down stock preparation systems according to operating procedures
  • 4.3 Complete flushing, draining and cleaning of stock, chemicals and water systems according to operating procedures
  • 4.4 Implement process setups or adjustments to meet new grade requirements
  • 4.5 Prepare required raw materials and supplies for new grade requirements
  • 4.6 Implement stock, chemical and water system start-ups to meet new grade requirements
  • 4.7 Implement grade change on the run according to production specifications
5. Record and report product and process data
  • 5.1 Interpret production data and enter into recording system
  • 5.2 Communicate problems or variations with process, product or equipment to relevant personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXI69 PPMSPR210 Monitor and control stock preparation systems Unit of competency