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Operate a mud filtration process

Operate a mud filtration process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPSUG2011
State Code
OAM32
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
030307 - Food Processing Technology
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a mud filtration process from the clarifiers to mud disposal.The unit applies to individuals who work under supervision in the sugar milling industry.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the mud filtration process for operation
  • 1.1 Assess and condition mud to meet filtration requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm services are available and ready for operation
  • 1.3 Check equipment in readiness for use according to operating specifications
  • 1.4 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment as required
  • 1.5 Set the mud filtration process to meet production requirements
2. Operate and monitor the mud filtration process
  • 2.1 Start and operate the mud filtration process according to operating procedures
  • 2.2 Confirm process performance is maintained within specification
  • 2.3 Ensure mud meets specifications for pol and moisture
  • 2.4 Monitor equipment to confirm operating condition
  • 2.5 Identify, rectify or report out-of-specification mud, process and equipment performance according to workplace procedures
3. Hand over the mud filtration process
  • 3.1 Maintain workplace records according to workplace requirements
  • 3.2 Carry out shift changeover according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Ensure mud filtration station operators are aware of system and related equipment status at completion of handover
4. Shut down the mud filtration process
  • 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure for operational and long-term shutdown conditions
  • 4.2 Safely shut down the mud filtration system according to operating procedures
  • 4.3 Prepare the mud filtration system for storage in shutdown mode
  • 4.4 Identify and report operational maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD841 FDFSUG211A Operate a mud filtration process Unit of competency