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Troubleshoot and rectify boiler plant systems

Troubleshoot and rectify boiler plant systems

Unit of competency
National Code
PPMSTM440
State Code
AXE97
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/10/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
25/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, diagnose, rectify and report faults in boiler plant systems, in the pulp and paper industry.The unit applies to senior operators and production specialists who troubleshoot and rectify boiler plant systems, in a pulp or paper manufacturing facility. This typically involves working in a facility with complex integrated equipment and continuous operations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Where the boiler equipment falls under the category for which a High Risk Work Licence is required, this unit should not be used and the appropriate unit should be sought.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify and diagnose causes of faults
  • 1.1 Check and plan work according to productivity requirements, environmental sustainability procedures, workplace health and safety and standard operating procedures (SOP) including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment, risks and hazards identification and housekeeping requirements
  • 1.2 Interpret abnormal plant conditions and machine alarms to determine fault type and location
  • 1.3 Undertake physical inspections of plant, equipment and processes to identify faults
  • 1.4 Identify boiler type and locate cause and source of fault
  • 1.5 Isolate faulty plant, if possible, and confirm with production and maintenance
  • 1.6 Confirm diagnosis by access and reference to relevant historical data
  • 1.7 Communicate diagnosis to relevant personnel
2. Rectify faults
  • 2.1 Implement shutdown and isolation procedures
  • 2.2 Repair or replace faulty equipment in accordance with work health and safety and SOP
  • 2.3 Adjust process and systems to restore normal operations
  • 2.4 Communicate normal operations to relevant personnel
3. Record and report operational data
  • 3.1 Document troubleshooting process and responses to corrective actions, as required
  • 3.2 Document variations from standard specifications and boiler operating faults
  • 3.3 Communicate relevant information to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUX94 FPPSTM440A Troubleshoot and rectify boiler plant systems Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODT60 PPMSTM401 Troubleshoot and rectify boiler plant systems Unit of competency