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Operate and control activated sludge processes

Operate and control activated sludge processes

Unit of competency
National Code
NWPTRT036
State Code
OBN55
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/06/2020
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
15/06/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate and control activated sludge processes.It includes measuring and reporting on system performance and process quality control. It also includes identifying faults, determining and applying technical adjustments. This unit applies to operational staff with a specific responsibility for wastewater activated sludge in treatment plants. Those undertaking this unit would work under appropriate supervision, performing routine tasks within a familiar context.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Determine work requirements from job specification and plans
  • 1.2 Select and check equipment required to meet safety requirements of task and site
  • 1.3 Select, fit and use required safety equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE)
2 Operate and control processes
  • 2.1 Conduct routine inspections according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Identify and report process faults to relevant personnel
  • 2.3 Collect process samples and conduct standard tests according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Perform basic process adjustments to maintain process performance parameters
3 Complete documentation
  • 3.1 Collect, interpret and record process data according to workplace procedures and process requirements
  • 3.2 Identify data outside of normal operational parameters and report to relevant personnel for further action
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVX96 NWPTRT081 Operate and control activated sludge processes Unit of competency