Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Procedures
Procedures may be written, verbal, computer-based or in some other form. They may include, but are not limited to:
all work instructions
standard operating procedures
formulas/recipes
batch sheets
temporary instructions
any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant
good operating practice as may be defined by industry codes of practice
Procedures would be expected to comply with any relevant government regulations.
Logs and reports
Logs and reports may include:
paper or electronic-based logs and reports
verbal/radio reports
reporting items found which require action
Appropriate action
Appropriate action includes but is not limited to:
determining problems needing action
determining possible fault causes
rectifying predictable problems using appropriate solution from procedures
following through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
reporting problems outside area of responsibility/scope to designated person
Equipment
Load-out equipment may include, but is not limited to:
hoppers, bins or silos
conveyors
chutes
dust extraction equipment and bag houses
automated bagging or filling equipment
vibratory settling equipment
roller conveyors
motorised lifting equipment
appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
weighing equipment
moisture testing equipment
Containments
Solids containments may include, but are not limited to:
bulk bags
drums
road tankers
hopper cars
containers
sealed bins
Health, safety and environment (HSE)
All operations to which this unit applies are subject to stringent HSE requirements, which may be imposed through state or federal legislation, and these must not be compromised at any time. Where there is an apparent conflict between Performance Criteria and HSE requirements, the HSE requirements take precedence.
Typical problems
Typical problems may include:
rat holing and bridging in silos/bins/hoppers
routing issues
equipment problems
Work requirements
Work requirements may come from briefings, handovers and work orders and may include:
compliance documentation
product specifications
nature and scope of tasks
achievement targets
operational conditions
site layout and out of bounds areas
worksite inspection requirements
lighting conditions
plant or equipment defects
hazards and potential hazards
coordination requirements or issues
Appropriate personnel
Appropriate personnel may include:
other process operators
contractors
laboratory personnel
mobile plant operators
maintenance personnel

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence are:
early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems are recognised
the range of possible causes can be identified and analysed and the most likely cause determined
appropriate action is taken to ensure a timely return to full performance.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of this competency will occur over a range of situations which will include typical disruptions to normal, smooth operation. This will require access to an operating plant over an extended period of time, or a suitable method of gathering evidence of operating ability. Where safety, lack of opportunity or significant cost is an issue an industry-based simulation may be employed to assist the process.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, competency and safety requirements of the site and consistent with workplace systems or procedures.