Unit of competency Outline
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Operate and control iron and manganese removal processes
Operate and control iron and manganese removal processes
Unit of competency
National Code
NWPTRT008
NWPTRT008
State Code
OBN73
OBN73
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/06/2020
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
15/06/2020
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate and control iron and manganese removal processes.It includes identifying faults, applying process adjustments, following instructions and reporting on processes.This unit applies to those working as operational staff in treatment. 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 specifications and plans
- 1.2 Select and check equipment required to meet safety requirements of task and worksite
- 1.3 Select, fit and use required safety equipment including personal protective equipment (PPE)
2 Operate and control processes for iron and manganese removal
- 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 Interpret data and make process adjustments to maintain operational parameters
3 Report on process
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVY19 | NWPTRT014 | Operate and control iron and manganese removal processes | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFB4 | NWP30219 | Certificate III in Water Industry Operations | Qualification |
| BIH1 | NWP30222 | Certificate III in Water Industry Operations | Qualification |