Unit of competency Outline

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Manage biogas facilities

Manage biogas facilities

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPA415
State Code
OBD57
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/09/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/11/2019
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
22/11/2019
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and optimise the performance of a biogas facility.The unit applies to individuals who are responsible for managing the process of capturing and utilising biogas as an energy source.Those undertaking this unit would work autonomously and have responsibility for the performance and ongoing efficient operation of a biogas facility.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 licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify workplace biogas requirements
  • 1.1 Identify biogas requirements for all relevant areas of the workplace
  • 1.2 Determine workplace's ongoing biogas production capability and usage using agreed benchmarks
  • 1.3 Analyse performance data and use to identify trends in workplace requirements
2. Monitor and control performance of biogas system
  • 2.1 Establish performance standards and indicators using agreed benchmarks and best practice methods
  • 2.2 Monitor impact of upstream conditions on biogas system
  • 2.3 Develop and maintain record keeping systems
3. Comply with regulatory requirements for biogas facilities
  • 3.1 Comply with the appropriate state regulations governing gas fuel and odour emissions
  • 3.2 Meet the requirements of the relevant licensing agreements for biogas facilities
  • 3.3 Follow work health and safety (WHS) regulations for hazards concerning biogas production, storage, transport and use
4. Comply with the requirements for safe design and operation of biogas facilities
  • 4.1 Comply with the appropriate standards governing the design and construction of biogas systems
  • 4.2 Develop and maintain a site-specific Safety Management Plan covering the risks and management associated with a biogas system
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFA34 AMPMGT401 Manage biogas facilities Unit of competency