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Operate magnetic/electrical separation equipment

Operate magnetic/electrical separation equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
PMAOPS265
State Code
AXN20
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to operate magnetic/electrical separation equipment and related drivers as used in a chemical, oil/hydrocarbons or metalliferous minerals processing plant.This unit of competency applies to the operation of a variety of magnetic/electrical separators which can be used for gaseous, liquid and solids separation duties and includes one or more of the following:low intensity magnetic separatorshigh intensity magnetic separatorswet drum magnetic separatorscross belt magnetselectrostatic separators.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to start up and shut down and operate magnetic/electrical separation equipment, monitor its performance and make adjustments to flow rate and pressure, and identify problems with separation processes and equipment, including the driver powering the separation equipment, and take appropriate action.This unit of competency applies to an individual who may work alone although under routine direction and supervision. They may work as part of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.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 Receive and give shift handover
  • 1.2 Identify work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and control hazards
  • 1.4 Coordinate with appropriate personnel
  • 1.5 Check for recent work undertaken on magnetic/electrical separation equipment
  • 1.6 Note any outstanding/incomplete work
  • 1.7 Check operational status of magnetic/electrical separation equipment
2 Operate magnetic/electrical separation equipment in accordance with procedures
  • 2.1 Identify the type of magnetic/electrical separation equipment and duty
  • 2.2 Adjust process variables as appropriate to type of magnetic/electrical separation equipment and duty
  • 2.3 Complete routine checks, logs and paperwork, taking appropriate action on unexpected readings and trends
3 Recognise and take action on abnormal situations in accordance with procedures
  • 3.1 Monitor magnetic/electrical separation equipment frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and senses
  • 3.2 Identify impacts of any changes upstream and downstream
  • 3.3 Recognise situations which may require action
  • 3.4 Resolve routine problems
  • 3.5 Take actions on other abnormal situations to make safe and have the situation resolved
4 Isolate and de-isolate magnetic/electrical separation equipment
  • 4.1 Complete any required pre-start checks
  • 4.2 Start up/shut down/changeover magnetic/electrical separation equipment according to the plant type and duty in liaison with other personnel
  • 4.3 Isolate magnetic/electrical separation equipment
  • 4.4 Make safe for required work
  • 4.5 Check magnetic/electrical separation equipment is ready to be returned to service
  • 4.6 De-isolate and prepare magnetic/electrical separation equipment for return to service
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG548 PMAOPS265A Operate magnetic/electrical separation equipment Unit of competency