Unit of competency Outline

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Operate and monitor communications system

Operate and monitor communications system

Unit of competency
National Code
UEPOPS085
State Code
ODY25
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/04/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/04/2023
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
14/04/2023
Nominal Hours
18
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate and monitor a communications system. A communications system includes the various processes, both formal and informal, by which information is passed between personnel within a power generation facility itself and its clients, customers and stakeholders.Competency in this unit requires the ability to plan work, operate and monitor a communications system and complete all documentation. Individuals will, in general, work under supervision, in a power generation facility as an operator.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply from this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Select and use equipment
  • 1.1 Communication systems are identified from relevant personnel and documentation in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations, legislative requirements, codes of practice, manufacturers’ recommendations and specifications, environmental requirements and workplace procedures are identified, applied and monitored
  • 1.3 Communication procedures for opening, passing and receiving messages are implemented in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Communication equipment is used in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Limitations of communication system are identified and alternatives used in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Monitor communication system
  • 2.1 Data acquisition is monitored and assessed for quality and action is taken in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Need for communication assistance is identified and addressed in accordance with job requirements and workplace procedures
3 Complete documentation
  • 3.1 Communication equipment problems and status is reported in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Documentation is updated in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAH43 UEPOPS203 Operate and monitor communications system Unit of competency