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.
Policies and procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, licensing requirements, manufacturer's recommendations, legislative requirements, codes of practice and industrial awards and agreements.
Codes of practice
Codes of practice include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice.
Workplace information
Workplace information can include:
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
manufacturer's specifications.
Equipment status
Confirming equipment status involves
conducting relevant pre-start checks
confirming that housekeeping standards are met
all safety guards are in place
equipment is operational.
Turbines and related equipment
Turbines and related equipment may include
turbines and pass-out turbines
condensers
oil coolers
vacuum pumps
filters.
Equipment operation and monitoring
Operation and monitoring of equipment and processes typically requires the use of control panels and systems.
Services
Services may include:
steam
water
mill
instrumentation air and power.
Tests
Tests may include trip tests.
Teamwork
Work may require the ability to work within a team environment.
Information systems
Information systems may be print or screen based.

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.
Overview of assessment
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
confirm status of turbine and related services including availability of steam
conduct pre-start checks
liaise with other work areas to advise of turbine status
demonstrate set up and start up procedures
monitor turbine operation
take corrective action in response to abnormal or unacceptable performance
demonstrate shift handover procedure
demonstrate procedure to take turbine off line
demonstrate procedure to prepare the turbine for a prolonged shut down
demonstrate emergency trip procedure and related re-start.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
Turbine and related equipment
Relevant codes and standards
Operating procedures and related advice on equipment operation
Personal protective clothing and equipment
Communication systems and equipment
Housekeeping standards and procedures
Workplace information recording systems, requirements and procedures.
Method of assessment
Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
For assessment advice where the turbine operation is not a certified occupation, refer to the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. Where turbine operation is a certificated occupation, refer to the appropriate NOHSC competency standards, available from National Occupational Health and Safety Commission.
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.