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Prepare asphalt

Prepare asphalt

Unit of competency
National Code
MSMPMC323
State Code
OAF18
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/10/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2019
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
21/05/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare batches of asphalt. It applies to batching plants used in the asphalt industry, including batch, continuous, fixed and mobile plants. It applies to natural bitumen obtained from oil refineries and synthetic bitumen for coloured asphalt.This unit applies to operators who are required to take responsibility for own outputs and follow established procedures to prepare aggregates, bitumen and other materials; set and adjust plant conditions and mix and discharge asphalt. Operators are also required to work autonomously and apply their own judgement to interpret information; monitor processes; identify and address routine and non-routine problems and control hazards. This unit applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and in liaison with other shift team members, team leader and supervisor. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine mix requirements
  • 1.1 Check work schedule, job specification or job card
  • 1.2 Select correct type and quantity of aggregates and other materials
  • 1.3 Meet all special requirements and specifications
  • 1.4 Identify any material handling problems
  • 1.5 Update material records
2. Mix asphalt
  • 2.1 Check setup of equipment as required by specifications and standard procedures
  • 2.2 Set and adjust plant conditions for required product
  • 2.3 Feed aggregate to dryer at required rates
  • 2.4 Prepare bitumen and other materials and add to mixer
  • 2.5 Check that materials prepared match requirements
  • 2.6 Use ancillary equipment
  • 2.7 Mix to obtain required results
  • 2.8 Discharge product to asphalt storage or delivery
3. Monitor asphalt process
  • 3.1 Check and adjust settings
  • 3.2 Make routine checks and recognise developing problems
  • 3.3 Recognise equipment in need of maintenance or repair
  • 3.4 Take sample and interpret test results
  • 3.5 Take appropriate action to ensure continuing quality production
4. Maintain batching plant and area
  • 4.1 Keep area and equipment clean and in good order
  • 4.2 Unload and shut down equipment
  • 4.3 Respond to routine problems
5. Rectify routine problems
  • 5.1 Identify and rectify faults and equipment failure
  • 5.2 Maintain records and log books of equipment operations
  • 5.3 Identify non-routine problems and report to designated person
6. Control hazards
  • 6.1 Identify asphalt preparation hazards
  • 6.2 Assess the risks arising from those hazards
  • 6.3 Implement measures to control those risks
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAH35 PMC552065 Prepare asphalt Unit of competency