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:

liaise with relevant work areas

confirm that all equipment within the system meets operating standards

monitor implementation of set-up and start-up procedures

monitor observance of work procedures and systems

monitor materials flow and work-in-progress through the system

confirm that the system operates within specified parameters and control points are monitored

determine responses to out-of-specification results or non-conformance within level of responsibility

coordinate batch/product changeovers

plan maintenance and cleaning procedures to minimise disruption

monitor operating efficiencies of the system

review and maintain procedures to support system improvements

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:

Operating procedures and related advice on equipment operation including advice on safe work practices and environmental requirements

Personal protective clothing and equipment

Company policies and workplace systems including human resources, OHS, quality, food safety and environmental management

Product and process specifications and operating parameters

System processes and related equipment

Materials and services as required

Related work areas and communication system

Planning, resources management and training arrangements

Troubleshooting advice where available

Material Safety Data Sheets where appropriate

Housekeeping standards and procedures

Advice on environmental management issues relevant to work responsibilities

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

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.

Required skills include:

Ability to:

liaise with relevant work areas to confirm or secure necessary materials, services, equipment and labour to meet production requirements

confirm that all equipment within the system meets operating standards, all safety guards are in place and equipment is ready for operation

confirm that materials have been cleared for use

monitor implementation of set-up and start-up procedures including monitoring the use of check sheets by others

monitor observance of work procedures and systems

monitor materials flow and work-in-progress through the system

confirm that the system operates within specified parameters and control points are monitored

determine responses to out-of-specification results or non-conformance within level of responsibility

coordinate batch/product changeovers

communicate information effectively

plan maintenance and cleaning procedures to minimise disruption

monitor operating efficiencies of the system and investigate, resolve and/or report problems

review and maintain procedures to support system improvements

Required knowledge includes:

Knowledge of:

purpose and principles of the system including optimisation

equipment purpose and operation including an understanding of process control systems where used

technical knowledge of product characteristics and processing requirements for varying inputs.

codes and legislation relating to product and packaging requirements

equipment calibration schedule and responsibilities

type and purpose of sampling and testing conducted

related work areas and departments

relevant procedures, specifications and operating parameters for the system and the individual units

relevant systems and legislative responsibilities in areas such as human resources, quality, occupational health and safety and environmental management

industrial awards and agreements relating to system operation

hazards, risks, controls and methods for monitoring processes within the system

maintenance and cleaning requirements of equipment in system

process improvement procedures and related consultative arrangements

troubleshooting procedures and problem solving techniques

recording requirements and procedures

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, 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 and sugar industry codes of practice related to cane railway and transport operations.

Sugar system operations

System operation involves:

planning

coordination

troubleshooting and

optimisation within the operator's level of authority.

Unit operations

Unit operations include:

cane receivals

weighing and feeding

preparation

crushing

boilers

ash system

power generation

waste water treatment

water and air services

juice circuit

clarification

mud filters

evaporators

high and low grade pans

crystallisers

sugar driers and storage

high and low grade fugals.

Control points

Control points refer to those key points in a work process which must be monitored and controlled. This includes:

safety, quality and regulatory control points and

inspection points.

System equipment

Operation and monitoring of equipment and processes typically requires the use of control panels and systems.

Workplace systems

Workplace systems are in place to support production processes. These include:

occupational health and safety

product quality

factory throughput

recovery

maintenance and

environmental management.

Teamwork

Work may require the ability to work within a team environment.

Information systems

Information systems may be print or screen based.