Assessor Resource
PMAOPS246A
Operate separation equipment
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit applies to a person who has the responsibility for starting up and shutting down separation operations in accordance with procedures, and making adjustments to flow rate and pressure, depending on the type of separation equipment.
This unit applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.
This unit does not cover powered separation equipment (e.g. centrifuge), or chemical separation equipment, which are instead covered by:
PMAOPS247A Operate powered separation equipment
PMAOPS208B Operate chemical separation equipment.
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge needed to operate typical stand-alone dual phase separation equipment as used in a chemical, oil/hydrocarbons or metalliferous minerals processing plant, and solving problems with separation processes.
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