Assessor Resource
PMAOPS264A
Operate solvent extraction equipment
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit applies to a person who has the responsibility for starting up, shutting down and operating solvent extraction equipment to procedures; and making adjustments to flow rate, pressure and temperature of solvent extraction 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 leaching equipment, which is instead covered by:
PMAOPS263A Operate leaching equipment.
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge needed to operate typical solvent extraction equipment as used in a metalliferous minerals processing plant. It also includes solving problems with solvent extraction processes and the equipment, including any ancillary equipment.
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