Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

FBPSUG2022 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate a waste water treatment system

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FBPSUG2022 - Operate a waste water treatment system
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate waste water treatment systems to comply with workplace requirements, trade waste agreements and site environmental authority.The unit applies to individuals who work under supervision in the sugar milling industry.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare the waste water treatment process for operation
  • Confirm chemicals and test equipment are ready for use
  • Confirm services are available and ready for operation
  • Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace safety procedures
  • Conduct pre-operational checks according to operating procedures
  • Calibrate instrumentation and test equipment according to operating specifications
  • Identify and report health and safety hazards and maintenance requirements according to workplace safety procedures
       
Element: Operate and monitor the waste water treatment process
  • Start the waste water treatment system according to operating procedures
  • Confirm operating condition is maintained within operating requirements
  • Monitor, test and adjust waste water quality according to operating procedures
  • Operate first flush systems during rainfall events
  • Ensure the work area is maintained to workplace cleaning standards
       
Element: Analyse and respond to abnormal performance
  • Analyse water condition and plant operating conditions according to workplace procedures and manufacturer’s guidelines
  • Take corrective action in response to hazards, out-of-specification test results and/or plant performance
  • Implement emergency procedures according to workplace safety procedures
       
Element: Hand over waste water treatment system
  • Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
  • Carry out handover according to workplace procedures
  • Ensure operators are aware of system status and related equipment at completion of handover
       
Element: Shut down the waste water treatment system
  • Safely shut down the system according to operating procedures
  • Prepare the system for storage in shutdown mode according to operating procedures
  • Identify and report operational maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Confirm chemicals and test equipment are ready for use 
Confirm services are available and ready for operation 
Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace safety procedures 
Conduct pre-operational checks according to operating procedures 
Calibrate instrumentation and test equipment according to operating specifications 
Identify and report health and safety hazards and maintenance requirements according to workplace safety procedures 
Start the waste water treatment system according to operating procedures 
Confirm operating condition is maintained within operating requirements 
Monitor, test and adjust waste water quality according to operating procedures 
Operate first flush systems during rainfall events 
Ensure the work area is maintained to workplace cleaning standards 
Analyse water condition and plant operating conditions according to workplace procedures and manufacturer’s guidelines 
Take corrective action in response to hazards, out-of-specification test results and/or plant performance 
Implement emergency procedures according to workplace safety procedures 
Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures 
Carry out handover according to workplace procedures 
Ensure operators are aware of system status and related equipment at completion of handover 
Safely shut down the system according to operating procedures 
Prepare the system for storage in shutdown mode according to operating procedures 
Identify and report operational maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

FBPSUG2022 - Operate a waste water treatment system
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FBPSUG2022 - Operate a waste water treatment system

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