The range statement links the required knowledge and organisational and technical requirements to the workplace context. It describes any contextual variables that will be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit.
Company requirements are found in:
commitment
compliance with relevant legislation
cost-benefit analysis
costs
job sheets
lead time
process constraints
resource requirements (including equipment, personnel)
resources available
verbal or written instructions
work procedures.
Documentation includes but is not limited to:
checks completed
housekeeping undertaken
materials used
repairs and adjustment/replacement of parts
servicing faults and defects identified.
Emergency and personal protective equipment must include:
appropriate footwear
communications equipment
eye protection
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
First Aid kit
gloves
overalls and protective clothing.
Emergency and personal protective equipment could also include:
breathing apparatus
emergency procedure guides
face shield/mask
hard hat
hearing protection
material safety data sheets (MSDS)
spill kit.
Emergency response action/procedures include but are not limited to:
clean up
contain emergency
equipment/plant isolation and shut-down
evacuation
First Aid
make safe
notification of authorities
use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
Housekeeping to ensure cleanliness of plant may include high-pressure water or air-hosing, shovelling, sweeping out, use of decontamination products and vacuuming.
Maintenance will typically include adjustment/repairs, cleaning, lubrication/greasing and pre-start checks (visual, start-up, servicing, pre-start operational and operation) servicing.
Maintenance schedule includes:
instructions
nature and scope of task
occupational health and safety requirements
resource requirements/allocations
tools and materials to be used
vehicle and equipment types
work schedule.
Manufacturers' specifications are found in equipment specifications and operator manuals.
Minor components and accessories may include fuses, globes, lights and tyres.
Performance of this unit is carried out in accordance with relevant requirements of the following:
Australian Standards
environmental regulations
legislative requirements
manufacturers' specifications
organisational procedures
relevant state/territory regulations.
Personal protective equipment required will be stored, maintained and worn/fitted in accordance with company requirements and occupational health and safety and other legislation.
Plant includes:
autoclave
balers
boilers
bunded areas
centrifuge
chippers compactors
computer hardware and software
conveyors
hammer mills
incinerator
microwave
safety structures controls
separators
sorters crushers
storage tanks
treatment tanks pipes
tub grinders shredders.
Plant for waste processing may include:
autoclaving treatment plant
biological treatment plant
chemical treatment plant
combustion
composter
liquid waste treatment plant
materials recovery facility
microwave treatment plant
physical treatment plant
size reduction processing plant
transfer station.
Relevant legislation and codes cover state and federal industry codes of conduct, occupational health and safety legislation, Australian Standards and environmental protection legislation.
Routine checks, services and maintenance will typically include adjustment/repair, cleaning, lubrication/greasing and servicing (oil, water, fuel and coolant).
Safe operating procedures include any activity or operation conducted on site to ensure health and safety of personnel/equipment in the area.