NWPTRT057 — Assess and improve coagulation and flocculation processes
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What an assessment for NWPTRT057 must cover
40 assessable components: 4 elements (13 performance criteria), 13 performance evidence and 14 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Evaluate coagulation and flocculation process
- 1.1Review existing process performance data against coagulation and flocculation organisational operating performance protocol
- 1.2Identify the impact of changing raw water quality on coagulation and flocculation processes
- 1.3Identify any additional sampling and testing required for valid evaluation of current process performance
2 Investigate coagulation and flocculation configuration
- 2.1Assess existing fault reports and other plant asset information
- 2.2Investigate the operational status of plant components with reference to manufacturer and plant design specifications
- 2.3Contribute to plant configuration investigations to identify potential operational improvements
- 2.4Identify hazards, assess risks and control measures according to workplace procedures
3 Investigate coagulation and flocculation for process optimisation
- 3.1Review current coagulation and flocculation practices with reference to organisational protocol to identify potential deficiencies
- 3.2Investigate dosing options for current chemicals
- 3.3Identify and investigate tests to assess effectiveness of existing or alternative chemicals and related dosing options
4 Develop and record a plan for process optimisation
- 4.1Determine plant configuration or chemical options for process optimisation
- 4.2Plan a trial to test the performance of the determined optimisation options
- 4.3Compile report with recommendations on optimisation options
Performance evidence
- analysing and evaluating reports and reference materials
- analysing problems and recommending appropriate remedial solutions
- assessing effectiveness of treatment chemicals by conducting a range of tests
- assessing fault reports and investigating the current operational status of plant components
- conducting investigations and reporting on operational and control system problems
- identifying and responding to risks and hazards
- identifying data deficiencies and plan additional data collection through appropriate sampling and testing
- identifying opportunities for improved water treatment
- interpreting a range of complex and technical documents including at least one of the following: - codes of practice - national and industry standards - organisational policies - regulatory, legislative, licensing and organisational requirements - specifications
- investigating chemicals and current and potential coagulation and flocculation practices
- operating a coagulation and flocculation process
- planning trials to test the performance of the determined optimisation options and compiling recommendation reports
- reviewing existing process performance with reference to historical or seasonal data, differences in raw water quality and plant configuration
Knowledge evidence
- chemical concepts and reactions relevant to coagulation and flocculation processes, including pH and alkalinity
- chemical dosing system layout
- coagulation and flocculation plant and equipment
- dosing pump capacity and calibration chart including: - detention times - draw down tests - mixing intensity for flash or rapid mixing and flocculation
- factors affecting the selection of chemicals in coagulation and flocculation processes
- factors influencing the effectiveness of chemicals in coagulation and flocculation processes
- functions of various chemicals in coagulation and flocculation processes
- identify chemical dosing points
- impacts of incorrect dosing
- range and characteristics of chemicals used in coagulation and flocculation processes
- range of appropriate measuring and testing procedures
- risk and hazard management principles
- safety data sheets, site manifests and dangerous goods handling
- workplace documentation for data and reports
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Questions about assessing NWPTRT057
What does an assessment tool for NWPTRT057 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for NWPTRT057 needs to address all 40 unit components: 4 elements with 13 performance criteria, 13 performance evidence requirements, 14 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for NWPTRT057?
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