PMAOPS261 — Operate bulk solids loading equipment

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What an assessment for PMAOPS261 must cover

38 assessable components: 4 elements (26 performance criteria), 6 performance evidence and 6 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 Prepare for work

1.1Receive and give shift handover
1.2Identify work requirements
1.3Identify and control hazards
1.4Coordinate with appropriate personnel
1.5Check for recent work undertaken on plant item
1.6Note any outstanding/incomplete work
1.7Check operational status of bulk solids loading equipment

2 Manage bulk material storage and operate load-out equipment

2.1Visually inspect storage facility and load-out equipment
2.2Determine levels of solids in storage using appropriate indicators
2.3Ensure storage discharge areas are free from obstructions
2.4Identify the types of load-out equipment and duty
2.5Operate load-out equipment in accordance with procedures
2.6Complete routine checks, logs and paperwork taking appropriate action on unexpected readings
2.7Ensure containment is properly sealed according to procedures after load-out
2.8Move containment to transhipment area

3 Recognise problems and take appropriate action

3.1Monitor plant frequently and critically throughout shift using measured/indicated data and senses
3.2Identify impacts of any changes upstream and downstream
3.3Recognise situations which may require action
3.4Resolve routine problems
3.5Take actions on other abnormal situations to make safe and have the situation resolved

4 Isolate and de-isolate bulk solids loading equipment

4.1Complete any required prestart checks
4.2Start up/shut down bulk solids loading equipment, and its components according to the equipment type and duty in liaison with other personnel
4.3Isolate bulk solids loading equipment, and its components
4.4Make safe for required work
4.5Check bulk solids loading equipment, and its components is ready to be returned to service
4.6De-isolate and prepare equipment for return to service

Performance evidence

operate bulk solids loading equipment
recognise early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems
determine the most likely cause of routine problems
take appropriate action to ensure a timely return to full performance
isolate and de-isolate equipment
identify hazards and apply hazard control procedures

Knowledge evidence

types, application and principles of operation of load-out equipment
process parameters and limits
routine problems, faults and their symptoms and the corrective action to be taken
relevant alarms and actions
hierarchy of control
hazards that may arise in the job/work environment, and: - their possible causes - potential consequences appropriate risk controls

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Questions about assessing PMAOPS261

What does an assessment tool for PMAOPS261 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for PMAOPS261 needs to address all 38 unit components: 4 elements with 26 performance criteria, 6 performance evidence requirements, 6 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 PMAOPS261?

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