MSAPMOPS100A - Use equipment
Description |
This unit covers the use of any item of equipment which is operated with limited application of knowledge. |
Pre Requisites |
Nil |
Application |
This competency applies to operators at the entry level who operate equipment without significant understanding of the equipment or process, and to all operators who operate equipment where they are not required to have any significant understanding of the equipment or the process. In a typical situation the operator may be using, for example, a packaged chilled water refrigeration unit to supply chilled water to the plant. The operator uses simple controls and responds to fault alarms built into the equipment. Even though the equipment may be very sophisticated, use high speed compressors and computerised monitoring and control equipment, the operator interface is relatively simple. This competency includes:
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Performance Criteria |
1. Follow workplace procedures. 1.1 Find out what is required for the job. 1.2 Identify and follow appropriate procedures. 1.3 Complete all reporting as required. 1.4 Recognise and report anything unusual. 2. Monitor and use the equipment/process. 2.1 Turn the equipment on and off as required by procedure. 2.2 Monitor equipment throughout the job using measurements, readings and senses as appropriate. 2.3 Recognise deviations from standard/desired conditions. 2.4 Take appropriate corrective action. |
Required Skills & Knowledge |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. Minimal knowledge of the equipment and procedures but sufficient to recognise abnormal operating conditions and alert the appropriate individuals. Knowledge of organisation procedures and relevant regulatory requirements along with the ability to implement them within appropriate time constraints and work standards. Competence includes the ability for the practical completion of the job to:
Language, literacy and numeracy requirements This unit has minimal literacy and numeracy requirements other than those required to start and stop the equipment and recognise common problems (eg reading gauges) |
Range Statement |
Context This competency applies to operators new to the job or operators at any level using equipment where significant understanding of the equipment or process is not required. It applies to any item of equipment which may be used in any sector. It may include:
Packaged plant Packaged plant includes all items of equipment which come in a 'ready to use' form, and are often skid mounted, portable or designed for use by untrained and inexperienced people. Procedures All operations are performed in accordance with procedures. Procedures means all relevant workplace procedures, work instructions, temporary instructions and relevant industry and government codes and standards. Hazards Typical hazards include:
Corrective action Taking appropriate corrective action includes reporting to the appropriate people or such other specific actions which have been previously defined for specific occurrences. Variables Key variables to be monitored include
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Evidence Guide |
Overview of assessment A holistic approach should be taken to the assessment. Assessors must be satisfied that the person can consistently perform the unit as a whole, as defined by the Elements, Performance Criteria and skills and knowledge. Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit It is essential that competence is demonstrated in the knowledge and skills defined in this unit. These may include the ability to:
Consistent performance should be demonstrated. For example, look to see that
Assessment method and context Assessment will occur on an appropriate item of equipment and will be undertaken in a work-like environment. Competence in this unit may be assessed:
In all cases it is expected that practical assessment will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge and theoretical assessment will be combined with appropriate practical/simulation or similar assessment. Assessors need to be aware of any cultural issues that may affect responses to questions. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the oracy, language and literacy capacity of the assessee and the work being performed. Specific resources for assessment This section should be read in conjunction with the Range Statement for this unit of competency. Resources required include suitable access to an operating plant or equipment that allows for appropriate and realistic simulation. A bank of case studies/scenarios and questions will also be required to the extent that they form part of the assessment method. Questioning may take place either in the workplace, or in an adjacent, quiet facility such as an office or lunchroom. No other special resources are required. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. |
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