PMAOPS405 — Operate complex control systems

1 Use operator interface

• 1.1Use keyboards, track ball and monitor and/or stand-alone controllers to access control system/panel
• 1.2Monitor the process using the operator interfaces
• 1.3Select appropriate controller modes
• 1.4Access historical data and information
• 1.5Acknowledge messages and alarms
• 1.6Access advanced control features as appropriate

2 Access control information

• 2.1Obtain relevant data and information from the control system by applying systems knowledge
• 2.2Identify the status of individual pieces of equipment from the control panel and use information to identify potential faults
• 2.3Minimise fluctuations and variations in process through the interpretation of existing trends and control schematics
• 2.4Determine the overall operating effectiveness of the plant area related to the required targets for the area
• 2.5Record process variations/irregularities to procedures

3 Control process variations and monitor operations

• 3.1Monitor process using all information available in the control room
• 3.2Use historical data to assist the identification of problems
• 3.3Process available information to identify potential faults
• 3.4Undertake required set point/output changes to meet plant area and process requirements
• 3.5Adjust production in response to test results and control panel information
• 3.6Monitor key process and environmental variables and take action to achieve required outcomes
• 3.7Adjust controller settings in accordance with procedures
• 3.8Use advanced control features as appropriate
• 3.9Turn controller features on and off to meet process and control needs
• 3.10Optimise operation of entire plant area in accordance with guidelines
• 3.11Undertake calibration operations in accordance with procedures.
• 3.12Coordinate with stakeholders external to the plant area in accordance with procedures
• 3.13Record adjustments and variations to specifications/schedules
• 3.14Communicate to appropriate personnel as required

4 Facilitate planned and unplanned process start-ups and shutdowns

• 4.1Select and apply procedures to planned start-up and shutdown processes.
• 4.2Select and apply procedures to unplanned shutdown processes
• 4.3Implement all required emergency responses
• 4.4Communicate necessary information to all personnel affected by events
• 4.5Log all required information

5 Respond to alarms or out-of-specification conditions

• 5.1Identify system(s) affected by the alarm or condition
• 5.2Interpret alarms and prioritise actions to be taken
• 5.3Respond to the alarm or incident by following procedures
• 5.4Deal with any out-of-specification material in accordance with procedures
• 5.5Communicate the problem/solution to appropriate personnel
• 5.6Record the information as required
• 5.7Provide details of the alarm and action taken to the next shift at changeover
• 5.8Follow up on the incident to see that appropriate action has been taken

6 Control hazards

• 6.1Identify hazards/changes in hazards in the production/processing work area
• 6.2Assess the risks arising from those hazards
• 6.3Implement measures to control risks in line with procedures and duty of care
• 6.4Communicate hazards and hazard controls to affected personnel

7 Resolve other problems within scope of responsibility

• 7.1Identify possible problems in equipment, control systems or process
• 7.2Determine problems needing action
• 7.3Determine possible fault causes
• 7.4Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility
• 7.5Follow initiated items through until final resolution has occurred
• 7.6Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person

What does an assessment tool for PMAOPS405 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for PMAOPS405 needs to address all 81 unit components: 7 elements with 48 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 26 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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