PMASMELT269 — Operate cell tending equipment

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What an assessment for PMASMELT269 must cover

37 assessable components: 4 elements (21 performance criteria), 8 performance evidence and 8 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 Plan and prepare for operations

1.1Interpret and confirm work requirements before proceeding
1.2Identify and control hazards
1.3Ensure appropriate authorisations have been obtained/issued
1.4Identify work flow path blockage (interruptions or bottlenecks)

2 Conduct pre-start requirements to procedures

2.1Conduct routine pre-start equipment checks
2.2Conduct isolation as appropriate for pre-start inspections
2.3Prepare equipment for operation
2.4Complete routine equipment checklists
2.5Complete reports as required for equipment inspections

3 Operate cell tending equipment to procedures

3.1Start up cell tending equipment and perform start up checks as required
3.2Conduct beam raising and anode changing as required
3.3Conduct cell replenishment as required
3.4Conduct metal tapping as required
3.5Transfer metal crucibles as required
3.6Conduct bath tapping as required
3.7Recognise and respond to emergencies should one arise
3.8Communicate with others in the reduction cell area

4 Shut down cell tending equipment

4.1Manoeuvre equipment to suitable parking position
4.2Shut down equipment
4.3Conduct shutdown checks of equipment
4.4Complete reports as required

Performance evidence

operate cell tending equipment to change anodes, replenish cell feed and conduct beam raising, bath tapping and metal tapping
monitor equipment conditions and maintenance requirements and take action
monitor process parameters and performance and make adjustments according to procedures
recognise early warning signs of equipment/processes needing attention or with potential problems and take action to ensure a timely return to full performance
isolate and de-isolate equipment
identify hazards and apply hazard control procedures
respond to emergencies
apply housekeeping procedures, including cleaning the area, removal of contaminants, safety inspections and rectification of issues that could compromise safety

Knowledge evidence

all items on a schematic of the reduction cell process and the function of each
basic principles of operation of reduction cell equipment items, including cathode bed, anodes and adjusters, feeders, bath conditions and current distribution
basic understanding of the product specifications, including depth of cover and uniformity of aluminium layer
basic principles of operation of the cell tending equipment, including the crane and all attachments
process parameters and limits (e.g. temperature, moisture, pressure and flow)
emergency responses, including those related to: tap outs, leak/loss of containment, evacuation due to fire or open cell circuit, loss of power, excessive emissions of fumes or particulate, major oil spill, equipment failure
typical hazards associated with electromagnetic effects, moisture, wet bath and wet soda ash, and how to recognise them
correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including specific insulated boots, heat resistant material, full-ventilated suits, full-face masks and other situation-specific equipment

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What does an assessment tool for PMASMELT269 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for PMASMELT269 needs to address all 37 unit components: 4 elements with 21 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 8 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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