RIIARO408 - Optimise automated wet processing plant operations

Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to optimise the performance of automated wet plant operations to meet performance targets relating to quality, efficiency and safety. It includes optimising the performance of wet processing plant control systems, monitoring processes and outcomes from wet processing plant, and responding to abnormal situations

The unit applies to those who oversee automated wet plant operations at locations remote from the control centre. They control fixed plant, such as primary, secondary, and tertiary crushers; conveyors; reclaimers; scrubbers; stackers; screening and de-sanding units; pumps; cyclones, up-current, rougher and scavenger spiral classifiers; vacuum filter belts; and residue thickeners.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Coal mining

Metalliferous mining