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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Establish equipment start-up conditions to specified state 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
14805  Establish equipment start-up conditions to specified state 
ORIGINATOR
Chemical Industries SGB 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Engineering and Related Design 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  18 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Registered" 		 2002-10-09  2005-10-09  SAQA 0144/02 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2006-10-09   2009-10-09  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This standard is aimed at people who work or intend to work within a large process operation in the chemical industry, and seek recognition for skills essential for operating equipment within a specific chemical environment.

Those learners who acquire the outcomes of this standard will know about and be able to establish equipment start up conditions to a specific state, pertaining to the chemical industry.

For the purpose of this standard the following is understood as equipment:
  • A machine or apparatus which delivers a result or achieves a function in a chemical process.
  • A machine that is operated independently or in combination with other units in a chemical process.
  • Equipment is generally operated in the field but remote control may be used.

    The qualifying learner is able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the start up conditions for equipment
  • Accomplish start up conditions for equipment by completing a range of checks and tests
  • Demonstrate an understanding of actions to correct abnormal start up conditions
  • Communicate and record status of equipment prior to start-up. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Learners accessing this standard will have demonstrated competence against the unit standards or the equivalent; Maintain health, hygiene and safety in a chemical environment, Describe chemical process operations and related process chemistry used in the chemical industry and Demonstrate an understanding of quality principles used in the chemical industry
  • Learners working towards the full qualification will have demonstrated competence against the unit standards in the National Certificate in Chemical Operations - NQF Level 1 or equivalent. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Range statements, which are applicable to the unit standard titles, specific outcomes and assessment criteria are found beneath the applicable assessment criteria,

    The following range statements are general to the qualification:
  • Remedial action may include valve isolation, line clearance, draining, purging and cleaning
  • Communication may include face to face, telephone, radio and written
  • Site records may include blind lists, logs, trip sheets and line up drawings
  • Corrective action may include valve isolation, line clearance, draining, purging and cleaning
  • Measurement instruments includes pressure measurement, level measurement, flow measurement, temperature measurement and remote measurement
  • Checks and tests may include visual inspection and equipment integrity test
  • Standard operating procedures will include site operating instructions, instructions, orders, guidelines, policies, procedures and systems
  • Process-variables include pressure measurement, volumetric level measurement, flow measurement and temperature measurement
  • Measurement instruments includes pressure measurement, level measurement, flow measurement, temperature measurement and remote measurement. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the start up conditions for equipment 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Potential hazards associated with equipment including checks, tests and provision for waste handling are identified and described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Logic protection sequence is described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The function of each item of equipment in the operation of the system is explained with reference to applicable science and technology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Specified response to alarm conditions for the equipment are identified and explained in the correct sequence. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. The operating procedures for the equipment are described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Process-variables to be measured are identified, listed and described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Acceptable tolerances for each process-variables are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. Properties of material contained in the equipment are described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
  • Checks and tests may include visual inspection and equipment integrity test
  • This unit standard is limited to a minimum of 6 pieces of equipment listed: dryers, strippers, cooling towers, mixers, fans, conveying equipment, positive displacement pumps, centrifugal pumps, positive displacement compressors, filters, vessels, heat exchangers.
     
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    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Accomplish start up conditions for equipment by completing a range of checks and tests 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The appropriate personnel are informed that start up is about to begin. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Appropriate documentation is obtained and processed for start up. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Correct equipment for checks and tests is located on site. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Results of checks, tests and abnormalities are recorded and communicated according to requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Each check and test is completed within the defined timeframe. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Necessary checks and tests are carried out following standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Availability of standby equipment is established and located on site. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Abnormalities may include electrical, line obstruction, permit conditions not met, leaks, mechanical, incompleteness and incorrect line up.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Demonstrate an understanding of actions to correct abnormal start up conditions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The purpose and procedure according to standard operating procedures for purging and draining are explained and applied. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The appropriate assistance required for abnormalities is identified and called for 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The necessary action to be taken is identified, explained and executed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Consequences for failing to take appropriate action are described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Implications of abnormal start up conditions associated with on site, upstream and down stream process are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Appropriate responses to process alarm conditions are identified and described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Location of emergency isolation valves and their reset mechanisms are identified and operational. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Communicate and record status of equipment prior to start-up. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Reasons for communicating status are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Reasons for recording status are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Abnormalities and deviations from prescribed requirements are communicated in accordance with standard operating instructions or other site specific instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Result of checks and tests are recorded in the manner prescribed in site standard operating instructions or other site specific instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Personnel are informed that the start-up checks are completed in accordance with the standard operating instructions or other site specific instructions. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    The relevant Educational Training Quality Assurance Body (ETQA), will accredit providers offering learning towards this standard and will register assessors. They will also appoint the internal and external moderators. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Terminology and use of instrumentation.
  • Instrument processes and procedures used
  • Instrument diagrams and symbols
  • Measurement, instrumentation and equipment used
  • Fault finding and problem solving methods and techniques
  • Chemicals
  • Policies and operating procedures
  • An in depth understanding of terminology associated with appropriate equipment
  • A comprehensive understanding of operating principles of appropriate equipment
  • An in depth understanding of working principles of appropriate equipment
  • A comprehensive understanding of place or position (layout) of the plant equipment and utilities
  • An all rounded understanding of first line maintenance procedures and problem solving
  • A comprehensive understanding of fault diagnostics and team work (who is responsible for what)
  • An in depth understanding of organogram results of non-conformance
  • Names, characteristics and chemical reactions of materials to be processed
  • Rules, laws, regulations and statutory requirements
    Procedures and quality measurement instruments relating to Quality Assurance. 
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    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made towards the equipment start up. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team and organisation to conduct, communicate and respond to activities during the equipment start up conditions. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively, while preparing for equipment start up conditions. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion, with regards to reporting and recording of information and abnormal conditions during equipment start up conditions. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others during equipment start up conditions. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrating and understanding the chemical process as a set or related systems by identifying the impact of abnormalities in one part of the system. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    In order to contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of society at large, it must be the intention underlying any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  22866   National Certificate: Chemical Equipment Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2005-10-09  Was CHIETA until Last Date for Achievement 


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