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liquid waste treatment plant operator

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Liquid waste treatment plant operators remove hazardous chemicals and pollutants from liquid waste such as oil so that it can be safely used for new applications. They operate and maintain liquid waste treatment equipment, monitor operations, and test samples to ensure the safety standards are met.

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Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 4 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

2 competences

chemical processes

The relevant chemical processes used in manufacture, such as purification, seperation, emulgation and dispergation processing.

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waste and scrap products

The offered waste and scrap products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.

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Cross-sector

2 competences

hazardous waste treatment

The methods applied in the treatment and disposal of hazardous waste such as asbestos, dangerous chemicals, and various contaminants, as well as the surrounding environmental regulations and legislation. They exclude treatments of waste through incineration.

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hazardous waste types

The different types of waste which poses risks to the environment or public health and safety, such as radioactive waste, chemicals and solvents, electronics, and mercury-containing waste.

green

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Essential skills and competences 11 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

5 competences

analyse experimental laboratory data

Analyse experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings

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collect samples

Set up and operate equipment to collect water, gas, oil or soil samples for testing.

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drain hazardous liquids

Drain substances which pose health and safety risks from equipment, appliances or installations in order to store the liquids according to safety guidelines and dispose or treat them as required.

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measure density of liquids

Measuring the density of liquids, including oils, using instruments such as hygrometers, or oscillating tubes.

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perform water treatments

Perform regularly water testing, ensuring that water management and filtration processes follow reasonable management practices, industry standards, or commonly accepted farming practices. Record previous water contaminations, the source of contamination and contamination remedied. Take mitigation measures to guard against further contamination.

green

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Cross-sector

6 competences

document analysis results

Document on paper or on electronic devices the process and the results of the samples analysis performed.

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ensure compliance with environmental legislation

Monitor activities and perform tasks ensuring compliance with standards involving environmental protection and sustainability, and amend activities in the case of changes in environmental legislation. Ensure that the processes are compliant with environment regulations and best practices.

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handle chemicals

Safely handle industrial chemicals; use them efficiently and ensure that no harm is done to the environment.

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manage waste

Manage or dispose of significant amounts of waste materials and/or hazardous materials, in accordance with legislation, thereby respecting environmental and company responsibilities. Ensure required licenses and permits are in place and reasonable management practices, industry standards, or commonly accepted farming practices followed.

green

Scope note: Includes recycling regulations.

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perform laboratory tests

Carry out tests in a laboratory to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific research and product testing.

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test chemical samples

Perform the testing procedures on the already prepared chemical samples, by using the necessary equipment and materials. Chemical sample testing involves operations such as pipetting or diluting schemes.

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Optional knowledge 3 competences

Occupation specific

Optional skills and competences 13 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

Analyse oil samples in order to determine characteristics such as consistency, texture, viscosity or concentration. Operate measuring instruments such as pH meters, hydrometers and viscometers.

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test samples for pollutants

Measure concentrations of pollutants within samples. Calculate air pollution or gas flow in industrial processes. Identify potential safety or health risks such as radiation.

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Cross-sector

5 competences

advise on waste management procedures

Advise organisations on the implementation of waste regulations and on improvement strategies for waste management and waste minimisation, to increase environmentally sustainable practices and environmental awareness.

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communicate with waste collectors

Communicate with workers who collect waste from various places and transport it to the waste treatment facilities in order to ensure optimal cooperation and efficient operation of waste treatment and disposal procedures.

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dispose of hazardous waste

Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.

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pump products

Operate pumping machines according to specific procedures and depending on the kind of product. Ensure correct quantities and adequate feeding for the process.

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wear appropriate protective gear

Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.

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