basic chemicals
The production and characteristisc of organic basic chemicals such as ethanol, methanol, benzene and inorganic basic chemicals such as oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen.
Air separation plant operators control and maintain the equipment for nitrogen and oxygen extraction from air, ensuring the required operational parameters of pressure, flow and temperature are met. They perform product purity tests and monitor its transfer to storage tanks or to fill cylinders.
Competences and skills
25 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
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Cross-sector
2 competenceschemical preservation
Process of adding chemical compounds to a product, such as food or pharmaceutical products, to prevent decay caused by chemical changes or microbial activity.
Essential skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencehandle residual gases
Handle residual gases in cylinders with precaution, such as transport cylinders with valve caps or other valve protection in place and store compressed gas cylinders separately, away from processing and handling areas, and from incompatible materials.
Cross-sector
7 competencescontrol air flow
Control the flow of air through the compression units by turning on the valves in the correct secquence.
maintain equipment
Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.
operate gas extraction equipment
Operate the equipment used for oxygen and nitrogen extraction equipment such as compressors, fractionating columns, heat exchangers and purifying towers.
optimise production processes parameters
Optimise and maintain the parameters of the production process such as flow, temperature or pressure.
test gas purity
Test the purity of the gas using specific testing equipment.
test oxygen purity
Test the purity and the moisture content of the processed oxygen making use of the burette moisture meter.
transfer oxygen
Transfer liquid or gaseous oxygen by opening the valves to allow the transfer through the heat exchanger to cool air and store the oxygen in tanks. This ensures the adequate temperature and pressure parameters are met.
Optional knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
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Cross-sector
3 competencescharacteristics of chemicals used for tanning
Composition and physico-chemical properties of auxiliary chemicals used in the different tanning processes (tanning agents, fat liquors, pigments, dyes, etc.)
mechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
types of lubricants
Types of substances whose main function is to reduce friction between parts or surfaces in mutual contact such us oil-based, grease-based, penetrating or dry lubricants. They facilitate uninterrupted movement between machinery parts. Based on the type of lubricant, they can also perform other functions such as power transmission or heat regulation.
Optional skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencework with hot nitrogen
Work with hot nitrogen by conveying it through alternate batteries of driers.
Sector-specific
4 competencesclean driers
Clean the refill driers using alumina.
control flow of matter used in oil processing
Adjust rate of flow of hydrogen, steam, air and water into converter. Weigh and add specified amounts of catalytic agents and other chemicals to harden batch of oils or fats.
manage fluid production in gas
Manage issues and anticipate potential problems arising from fluids involved in the production of oil and gas.
use oxygenation equipment
Operate different water oxygenation systems according to requirements: surface aerators, paddle wheel aerators, column/cascade aerators, and pure oxygenation systems.
Cross-sector
7 competencesclean equipment
Perform cleaning routines after equipment use.
communicate test results to other departments
Communicate testing information such as testing schedules, samples testing statistics and test results, to the relevant departments.
conduct performance tests
Conduct experimental, environmental and operational tests on models, prototypes or on the systems and equipment itself in order to test their strength and capabilities under normal and extreme conditions.
cope with manufacturing deadlines pressure
Cope with a tight schedule on the manufacturing processes level and take the necessary actions when deadlines approach or when some processes fail.
monitor manufacturing impact
Check the impact of manufacturing machinery on the environment, analysing temperature levels, water quality and air pollution.
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operate hydrogen extraction equipment
Operate the equipment used in hydrogen extraction and processing.
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prepare chemical samples
Prepare the specific samples such as gas, liquid or solid samples in order for them to be ready for analysis, labeling and storing samples according to specifications.