56 Questions
EASY Why should you use the back of your hand when checking motors for heating and vibration?
To prevent your hand from gripping the equipment.
Why is it crucial to be mindful of body position when checking rotating equipment?
To avoid getting caught by loose items.
What is the main purpose of following the STAR principle?
To maintain focus and avoid accidents.
What does the 'S' in the STAR principle stand for?
Stop
What should you do when checking any rotating equipment?
Walk around it.
What does the 'R' in the STAR principle stand for?
Review
What should a Power Engineer do before starting a pump?
Verify that all valves are correctly positioned, lubricating oil level and supply are adequate, and the pump is primed
What is an important consideration when starting a fan?
Verifying the fan is not windmilling
What is an important parameter to observe when starting a pump?
Discharge pressure
What is a general operating behaviour for a Power Engineer?
Always know the expected result of an action
What should a Power Engineer do after starting a pump?
Check the equipment to confirm the expected results
What is an important parameter to observe when starting a fan?
Fan discharge pressure
What is essential when taking any action in a boiler plant?
Knowing the expected result
What should a Power Engineer check before starting a pump?
All valves are correctly positioned and the pump is primed
MEDIUM What is a potential hazard of wearing loose clothing or jewelry when working near rotating equipment?
Higher chance of getting caught in a rotating element
What is the primary benefit of using the STAR principle?
Enhanced safety through careful planning and verification
What should you do before taking any action on a piece of equipment?
Stop and consider the task at hand
Why is it important to walk around rotating equipment?
To prevent loose items from getting caught
What should you do after taking an action on a piece of equipment?
Verify that the action took place as expected
What can happen to muscles in the event of an electric shock?
They may contract
What is a primary reason for checking the lubricating oil level and supply before starting a pump?
To prevent damage to the pump's lubricating system
What should a Power Engineer compare the actual running parameters to when starting a pump?
The normal operating ranges
Why is it important for a Power Engineer to verify that a fan is not windmilling before starting it?
To prevent the fan from spinning backwards
What is a key aspect of a Power Engineer's general operating behaviour?
Never turning on a piece of equipment and walking away
What is an important consideration for a Power Engineer when taking any action in a boiler plant?
Knowing the expected result of the action
What is a typical parameter observed when starting a pump?
Discharge pressure
What is a critical aspect of a Power Engineer's approach to operating equipment in a boiler plant?
Always knowing the expected result of the action
What should a Power Engineer do after starting a pump?
Check the equipment to confirm the expected results
HARD What is the primary reason for checking the normal operating ranges before starting a pump?
To compare the actual running parameters to the expected results
What is the consequence of not verifying the expected result after starting a piece of equipment?
The Power Engineer may be unaware of potential problems
Why is it essential to check the suction pressure when starting a pump?
To monitor the pump's performance and detect any anomalies
What is the primary benefit of following proper operating procedures in a boiler plant?
Improved safety and reduced risk of accidents
What is the purpose of checking the bearing temperature when starting a pump?
To detect any signs of overheating or wear
What is the consequence of not checking the intake screen differential pressure before starting a fan?
The Power Engineer may be unaware of potential problems with airflow
What is the primary reason for verifying that a fan is not windmilling before starting it?
To prevent damage to the fan and surrounding equipment
What is the key aspect of a Power Engineer's general operating behaviour?
Using care and attention when performing tasks
What happens to muscles in the event of an electric shock?
They contract
Why should a Power Engineer review the expected outcome of an action?
To ensure the conditions have not changed
What is the primary reason for being mindful of body position when checking rotating equipment?
To prevent loose items from getting caught
What should a Power Engineer do after taking an action on a piece of equipment?
Review the outcome of the action
Why is it important to walk around rotating equipment?
To prevent accidental contact
What is the main purpose of the 'Act' step in the STAR principle?
To take the correct action on the correct equipment
Match the following equipment with the parameter typically observed upon starting:
Pump = Noise Fan = Damper position
Match the following actions with the expected result:
Starting a pump = Verifying actual running parameters with normal operating ranges Starting a fan = Verifying fan is not windmilling Taking an action on a piece of equipment = Knowing the expected result Starting equipment = Walking away without checking
Match the following practices with their importance:
Using care when starting equipment = Preventing accidents Verifying expected results = Ensuring proper equipment operation Knowing normal operating ranges = Preventing equipment damage Checking lubricating oil level and supply = Preventing equipment failure
Match the following equipment checks with their purposes:
Checking suction pressure = Verifying pump operation Verifying belt condition = Preventing equipment damage Checking intake screen differential pressure = Verifying fan operation Checking bearing temperature = Preventing overheating
Match the following general operating behaviors with their importance:
Not turning on equipment and walking away = Preventing accidents Knowing the expected result of an action = Ensuring proper equipment operation Verifying actual running parameters = Preventing equipment damage Using care when taking actions = Preventing mistakes
Match the following equipment with their specific checks:
Pump = Checking discharge tank and pipe readiness Fan = Checking for windmilling
Match the following parameters with their relation to equipment starting:
Discharge pressure = Pump starting Airflow = Fan starting Noise = Pump or fan starting Damper position = Fan starting
Match the following principles with their importance in a boiler plant:
Verifying expected results = Preventing accidents Using care when taking actions = Ensuring proper equipment operation Knowing normal operating ranges = Preventing equipment damage Walking around rotating equipment = Preventing injuries
Match the following actions with the corresponding step in the STAR principle:
Verify the desired action took place = R - Review Take the correct action on the correct piece of equipment = A - Act Stop before taking any action = S - Stop Review the expected outcome of the action = T - Think
Match the following hazards with the corresponding safety precaution:
Muscles contract, hand may grip equipment = Check motors with the back of the hand Loose clothing or jewelry gets caught = Avoid dangling items near rotating equipment Electric shock = Verify equipment is not live before starting Body position is not mindful = Walk around rotating equipment
Match the following considerations with the corresponding action:
Confirm the correct piece of equipment = Before taking action on equipment Verify the desired outcome = After taking action on equipment Check for changes in conditions = Before taking action on equipment Stop before taking action = Before starting a pump
Match the following consequences with the corresponding action:
Muscles contract = Electric shock occurs Incorrect action taken = Not reviewing the expected outcome Equipment damage = Not verifying the correct piece of equipment Injury or accident = Not being mindful of body position
Match the following principles with the corresponding benefit:
STAR principle = Maintains focus and ensures correct action Mindful body position = Prevents injury or accident Using the back of the hand = Prevents gripping equipment Avoiding dangling items = Prevents entanglement with rotating equipment
Match the following priorities with the corresponding action:
Verify the correct piece of equipment = Before taking action Check for changes in conditions = Before taking action Review the expected outcome = Before taking action Stop before taking action = Before starting a pump
Study Notes
Basic Operating Skills for Power Engineers
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A Power Engineer must learn and practice essential operating skills while operating equipment in a boiler plant.
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These skills include:
Starting a Pump
- Before starting a pump, check that:
- All valves are correctly positioned (open or shut)
- Lubricating oil level and supply is adequate
- Pump is primed and ready to go
- Feed tank and suction lines are full
- Discharge tank and pipe are ready for fluids
- Know normal operating ranges for parameters such as:
- Discharge pressure
- Suction pressure
- Flow
- Noise
- Vibration
- Lubrication
- Bearing temperature
- Verify parameters are in acceptable range after starting the pump
Starting a Fan
- Before starting a fan, verify:
- Belt condition
- Belt tension
- Lubrication oil level and supply
- Fan is not windmilling (spinning backwards)
- Intake screen differential pressure
- Typical parameters observed upon starting a fan include:
- Fan discharge pressure
- Airflow
- Damper position
- Noise
- Vibration
- Lubrication
- Bearing temperature
- Before starting a pump, check that:
General Operating Behaviours
- Always know the expected result of any action taken in a boiler plant.
- Use care when taking an action, and never turn on equipment and walk away.
- Always check equipment to confirm expected results.
- When checking motors, check for heating and vibration using the back of the hand, not the palm.
- Be mindful of body position when checking rotating equipment, ensuring no dangling items that may get caught.
- Always walk around rotating equipment, never step over a rotating shaft.
- Follow the STAR principle to maintain focus:
- Stop: Pay attention to the task at hand.
- Think: Review the expected outcome and confirm conditions.
- Act: Take the correct action on the correct piece of equipment.
- Review: Verify that the desired action took place and confirm the expected outcome.
Basic Operating Skills for Power Engineers
-
A Power Engineer must learn and practice essential operating skills while operating equipment in a boiler plant.
-
These skills include:
Starting a Pump
- Before starting a pump, check that:
- All valves are correctly positioned (open or shut)
- Lubricating oil level and supply is adequate
- Pump is primed and ready to go
- Feed tank and suction lines are full
- Discharge tank and pipe are ready for fluids
- Know normal operating ranges for parameters such as:
- Discharge pressure
- Suction pressure
- Flow
- Noise
- Vibration
- Lubrication
- Bearing temperature
- Verify parameters are in acceptable range after starting the pump
Starting a Fan
- Before starting a fan, verify:
- Belt condition
- Belt tension
- Lubrication oil level and supply
- Fan is not windmilling (spinning backwards)
- Intake screen differential pressure
- Typical parameters observed upon starting a fan include:
- Fan discharge pressure
- Airflow
- Damper position
- Noise
- Vibration
- Lubrication
- Bearing temperature
- Before starting a pump, check that:
General Operating Behaviours
- Always know the expected result of any action taken in a boiler plant.
- Use care when taking an action, and never turn on equipment and walk away.
- Always check equipment to confirm expected results.
- When checking motors, check for heating and vibration using the back of the hand, not the palm.
- Be mindful of body position when checking rotating equipment, ensuring no dangling items that may get caught.
- Always walk around rotating equipment, never step over a rotating shaft.
- Follow the STAR principle to maintain focus:
- Stop: Pay attention to the task at hand.
- Think: Review the expected outcome and confirm conditions.
- Act: Take the correct action on the correct piece of equipment.
- Review: Verify that the desired action took place and confirm the expected outcome.
Basic Operating Skills for Power Engineers
-
A Power Engineer must learn and practice essential operating skills while operating equipment in a boiler plant.
-
These skills include:
Starting a Pump
- Before starting a pump, check that:
- All valves are correctly positioned (open or shut)
- Lubricating oil level and supply is adequate
- Pump is primed and ready to go
- Feed tank and suction lines are full
- Discharge tank and pipe are ready for fluids
- Know normal operating ranges for parameters such as:
- Discharge pressure
- Suction pressure
- Flow
- Noise
- Vibration
- Lubrication
- Bearing temperature
- Verify parameters are in acceptable range after starting the pump
Starting a Fan
- Before starting a fan, verify:
- Belt condition
- Belt tension
- Lubrication oil level and supply
- Fan is not windmilling (spinning backwards)
- Intake screen differential pressure
- Typical parameters observed upon starting a fan include:
- Fan discharge pressure
- Airflow
- Damper position
- Noise
- Vibration
- Lubrication
- Bearing temperature
- Before starting a pump, check that:
General Operating Behaviours
- Always know the expected result of any action taken in a boiler plant.
- Use care when taking an action, and never turn on equipment and walk away.
- Always check equipment to confirm expected results.
- When checking motors, check for heating and vibration using the back of the hand, not the palm.
- Be mindful of body position when checking rotating equipment, ensuring no dangling items that may get caught.
- Always walk around rotating equipment, never step over a rotating shaft.
- Follow the STAR principle to maintain focus:
- Stop: Pay attention to the task at hand.
- Think: Review the expected outcome and confirm conditions.
- Act: Take the correct action on the correct piece of equipment.
- Review: Verify that the desired action took place and confirm the expected outcome.
Basic Operating Skills for Power Engineers
-
A Power Engineer must learn and practice essential operating skills while operating equipment in a boiler plant.
-
These skills include:
Starting a Pump
- Before starting a pump, check that:
- All valves are correctly positioned (open or shut)
- Lubricating oil level and supply is adequate
- Pump is primed and ready to go
- Feed tank and suction lines are full
- Discharge tank and pipe are ready for fluids
- Know normal operating ranges for parameters such as:
- Discharge pressure
- Suction pressure
- Flow
- Noise
- Vibration
- Lubrication
- Bearing temperature
- Verify parameters are in acceptable range after starting the pump
Starting a Fan
- Before starting a fan, verify:
- Belt condition
- Belt tension
- Lubrication oil level and supply
- Fan is not windmilling (spinning backwards)
- Intake screen differential pressure
- Typical parameters observed upon starting a fan include:
- Fan discharge pressure
- Airflow
- Damper position
- Noise
- Vibration
- Lubrication
- Bearing temperature
- Before starting a pump, check that:
General Operating Behaviours
- Always know the expected result of any action taken in a boiler plant.
- Use care when taking an action, and never turn on equipment and walk away.
- Always check equipment to confirm expected results.
- When checking motors, check for heating and vibration using the back of the hand, not the palm.
- Be mindful of body position when checking rotating equipment, ensuring no dangling items that may get caught.
- Always walk around rotating equipment, never step over a rotating shaft.
- Follow the STAR principle to maintain focus:
- Stop: Pay attention to the task at hand.
- Think: Review the expected outcome and confirm conditions.
- Act: Take the correct action on the correct piece of equipment.
- Review: Verify that the desired action took place and confirm the expected outcome.
Learn the fundamental expectations and basic operating skills required of Power Engineers in the field, including essential practices for operating equipment in a boiler plant.
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