Verify oil circulation

Description

Ensure that incoming and outgoing materials circulate through correct meters; ensure that meters work properly.

Alternative labels

verifying oil circulation
oil circulation checking
verifying of oil circulation
check oil circulation
checking oil circulation
oil circulation verification
checking of oil circulation
verification of oil circulation

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Verify oil circulation is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Petroleum pump system operator: Petroleum pump system operators tend pumps that keep the circulation of oil and derived products running smoothly. They monitor the flow within the pipes at a refinery and test the equipment to ensure minimum disruptions. Pump systems operators work from a highly automated control room, where they communicate with other workers to coordinate pump activities. Pump system operators undertake minor repairs and maintenance, and report as called for.
Gauger: Gaugers test oil during the processing and before dispatch. They control pumping systems and regulate the flow of oil into the pipelines.
Distillation operator: Distillation operators run and oversee the oil distillation process and assist with troubleshooting. They operate distillation equipment to separate intermediate products or impurities from oil. They turn control valves and gauges to attain temperatures, material flow rate, pressure, etc. 
Refinery shift manager: Refinery shift managers supervise staff, manage plant and equipment, optimise production and ensure safety at the oil refinery on a day-to-day basis.

Optional skill

Verify oil circulation is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Verify oil circulation – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022