Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers applying and monitoring emergency preparedness and response systems in the underground coal mining operations. It includes: planning and preparing for the application of the plan; applying the plan; and applying routine plan maintenance procedures.
Application of the Unit
This unit is appropriate for those working in supervisory or technical specialist roles, within:
- Coal mining
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and prepare for the application of the plan |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems 1.2. Access, interpret and explain the emergency preparedness and response plans 1.3. Identify and explain roles and responsibilities, as specified in the emergency preparedness and response plans 1.4. Communicate and explain work group and individual responsibilities and tasks in an effective and timely manner 1.5. Identify, obtain and allocate resources required for the application of the emergency preparedness and response plans 1.6. Identify individual training needs |
2. Apply the plan |
2.1. Receive and communicate incident information in accordance with the emergency plan 2.2. Assess and communicate the nature and scope of the incident in accordance with the emergency plan 2.3. Apply and monitor emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures in accordance with the emergency plan 2.4. Apply procedures for monitoring, recording and reporting on emergency incidents according to the emergency plan 2.5. Apply procedures for the collection, analysis and validation of emergency preparedness and response data 2.6. Contribute to the management of the situation/incident in accordance with the emergency plan 2.7. Apply and monitor action plans in accordance with the emergency plans 2.8. Communicate incident information in accordance with the emergency plan 2.9. Participate in audit and review requirements in accordance with the emergency plan as per site requirements |
3. Apply routine plan maintenance procedures |
3.1. Schedule and carry out inspections, equipment repair and maintenance activities in accordance with the emergency preparedness and response plans 3.2. Record and report maintenance requirements / activities in accordance with the emergency preparedness and response plans |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to apply and monitor underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems:
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Required knowledge |
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to apply and monitor underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems:
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Interpret is defined as: |
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Relevant compliance documentation may include: |
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Incidents can be caused by: |
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Types of incident can be identified as: |
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Emergency preparedness and response data may include: |
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Audit is defined as: |
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Required services and resources can include, but are not limited to: |
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Communications can include: |
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Equipment refers to that needed to control the incident and includes but is not restricted to: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Emergency Response and Rescue
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.