Unit of competency details

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.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

1. Plan and prepare for operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation  relevant to stockpile dozer operations 

1.2. Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements  before proceeding

1.3. Interpret and apply basic geological and survey data required to complete the allocated task

1.4. Access and apply safety information and procedures  throughout the operations

2. Operate dozer

2.1. Coordinate operations with other involved personnel and equipment/plant

2.2. Carry out pre-start, start-up and shutdown procedures

2.3. Effectively use dozer controls and functions to complete specified tasks

2.4. Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms

2.5. Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations

3. Perform stockpile operations

3.1. Place material in and remove from predetermined stockpile location to work specifications

3.2. Form slope and height to work specifications

3.3. Level stockpiles to tolerances

3.4. Monitor and respond to spontaneous combustion indicators

3.5. Monitor and respond to contamination indicators

4. Carry out post-operational procedures

4.1. Inspect, fault find and report faults

4.2. Carry out routine operator servicing , maintenance and housekeeping tasks 

4.3. Maintain and process records and reports 

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 conduct stockpile dozer operations:

• apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
• apply operation safety
• access, interpret and apply technical information
• apply hand-eye coordination
• apply diagnostic techniques

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 conduct stockpile dozer operations:

• site and equipment safety requirements
• stockpile management procedures
• equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations
• dozer operational procedures
• dozer maintenance systems and procedures
• site environmental requirements and constraints related to dozer operations
• basic geological and survey data

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.

Overview of assessment 

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:

• knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for conducting stockpile dozer operations
• implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of stockpile dozer operations
• working with others to undertake and complete the stockpile dozer operations that meet all of the required outcomes
• consistent, timely completion of stockpile dozer operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

• This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
• The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
• Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
• Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
• Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
• Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
• Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

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:

• written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
• observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

• implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
• consistently achieving the required outcomes

• first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

• working with others to undertake and complete the stockpile dozer operations

Guidance information for assessment 

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

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.

Relevant compliance documentation  may include:

• legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
• manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
• Australian standards
• code of practice
• Employment and Workplace Relations legislation
• Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Stockpile dozer operations  may include:

• ripping
• pushing and levelling
• pad preparation
• drainage
• dump establishment
• maintenance

Work requirements  may be in the form of:

• shift briefings
• handover details
• work orders

Work requirements  may include:

• plant identification/allocation
• nature and scope of the task
• achievement targets
• working conditions
• adequacy of site lighting
• defects to equipment
• hazards and potential hazards
• coordination requirements/issues

Safety information and procedures  may be contained in:

• legislation and regulations
• relevant Australian standards
• management plans
• OHS policy
• code of practice
• manufacturer's instructions
• safe working procedures (or equivalent)

Specific safety  requirements may include:

• boarding and disembarkation procedures
• spontaneous combustion awareness
• slippery conditions
• uneven surfaces
• operational signal procedures
• equipment lowering and lifting

Operator service , maintenance and housekeeping  tasks are those established and authorised for the site and may include:

• cleaning
• authorised servicing and the monitoring
• recording and reporting faults
• conducting authorised minor replacements
• providing assistance to maintenance personnel during maintenance and repair activities

Records and reports  may include:

• fuel usage
• computer readings
• end of shift documentation
• supplies logs
• work logs stockpile information
• quality information