Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the rehabilitation of an exploration sites in the drilling and metalliferous mining industry industries. It includes: preparing for and rehabilitating exploration sites; capping drill holes; and rehabilitating access tracks.
Application of the Unit
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles, at exploration sites within:
- Drilling
- Metalliferous 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
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for site rehabilitation |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the rehabilitation of an exploration sites 1.2. Access, interpret and apply the rehabilitation plan and Environmental Work Procedures (EWP) 1.3. Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks 1.4. Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment 1.5. Obtain map of area and identify location of sites to be rehabilitated 1.6. Establish communication system and protocols 1.7. Carry out rehabilitation plant and equipment pre-start checks |
2. Rehabilitate exploration site |
2.1. Assess hydrocarbon spills at drill site and deal with according to legislation, environmental policies and procedures and company requirements 2.2. Ensure saline or contaminated water sumps are completely dry 2.3. Push waste materials resulting from exploration operations into sumps, and back fill, compact and cover with topsoil 2.4. Operate plant and machinery , following EWPs, to scarify all cleared areas 2.5. Retrieve cleared vegetation and put back onto rehabilitated site 2.6. Remove and dispose of all rubbish 2.7. Re -vegetate area if required under the rehabilitation plan 2.8. Record rehabilitation details 2.9. Inspect rehabilitated site for compliance with environmental and legislative requirements and safe entry |
3. Cap drill holes |
3.1. Excavate hole collar to suitable depth 3.2. Pour excess drill chips into drill hole 3.3. Select and insert appropriate hole plug firmly into hole opening or collar, such that water ingress and future erosion is prevented 3.4. Backfill excavated soil onto plug and compact firmly ensuring that sufficient compacted soil is left on hole to allow for subsidence and encourage run off 3.5. Peg hole site and mark with ID number |
4. Rehabilitate access tracks |
4.1. Remove all windrows 4.2. Scarify tracks 4.3. Retrieve as much as possible cleared vegetation and restore to access track 4.4. Block or disguise the entrance to the track with any available materials |
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 rehabilitate exploration sites:
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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 rehabilitate exploration sites:
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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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Relevant compliance documentation may include: |
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Potential hazards may include: |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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Hydrocarbons may include: |
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Plant and machinery may include: |
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Re-vegetation methods may include: |
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Inspections may include: |
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Materials may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Conservation and Rehabilitation
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.