Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers applying and monitoring the systems and methods of surface mining in coal mining operations. It includes: planning and preparing for monitoring the application of the mining system; monitoring and reporting mine development operation; monitoring waste management procedures; monitoring stockpile formation and reclaiming systems; and identifying and communicating hazards related to engineering maintenance procedures
Application of the Unit
This unit is appropriate for those working in supervisory or technical specialist roles at surface operations, 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 monitoring the application of the mining system |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to mining systems and methods of surface coal mining 1.2. Access and interpret site risk management, OHS, environment, other appropriate systems and standard operating procedures 1.3. Identify and assess the risks associated with unstable mining structures |
2. Monitor and report mine development operation |
2.1. Monitor the application and communication of the approved mining system 2.2. Identify and assess mining constraints impacting on the maintenance of stable mining structure 2.3. Monitor, assess, rectify and report the method of mining 2.4. Assess and report strata spoil and dump failures and implement appropriate control measures 2.5. Identify and monitor the application of the mining sequences 2.6. Identify, assess and record failure mechanisms , including virgin and induced stress control methods and implement appropriate control measures 2.7. Identify and apply emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures and report 2.8. Monitor and report standard operating procedures 2.9. Contribute to systems audit and review requirements |
3. Monitor waste management procedures |
3.1. Identify and assess surface and groundwater information 3.2. Monitor the implementation of the drainage system 3.3. Monitor and report the measures taken to mitigate the impact of water and drainage issues |
4. Monitor stockpile formation and reclaiming systems |
4.1. Identify stockpile requirements 4.2. Monitor and report stockpile configuration 4.3. Identify and assess the stockpile operation to meet mine site requirements and implement appropriate control measures |
5. Identify and communicate hazards related to engineering maintenance procedures |
5.1. Identify and control hazards relating to the inspection, repair and engineering maintenance activities 5.2. Monitor, report and review engineering maintenance activities |
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 systems and methods of surface mining in coal mining operations:
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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 systems and methods of surface mining in coal mining operations:
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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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Mining systems and methods may include: |
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Standard operating procedures (SOP's) are: |
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Risk is defined as: |
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Mining structures may include: |
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Stable mining structure controls may include: |
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Stress includes, but is not limited to: |
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Audit is defined as: |
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Hazard is defined as: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Materials Extraction
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.