Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers operating of roller/compactors in metalliferous mining operations. It includes: planning and preparing for operations; carrying out compacting; and conducting housekeeping activities.
Application of the Unit
This unit is appropriate for those working in mobile plant operator roles, in surface operations within:
- 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. Plan and prepare for operations |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to operating of roller and compactors 1.2. Receive, interpret and clarify shift change over details 1.3. Select appropriate type of equipment and /or attachments according to job specifications and to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of work activities 1.4. Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks 1.5. Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 1.6. Conduct equipment pre -start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation 1.7. Identify, address and report environmental issues 1.8. Communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods 1.9. Adhere to emergency procedures to ensure safety of personnel, plant and equipment |
2. Carry out compacting |
2.1. Carry out start -up , park and shutdown procedures 2.2. Operate equipment within recommended speed, engine capability and limitations 2.3. Manoeuvre equipment to maximise efficiency and ensure safety of other equipment and personnel 2.4. Assess materials and site conditions to determine appropriate operation technique 2.5. Remove or manage contaminants upon identification 2.6. Compact to required degree of compaction 2.7. Monitor equipment performance utilising appropriate indicators to aid efficient operations |
3. Conduct housekeeping activities |
3.1. Clean equipment 3.2. Clean and store attachments and other ancillary equipment 3.3. Complete all required records and documentation accurately and promptly |
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 operate roller/compactors:
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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 operate roller/compactors:
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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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Rollers and compactors may include: |
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Capacity of equipment and /or attachments may include: |
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Potential hazards and risks may include: |
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Pre-start checks may include: |
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Environmental issues may include: |
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Start-up , park and shutdown procedures may include: |
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Materials may include: |
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Site conditions may include: |
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Contaminants may include: |
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Indicators may include: |
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Cleaning methods may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Mobile Plant Operations
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.