Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers designing of stockpile formations and reclaiming systems in the metalliferous mining industry. It includes: identifying stockpile requirements; designing the stockpile configuration; and monitoring stockpile operations.
Application of the Unit
This unit is appropriate for those working in a management or technical specialist role, 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. Identify stockpile requirements |
1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the designing of stockpile formations and reclaiming systems 1.2. Identify stockpiling requirements 1.3. Evaluate economics and efficiency of the stock piling system and configuration to be used 1.4. Identify and implement statutory requirements for locating of plant and stockpile |
2. Design stockpile configuration |
2.1. Design stockpile configuration with appropriate drainage system 2.2. Design reclaim systems to match stockpile configuration 2.3. Match load mechanisms to stockpile requirements 2.4. Design and install dust control measures to ensure correct operations 2.5. Plan , organise and supervise safety requirements associated with the operation and machine movements |
3. Monitor stockpile operations |
3.1. Instruct operators on the outcomes required including Occupational Health & Safety issues and safe work procedures 3.2. Monitor stockpiling operation including surveying, forming, order or dumping, ramp 3.3. Monitor material removal from stockpile in accordance to Quality Assurance specifications 3.4. Assess and reconcile stock quantities |
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 design stockpile formations and reclaiming 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 design stockpile formations and reclaiming 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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Relevant compliance documentation may include: |
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Stockpiling requirements may include: |
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System may be defined as: |
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Stockpile configurations may include: |
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Planning would typically include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Stockpile and Reclaim Material
Competency field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.