Unit of competency details
RIIUMM202D - Install and maintain vent (Release 1)
Summary
Companion volumes:
Unit of competency
Assessment requirements
Replaced release
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Classification history
| ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier | 030717 | Plant And Machine Operations | 02/May/2014 | |
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Unit of competency
Modification History
Not applicable.
Application
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to install and maintain vent in Metalliferous mining.
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Unit Sector
Metalliferous mining (Underground)
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1. Plan and prepare for the installation of ventilation systems
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1.1. Access, interpret and apply installation of ventilation systems documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant
1.2. Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work instructions
1.3. Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
1.4. Select, and check for faults, equipment/tools for the activity
1.5. Inspect and assess site conditions and determine if scaling is required
1.6. Conduct equipment pre-start checks and start up procedures
1.7. Identify, address and report environmental issues, potential risks and hazards
1.8. Communicate with other equipment operators and personnel using approved communication methods
1.9. Use approved dust suppression and extraction equipment/methods
1.10. Ensure work area is ventilated before entry
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2. Install and maintain vent
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2.1. Isolate and lock out ventilation devices
2.2. Install and test catenary cable or secure to existing ground support mechanisms where appropriate
2.3. Hang and secure ventilation bag
2.4. Check vent for correct operation and replace and/or adjust vent if required
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3. Remove vent
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3.1. Isolate and lock out ventilation devices
3.2. Loosen and disconnect vent support mechanisms
3.3. Remove vent whilst ensuring the safety of personnel and associated equipment and services
3.4. Seal any reticulation system openings correctly to minimise entry of foreign material
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4. Conduct housekeeping activities
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4.1. Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
4.2. Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues
4.3. Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
4.4. Process and maintain written records
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Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit. Further information is available in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package Companion Volume.
Unit Mapping Information
RIIUMM202A Install and maintain vent
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
Assessment requirements
Modification History
Not applicable.
Performance Evidence
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
- locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures
- implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of set installation including:
- using appropriate dust suppression and extraction methods
- works effectively with others to undertake and complete the installation and maintenance of vents that meets all of the required outcomes including:
- communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions, and convey work progress
- maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
- demonstrates consistent timely completion of vent installation and maintenance that safely, effectively and efficiently meet all of the required outcomes on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions including:
- conducting equipment pre-start checks and start up procedures
- isolating and locking out ventilation devices
- installing and testing catenary cable or securing to existing ground support mechanisms
- hanging and securing ventilation bag
- removing vent whilst ensuring safety of personnel and equipment
- conducting housekeeping activities
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in installing and maintaining vent through:
- risk assessment and hazard management
- environmental issues
- working underground
- equipment parking
- site conditions including:
- basic geological and technical data
- environmental issues
- ground control characteristics and applications
- dust suppression and extraction equipment
- ventilation equipment processes, technical capability and limitations
- site ventilation quality and quantity requirements
- being prepared for events for fire/accident/emergency
Assessment Conditions
- An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,
- this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,
- this unit must be assessed using Resources and Infrastructure Industry sector specific policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals; and,
- an assessor must demonstrate the skills and knowledge of this unit through five (5) years of current and continuous work with the Industry sector and must hold the TAE Assessor Skill Set or equivalent.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
