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Unit of competency details

RIIUND302D - Conduct cage operations (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to RIIUND302A - Conduct cage operations 13/Nov/2013
Is superseded by and equivalent to RIIUND302E - Conduct cage operations 22/Sep/2020

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(View details for release 2) 07/Dec/2014
1 (this release) 14/Nov/2013

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RII20415 - Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous MiningCertificate II in Underground Metalliferous MiningSuperseded1-4 
RII30315 - Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous MiningCertificate III in Underground Metalliferous MiningSuperseded1-4 
RII30313 - Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous MiningCertificate III in Underground Metalliferous MiningSuperseded1-3 
RII30215 - Certificate III in Underground Coal OperationsCertificate III in Underground Coal OperationsSuperseded1 
RII20413 - Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous MiningCertificate II in Underground Metalliferous MiningSuperseded1-3 
RII30213 - Certificate III in Underground Coal OperationsCertificate III in Underground Coal OperationsSuperseded1-3 
RII30218 - Certificate III in Underground Coal OperationsCertificate III in Underground Coal OperationsSuperseded1 
RII20313 - Certificate II in Underground Coal MiningCertificate II in Underground Coal MiningSuperseded1-3 
RII20315 - Certificate II in Underground Coal MiningCertificate II in Underground Coal MiningSuperseded1-2 
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SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030717 Plant And Machine Operations  

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ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 030717 Plant And Machine Operations  02/May/2014 
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Modification History

Not applicable.

Application

This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct cage operations 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

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for conducting cage operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures for conducting cage operations and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details

1.3 Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

1.4 Perform equipment and work area pre-start checks

1.5 Check records for outstanding maintenance/inspections and recorded defects and take action

1.6 Identify, address and report potential risks and hazards

1.7 Carry out start-up procedures, including checking that area is clear for operations

1.8 Identify, address and report environmental issues

1.9 Adhere to emergency procedures

2. Operate cage

2.1 Load cage within capacity and comply with specified limits

2.2 Position and secure loads in or attached to cage prior to transit

2.3 Communicate with relevant personnel

2.4 Operate cage safely

2.5 Monitor and manage cage performance using appropriate indicators

2.6 Complete all required written documentation clearly, concisely and on time

2.7 Pass on end of shift information verbally or in writing to oncoming shift

3. Transport explosives in the cage

3.1 Identify explosives used on site

3.2 Determine and ensure the segregation and separation of detonators and explosives

3.3 Secure and transport blasting agents and explosives

3.4 Track and record in writing movement of explosives and detonators

4. Carry out operator maintenance

4.1 Isolate cage before conducting operator maintenance

4.2 Service and make minor adjustments to equipment

4.3 Restore cage operations

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

RIIUND302A Conduct cage operations

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
  • demonstrates consistent and timely conduct of cage operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions including:
  • completing start-up procedures
  • completing cage operation procedures
  • completing transporting explosives operations
  • monitoring and managing cage performance using indicators
  • isolating, servicing, cleaning and adjusting the cage

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in conducting cage operations through:

  • hand and power tools
  • the key areas of mining acts and regulations pertaining to winding
  • identification of defects relevant to cage operations through inspection or observation
  • trip and fault procedures and abnormal conditions
  • communication system between cage and winder
  • isolation and permit-to-work procedures
  • mine ventilation system
  • site procedures
  • in-shaft communication equipment

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

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