RIIMPO301D Conduct hydraulic excavator operations

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RIIMPO301D Conduct hydraulic excavator operations

Modification History

Not applicable.

Application

This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct hydraulic excavator operations in Coal and Metalliferous mining and Extractive.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Unit Sector

Coal mining

Extractive

Metalliferous mining

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for hydraulic excavator operations	1.1 Access, interpret and apply hydraulic excavator documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3 Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 1.5 Access, interpret and clarify geological and survey data required to complete the allocated work 1.6 Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others 1.7 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities 1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Operate hydraulic excavator	2.1 Carry out start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures 2.2 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencing, during, and on completion of the work activity 2.3 Walk excavator and position for operation 2.4 Select and modify the operating technique to appropriately meet changing work conditions 2.5 Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators, and ensure efficiency of operations 2.6 Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms 2.7 Distribute bulk materials into materials handling equipment considering load limits, and ensuring equipment stability 2.8 Side cast bulk materials 2.9 Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms 2.10Continuously monitor hazards and risks , and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment 2.11Complete the work plan, within the operating capacities of the equipment
3. Carry out operator maintenance	3.1 Prepare machine for maintenance 3.2 Conduct inspections and fault finding procedures 3.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks 3.4 Return equipment to service 3.5 Process written maintenance records
4. Carry out housekeeping activities	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 written records

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

No equivalent unit

Links

SkillsDMC RII Companion Volumes - http://www.skillsdmc.com.au/