Assessment Requirements for RIIMSM305D Conduct materials extraction operations underground

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Assessment Requirements for RIIMSM305D Conduct materials extraction operations underground

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 applicable legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of underground materials extraction operations including:

selecting and using relevant tools & equipment

accessing, interpreting and applying manufacturer’s/supplier’s manuals

applying diagnostic and fault finding techniques

maintaining equipment records

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the conduct of underground materials extraction operations that meets all of the required outcomes including:

communicating clearly and concisely with others to confirm instructions

organising and prioritising work activities

demonstrates consistent timely completion of underground materials extraction operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet all of the required outcomes on a minimum of three (3) separate occasions including:

driving and manoeuvring machinery to extraction location

operating machinery and equipment to extract and load materials

cutting drives and faces to planned sequence and the mine work plan

carrying out basic operator maintenance

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in conducting materials extraction operations underground through:

accessing, interpreting and applying the organization and site requirements and procedures for:

working underground and equipment operation

emergency response

pillar extraction methods and safety requirements

hazardous materials handling

environmental issues

operating hoisting systems

assessment of mine ground conditions

machinery and equipment operation and maintenance

accessing, interpreting and applying machinery and equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

accessing, interpreting and applying mine geology and survey data associated with ore-bearing ground

identifying ventilation systems

accessing, interpreting and applying site environmental requirements and constraints relevant to machinery and equipment operations

identifying pillar configuration, design and layout

identifying characteristics and properties of roofs and walls

being prepared 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

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