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RIIBLA202D
Support underground shotfiring operations

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to Support underground shotfiring operations in Coal and Metalliferous mining.

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.

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

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Evidence Required

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1 Plan and prepare for supporting shotfiring

1.1 Access, interpret and apply blasting documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, confirm and apply shotfiring requirements, shift briefings, handover details and/or work orders before proceeding

1.3 Access, interpret and apply environmental, geological and survey data

1.4 Identify, manage and report all potential hazards risks and environmental issues

1.5 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities

1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

1.7 Undertake coordination requirements with others prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

2 Provide support at the blast site

2.1 Establish, secure and isolate shot site

2.2 Ensure holes are drilled to authorised pattern design, with specific reference to geology, hazards, and safety

2.3 Flush or clean and test drill holes

2.4 Apply explosion inhibitor

2.5 Identify and report any deteriorated explosives and accessories

2.6 Ensure explosives are transported in accordance with requirements and procedures

2.7 Load and stem the explosive

2.8 Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations

3 Clear the site

3.1 Remove equipment and facilities not required from the shot site

3.2 Secure and muck-out the shot site following the initiation of the blast

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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1 Plan and prepare for supporting shotfiring

1.1 Access, interpret and apply blasting documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, confirm and apply shotfiring requirements, shift briefings, handover details and/or work orders before proceeding

1.3 Access, interpret and apply environmental, geological and survey data

1.4 Identify, manage and report all potential hazards risks and environmental issues

1.5 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities

1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

1.7 Undertake coordination requirements with others prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

2 Provide support at the blast site

2.1 Establish, secure and isolate shot site

2.2 Ensure holes are drilled to authorised pattern design, with specific reference to geology, hazards, and safety

2.3 Flush or clean and test drill holes

2.4 Apply explosion inhibitor

2.5 Identify and report any deteriorated explosives and accessories

2.6 Ensure explosives are transported in accordance with requirements and procedures

2.7 Load and stem the explosive

2.8 Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations

3 Clear the site

3.1 Remove equipment and facilities not required from the shot site

3.2 Secure and muck-out the shot site following the initiation of the blast

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access, interpret and apply blasting documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, confirm and apply shotfiring requirements, shift briefings, handover details and/or work orders before proceeding 
Access, interpret and apply environmental, geological and survey data 
Identify, manage and report all potential hazards risks and environmental issues 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Undertake coordination requirements with others prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity 
Establish, secure and isolate shot site 
Ensure holes are drilled to authorised pattern design, with specific reference to geology, hazards, and safety 
Flush or clean and test drill holes 
Apply explosion inhibitor 
Identify and report any deteriorated explosives and accessories 
Ensure explosives are transported in accordance with requirements and procedures 
Load and stem the explosive 
Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations 
Remove equipment and facilities not required from the shot site 
Secure and muck-out the shot site following the initiation of the blast 

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