List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
1. Plan and prepare to establish a fresh air base | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply establishing a fresh air base documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 1.5 Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity 1.6 Develop strategies for the establishment of a fresh air base 1.7 Access, interpret and analyse mine plans, characteristics, data and reports, and locate and assess potential affected zones 1.8 Confirm affected fresh air zones through atmospheric testing 1.9 Identify and organise/obtain fresh air base resources 1.10 Test all fresh air base resources are fit for service 1.11 Test selected testing and monitoring instruments are fit for service 1.12 Select and coordinate fresh air base personnel |
2. Establish the fresh air base | 2.1 Transport and install allocated fresh air base resources 2.2 Test site gas levels and ensure they are within specified limits 2.3 Inspect roof, sides and floor and ensure stability and safety 2.4 Install monitoring equipment 2.5 Monitor integrity of atmosphere and identify atmospheric changes 2.6 Maintain fresh air base in respirable air 2.7 Ensure escape strategy and equipment availability and coordinate fresh air base escape in emergency conditions 2.8 Identify and install communication equipment in fresh air base and test for effective, clear and reliable operation |
3. Operate from fresh air base | 3.1 Monitor atmosphere and ensure compliance with designated limits, record data at recommended intervals 3.2 Communicate atmosphere conditions to Incident Control and receive instructions 3.3 Relocate fresh air base 3.4 Inform rescue team of fresh air base relocation and reason for decision 3.5 Control and monitor rescue team activities and movements and ensure team safety 3.6 Identify available fresh air base equipment and maintain in a state of readiness 3.7 Brief, confirm, record information and dispatch rescue team 3.8 Coordinate and control ancillary personnel and operations 3.9 Maintain communications with teams and Incident Control 3.10 Carry out handover briefings with oncoming personnel and ensure continuity of operations |
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 that the candidate:
locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures
works effectively with others to undertake and complete the establishment of and operating from a fresh air base that meets all the required outcomes including:
complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
communicating clearly and concisely with others to coordinate work activities
operating emergency communication systems
demonstrates completion of establishing and operating from a fresh air base that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
reading mine plans and navigating in mines
reading maps and interpreting symbols
identify and select fresh air base resources
establishing, relocating and working from a fresh air base
operating atmospheric testing and monitoring instruments
wearing and using escape apparatus
establishing search patterns and marking underground routes
conducting handover briefings with oncoming personnel to ensure continuity of operations
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in establishing and operating from a fresh air base through:
the types and causes of hazards and incidents in underground mines
accessing and interpreting geological and survey data
the effects of hot and humid atmospheres
the location and distribution of caches
the trigger points to initiate emergency response to alarms
the location and purpose of a place of safety
identifying and using guidance systems and markers
site emergency plans
the implications of types of adverse environmental conditions
the location of escape routes and alternative escape routes
the functions of mine ventilation systems
the types and effects of mine gases
the rescue team structure, roles and responsibilities
the role and responsibilities of the Fresh Air Base Controller
the structure, role and responsibilities of Incident Control
the roles of external agencies
the operation and limitations of breathing apparatus
identifying and complying with standby/emergency procedures for fresh air base
ignition sources
types of fire and fire control methods
factors affecting oxygen/air consumption
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 is best assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment;
where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and,
this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,
assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,
assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,
assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,
where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,
assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:
Industry sector | AQF** Level | Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience |
Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction | 1 | 1 Year |
2 | 2 Years |
Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying) | 3-6 | 3 Years |
Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction | 3-6 | 5 Years |
Other sectors | Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation. |
*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.
**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level