The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for conducting spreader operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of spreader operations

working with others to undertake and complete the spreader operations in a way that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of spreader operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the 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 workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the spreader operations

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to conduct spreader operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for conducting spreader operations

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for conducting spreader operations

apply operations safety requirements

access, interpret and apply technical information

apply hand-eye coordination

work at heights

apply diagnostic techniques

use relevant hand tools

apply environmental constraints in spreader operations

maintain equipment records

dispose of environmentally sensitive fluids and materials

apply chemical and fuel safety measures

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to conduct spreader operations:

site and equipment safety procedures

site operational procedures

spreader equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

spreader operational procedures

site environmental requirements and constraints related to spreader operations

hazard identification and response procedures

spreader maintenance systems and procedures

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work requirements may be in the form of:

shift briefings

handover details

work orders

Shift details may include:

nature and scope of the work

working conditions

achievement targets

site lighting arrangements

defects on equipment

hazards and potential hazards

coordination details

Safety information and procedures may be contained in:

legislation and regulations

relevant Australian standards

management plans

OHS policy

code of practice

manufacturer's instructions

safe working procedures (or equivalent)

specific safety requirements, , including:

boarding disembarking procedures

identifying and confirming potential hazards

relocating

operational signal procedures

Hazardous and emergency situations may include:

sinking

spoil and highwall stabilisation

wet weather operation

electrical start-up and shutdown

belt system fires

electrical fires

windy and dusty conditions

working in close proximity and moving equipment and parts

Ground preparation for spreader relocation may include:

pads

roads

rolls

cable routes

ramps

Coordinate issues may include:

communication with personnel

an awareness of other support plant and equipment

Spreader operations may include:

positioning

discharging

selective placement of materials as part of low dumping, high dumping and capping

Operator maintenance procedures are:

those established and authorised for the site