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, organisation and site requirements and procedures manufacturer's guidelines and specifications Australian standards codes of practice Employment and workplace relations legislation Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Work requirements and procedures may come from briefings, handovers, and work orders and may include: | product identification nature and scope of tasks achievement targets operational conditions site layout out of bounds areas worksite inspection requirements lighting conditions plant or equipment defects hazards and potential hazards coordination requirements or issues |
Geological data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to: | rock type and characteristics faults and joints water tables or other water sources |
Survey data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to: | floor heights bench widths grades |
Coordination with others may include with: | supervisors plant operators (fixed & mobile) contractors traffic coordinators & weighbridge operators other site personnel loading units other earthmoving equipment materials handling equipment light vehicles lighting plant use of 2-way radios |
Pre-start and start-up procedures are to include: | external check of the machine checking and topping up fluid levels (including fuel) lubrication inspection of attachments to ensure security and defects instrument and control lever checks reporting of defects and damage |
Park-up and shutdown procedures are to ensure that: | vehicle/equipment is secured as required by site procedures attachments are rendered safe access ways are clear |
Operating techniques may include: | equipment positioning load discharge observing site speed limits working safely around: overhead powerlines other machines and personnel live stockpiles |
Changing work conditions may include variations in: | grades height of faces weather conditions day and night |
Monitoring systems and alarms may include: | |
Hazardous and emergency situations may include: | powerlines conveyors overhead service lightning strikes (potential tyre explosion) tyre fires (isolation procedures) |
Operator service, maintenance and housekeeping tasks are those established and authorised for the site and may include: | cleaning, authorised servicing and the monitoring recording and reporting of faults conduct of authorised minor replacements provision of assistance to maintenance personnel during maintenance and repair activities |
Records and reports may include: | fuel usage computer readings end of shift documentation supplies logs work logs stockpile information quality information despatch details |