Assessor Resource

RIIMPO302B
Conduct hydraulic shovel operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit is appropriate for those working in mobile plant operator roles, at worksites within:

Coal mining

Extractive industries

Metalliferous mining

This unit covers conducting hydraulic shovel operations in the mining and extractive industries. It includes planning and preparing for operations, operating the shovel, digging and loading trucks, and cleaning equipment to site requirements.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Co-Requisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

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.

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 hydraulic shovel operations

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

working with others to undertake and complete hydraulic shovel operations that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of hydraulic shovel 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.

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.

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

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

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete hydraulic shovel operations

Guidance information for assessment

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


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to conduct hydraulic shovel operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply diagnostic techniques

apply hazardous goods handling techniques

apply loading techniques

interpret plans, reports, maps, specifications

apply lifting techniques

organise work tasks

work in a team

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the performance criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following as required to conduct hydraulic shovel operations:

operating principles and practices

breakdown procedures

emergency procedures

environmental and heritage procedures

equipment processes, technical capability and limitations

equipment safety requirements

geological and technical data

hauling procedures

fatigue management

hazardous goods procedures and consequences of spills

isolation procedures

mine operational system

night and day working procedures

OHS procedures

operational procedures and checks

road rules

shutdown procedures

site safety requirements

start-up 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, 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

Potential risks and hazards may include:

abandoned equipment

adjoining pit walls

adverse weather conditions (electrical storms, floods, fires)

chemicals

contaminants

equipment

fences

holes

materials

over-hanging rocks

personnel

pot holes

unsafe ground

unstable faces

vehicles

Pre-start checks may include:

cab condition (no rags in air conditioner vent, dirt around brake and accelerator pedals, seat condition, all gear secured)

cab mounts

damage to equipment

danger tags

engine oil to be checked before starting engine

fire suppression unit (pins in position in triggers)

grease lines

light positioning and cleanliness

no combustible material around exhaust

oil leaks (engine, hydraulic hoses, ground); fuel leaks (engine, on ground); water leaks (radiator, hoses)

personal proximity

portable fire extinguisher (bracket, gauge, hose, ease of access)

radiator top up tank

vehicle number

windows (clean, emergency exit tag in place)

Environmental requirements may include:

culturally-sensitive sites and artefacts

drainage

dust

emissions

flora and fauna

hazardous chemicals

heritage legislation

noise

runoff

spills

water quality

Emergency procedures may include:

clean up

equipment shutdown procedures

evacuation procedures

First Aid

isolation procedures

notification of authorities

use of personal protective equipment

Capacity of equipment and/or attachments may include:

duration of operation

efficient and safe operating speed

operating limitations

type of activities performed

weight and/or load limitations

Loading face characteristics may include:

stable

unstable

Material may include:

gravel

ore

overburden

oxidised waste

rejects

road base

rubbish

sand

sulphide rock fill

tailings

topsoil

water

Cleaning methods may include:

degreasing

forced air

steam cleaning

vacuum

water

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

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 compliance documentation relevant to conducting hydraulic shovel operations 
Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details 
Evaluate equipment and/or attachments supplied for suitability for the work to be undertaken, according to job specifications and to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of work activities 
Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks 
Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Carry out equipment pre-start check to ensure equipment is ready for operation 
Comply with environmental requirements 
Establish and maintain communication with other personnel using approved communication methods 
Follow emergency procedures to ensure safety of personnel and plant 
Start shovel to manufacturer's operational requirements 
Warm up and exercise shovel and associated equipment, and check controls and instruments for correct functioning 
Monitor and respond to equipment performance utilising appropriate indicators and alarms to aid efficient and effective operation 
Operate shovel smoothly, with correct reach angle to allow optimum efficiency and bucket load, and minimise overload or strain on shovel 
Position shovel for safe, efficient extraction 
Position and set up shovel for safe, efficient digging 
Determine and maintain depth of bench to allow optimum use of bucket capacity 
Set and monitor bucket penetration for optimum bucket load and to minimise overload or strain on shovel 
Walk shovel and re-position for safe and efficient operation 
Communicate with and direct truck positioning for safe loading operation 
Load material on truck so that bucket clears side of truck and is not swung over truck cabin, material is placed in the centre of tray and does not exceed truck load limit 
Check surrounding area and re-position shovel in regard to other operations personnel, to meet digging requirements 
Keep floor clear and level and remove spillages 
Park shovel in safe area, on flat, level ground at end of shift 
Clean and store attachments and other ancillary equipment ready for further use 
Complete all required records and documentation accurately and promptly 

Forms

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