This unit develops the skills and knowledge required to operate rope shovel to dig and load trucks.
This unit applies to those working in site-based roles.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors, and must be sourced from state jurisdictions prior to applying this unit.
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Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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Observation Checklist
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Access, interpret and apply rope shovel documentation
Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements before proceeding
Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
Select required rope shovel equipment and confirm suitability for work activities
Position or move cable towers, power lines and/or crossovers to location according to work requirements, ensuring safety of operator and other personnel
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fires, accidents and emergencies
Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity
Carry out prestart and start-up checks in line with workplace procedures
Identify faults or defects and rectify or report within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures
Drive and operate shovel, with correct reach angle, and ensure optimum bucket load without overload or strain on shovel
Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms according to manufacturers’ specifications
Monitor hazards and risks during operations, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
Position and set up shovel for safe, efficient digging
Determine and maintain depth of bench, ensure optimum use of bucket capacity
Set and monitor bucket penetration and ensure optimum bucket load and to minimise overload or strain on shovel
Walk shovel and re-position for safe and efficient operation
Coordinate truck positioning to ensure safe loading operation
Load material on truck, and ensure bucket clears side of truck and is not swung over truck cabin to ensure safety
Check material is placed in the centre of truck tray and does not exceed truck load limit in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications
Re-position shovel, and ensure safety of other operations personnel, property and equipment
Keep floor clear and level and remove spillages
Park shovel in safe area, on flat, level ground at end of operation
Shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures
Clear work area and dispose or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
Complete and file or distribute documentation in a manner that complies with workplace practices
Forms
Assessment Cover Sheet
RIIMPO303E - Conduct rope shovel operations
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RIIMPO303E - Conduct rope shovel operations
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