This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct coal stockpile dozer operations in Coal mining.
This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
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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.
1. Plan and prepare for stockpile dozer operations
1.1 Access, interpret and apply stockpile operations documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant
1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
1.3 Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
1.5 Interpret and apply basic geological and survey data required to complete the allocated task
1.6 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities
1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Operate stockpile dozer
2.1 Carry out start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
2.2 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencing, during, and on completion of the work activity
2.3 Drive dozer and effectively use dozer controls and functions to complete specified tasks
2.4 Carry out towing and pushing of equipment and plant within equipment and/or connection capabilities
2.5 Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
2.6 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
3. Perform stockpile operations
3.1 Remove coal from predetermined stockpile location in accordance with work specifications
3.2 Form slope and height to work specifications
3.3 Pack coal to prevent air ingress, fires and weather channelling
3.4 Level stockpiles to tolerances
3.5 Monitor and respond to spontaneous combustion indicators
3.6 Monitor and respond to contamination indicators
3.7 Complete the work plan, within the operating capacities of the equipment
4. Carry out operator maintenance
4.1 Prepare machine for maintenance
4.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding
4.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
4.4 Return machine to service
4.5 Process written maintenance records
5. Conduct housekeeping activities
5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
5.2 Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
5.3 Process records
Submission Requirements
List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here
Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
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Assessment Tasks
Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
1. Plan and prepare for stockpile dozer operations
1.1 Access, interpret and apply stockpile operations documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant
1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
1.3 Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
1.5 Interpret and apply basic geological and survey data required to complete the allocated task
1.6 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities
1.7 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Operate stockpile dozer
2.1 Carry out start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
2.2 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencing, during, and on completion of the work activity
2.3 Drive dozer and effectively use dozer controls and functions to complete specified tasks
2.4 Carry out towing and pushing of equipment and plant within equipment and/or connection capabilities
2.5 Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
2.6 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
3. Perform stockpile operations
3.1 Remove coal from predetermined stockpile location in accordance with work specifications
3.2 Form slope and height to work specifications
3.3 Pack coal to prevent air ingress, fires and weather channelling
3.4 Level stockpiles to tolerances
3.5 Monitor and respond to spontaneous combustion indicators
3.6 Monitor and respond to contamination indicators
3.7 Complete the work plan, within the operating capacities of the equipment
4. Carry out operator maintenance
4.1 Prepare machine for maintenance
4.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding
4.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
4.4 Return machine to service
4.5 Process written maintenance records
5. Conduct housekeeping activities
5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
5.2 Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
5.3 Process records
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
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Access, interpret and apply stockpile operations documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
Identify and address risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
Interpret and apply basic geological and survey data required to complete the allocated task
Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
Carry out start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures
Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencing, during, and on completion of the work activity
Drive dozer and effectively use dozer controls and functions to complete specified tasks
Carry out towing and pushing of equipment and plant within equipment and/or connection capabilities
Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms
Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
Remove coal from predetermined stockpile location in accordance with work specifications
Form slope and height to work specifications
Pack coal to prevent air ingress, fires and weather channelling
Level stockpiles to tolerances
Monitor and respond to spontaneous combustion indicators
Monitor and respond to contamination indicators
Complete the work plan, within the operating capacities of the equipment
Prepare machine for maintenance
Conduct inspection and fault finding
Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
Return machine to service
Process written maintenance records
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment