Assessor Resource

RIIMPO312D
Conduct scraper operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct scraper operations in Coal and Metalliferous mining and Extractive.

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 scraper operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply scraper 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 Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated job

1.6 Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others

1.7 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities

1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Operate scraper

2.1 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures

2.2 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

2.3 Drive and operate scraper, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions

2.4 Conduct, control and monitor operations within the equipment limitations

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. Load, haul and dump materials

3.1 Efficiently load scraper bowl with material

3.2 Carry out haulage operations

3.3 Efficiently and effectively dump material

3.4 Complete the work plan, within the operating capacities of the equipment

4. Carry out operator maintenance

4.1 Prepare machine for maintenance

4.2 Return machine to service

4.3 Conduct inspection and fault finding

4.4 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks

4.5 Process written maintenance records

5. Conduct housekeeping activities

5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2 Process records

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of scraper operations including:

conducting prestart checks prior to commencing operations and shutdown procedures on completion of operations

carrying out vehicle refuelling requirements and procedures

driving and operating the equipment to site conditions

applying safe work practices and identifying and reporting all potential hazards, risks and environmental issues

applying problem solving and troubleshooting techniques

applying techniques for load carrying load discharge

selecting and using the required tools and equipment

working safely around other machines and personnel

works effectively with others to undertake and complete scraper operations that meet all of the required outcomes including:

using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others

maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

organising work activities to meet all task requirements

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

demonstrates completion of conducting scraper operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

completing a variety of scraper operations including:

loading

load carrying

load discharge

equipment positioning

towing and pushing

working safely around:

overhead power lines

other machines and personnel

live stockpiles

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when conducting grader operations:

identifying, interpreting ground conditions

communicating and performing isolation procedures

identifying equipment processes, technical capability and limitations

identifying, interpreting and using geological and technical data (basic)

being prepared for fire/accident/emergency

identifying signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed

applying operational, maintenance and basic diagnostics

completing housekeeping activities

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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1. Plan and prepare for scraper operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply scraper 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 Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated job

1.6 Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others

1.7 Select, and check for faults, equipment and/or attachments for work activities

1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Operate scraper

2.1 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures

2.2 Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

2.3 Drive and operate scraper, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions

2.4 Conduct, control and monitor operations within the equipment limitations

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. Load, haul and dump materials

3.1 Efficiently load scraper bowl with material

3.2 Carry out haulage operations

3.3 Efficiently and effectively dump material

3.4 Complete the work plan, within the operating capacities of the equipment

4. Carry out operator maintenance

4.1 Prepare machine for maintenance

4.2 Return machine to service

4.3 Conduct inspection and fault finding

4.4 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks

4.5 Process written maintenance records

5. Conduct housekeeping activities

5.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2 Process records

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of scraper operations including:

conducting prestart checks prior to commencing operations and shutdown procedures on completion of operations

carrying out vehicle refuelling requirements and procedures

driving and operating the equipment to site conditions

applying safe work practices and identifying and reporting all potential hazards, risks and environmental issues

applying problem solving and troubleshooting techniques

applying techniques for load carrying load discharge

selecting and using the required tools and equipment

working safely around other machines and personnel

works effectively with others to undertake and complete scraper operations that meet all of the required outcomes including:

using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others

maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

organising work activities to meet all task requirements

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

demonstrates completion of conducting scraper operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

completing a variety of scraper operations including:

loading

load carrying

load discharge

equipment positioning

towing and pushing

working safely around:

overhead power lines

other machines and personnel

live stockpiles

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when conducting grader operations:

identifying, interpreting ground conditions

communicating and performing isolation procedures

identifying equipment processes, technical capability and limitations

identifying, interpreting and using geological and technical data (basic)

being prepared for fire/accident/emergency

identifying signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed

applying operational, maintenance and basic diagnostics

completing housekeeping activities

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level

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 scraper 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 
Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated job 
Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others 
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 pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures 
Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity 
Drive and operate scraper, and modify the operating technique to meet changing work conditions 
Conduct, control and monitor operations within the equipment limitations 
Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms 
Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment 
Efficiently load scraper bowl with material 
Carry out haulage operations 
Efficiently and effectively dump material 
Complete the work plan, within the operating capacities of the equipment 
Prepare machine for maintenance 
Return machine to service 
Conduct inspection and fault finding 
Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks 
Process written maintenance records 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Process records 

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