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 small mine operations planning | 1.1. Access, interpret and apply small mine operations documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2. Plan location of access shaft on a virgin claim to avoid potential ore-bearing ground 1.3. Design and plan shaft to minimise impact on the environment 1.4. Plan location of access shaft on a virgin claim to allow effective location, organisation and access to other mine facilities 1.5. Establish location of a second means of access (secondary shaft) to allow most effective exit from the mine in emergency situations 1.6. If claim is previously mined, inspect conditions of existing shafts to determine the most appropriate access and secondary shafts 1.7. Ensure that the access shaft is located in the appropriate place in relation to the planned mine ventilation system 1.8. Plan layout and configuration of surface facilities in relation to access and secondary shaft 1.9. Record shaft location on the mine plan |
2. Design and plan location of ventilation shafts or drill holes | 2.1. Plan the mining sequence throughout the life of the mine to determine the location of ventilation shafts or drill holes 2.2. Design and determine the location of ventilation shafts for any proposed secondary ventilation system to deliver fresh air to all active drives |
3. Design and plan mine workings | 3.1. Design mine workings to facilitate minerals discovery 3.2. Design and plan the drive pattern, opening size and development sequence to best extract minerals and for mine ground stability 3.3. Design mine layout to maximise production and movement of materials to the surface 3.4. Determine room and pillar configuration and plot on the mine plan |
4. Design and plan materials handling process and equipment | 4.1. Design and plan the handling of waste material stored on the surface of the mine 4.2. Design and plan for the installation of hoisting systems and equipment to meet materials movement and compliance documentation 4.3. Plan the system and method for the storage, transport and handling of hazardous materials and/or explosives |
5. Develop the mine safety management plan | 5.1. Develop, in consultation, the WHS policy for the mine’s operations 5.2. Develop, in consultation, and document procedures and methods for the factors covered by the mine safety management plan 5.3. Design and develop, in consultation, document control documents and log book 5.4. Gain approval for the Mine Safety Management Plan from relevant authorities/agencies |
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 applicable legislation, documentation, policies and procedures
implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of planning small mine operations including:
identifying geology associated with ore-bearing ground, & assessing mine ground conditions
maintaining log book and records
designing and documenting procedures
designing systems for environmental constraints
designing disposal systems for environmentally sensitive fluids and materials
applying design and planning principles and methods
applying operational safety requirements to mine planning
works effectively with others to undertake and complete the planning of small mine operations that meets all of the required outcomes including:
consulting with stakeholders to develop the mine safety management plan
demonstrates completion of planning small mine operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
identifying the scope of and conducting inspection of access shaft
identifying and establishing location of a second means of access
planning the mining sequence throughout the life of the mine to determine the location of ventilation shafts or drill holes
designing and planning the mine workings
designing and planning the handling of waste material stored on the surface of the mine
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in planning small mine operations through:
accessing, interpreting and applying legislative, organization and site requirements and procedures for:
emergency response
work, health and safety
environmental issues
materials handling and transport
hazardous materials handling
assessment of mine ground conditions
identifying hazards affecting pillar design and development
operating hoisting systems
accessing, interpreting and applying;
geology associated with ore-bearing ground
shaft design requirements and parameters
mine layout principles and design parameters
design criteria for planning mine operation
principles of ventilation and air flow
surface installations and equipment
pillar configuration/pillar design and layout
characteristics and properties of roofs
pillar extraction methods and safety requirements
mine safety management planning
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