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 assisting underground in-seam directional drilling | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply assist underground in-seam directional drilling documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 1.5 Communicate and coordinate activities with others throughout the work activity 1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 1.7 Load, unload and move tools and equipment |
2. Support the underground in-seam directional drilling process | 2.1 Position and number drill rods in readiness for drilling 2.2 Inspect in-hole drilling components for damage 2.3 Fit and remove in-hole drilling components to and from the drill string 2.4 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment 2.5 Prepare for unplanned gas and water leakage |
3. Carry out basic maintenance of tools and equipment | 3.1 Monitor the drill rods for wear and damage and dress and grease threads 3.2 Rotate rods in stack as and when required 3.3 Perform inspections and routine checks on hoses and ancillary equipment and carryout remedial action 3.4 Ensure that drill fluids are appropriately contained and disposed 3.5 Complete housekeeping activities 3.6 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 assisting with underground in-seam directional drilling including:
applying safe manual handling practices
operating ancillary equipment
working wearing personal protective equipment
inspecting and monitoring equipment
carrying out operator maintenance
works effectively with others to undertake and complete underground in-seam directional drilling that meets all of the required outcomes including:
complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
communicating clearly and concisely with others to resolve coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities
demonstrates completion of assisting with underground in-seam directional drilling that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
positioning and numbering drill rods in readiness for drilling
inspecting in-hole drilling components for damage
fitting and removing in-hole drilling components to and from the drill string
preparing for unplanned gas and water leakage
monitoring drill rods for wear and rotating in stack
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in assisting underground in-seam directional drilling through:
applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:
work, health and safety
environmental issues
handling drilling equipment
housekeeping
reading, interpreting and complying with safety data sheets (SDS)
being prepared for fire/accident/emergency
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