Assessor Resource

RIIPEO201D
Conduct conveyor operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


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

This unit is appropriate for those in operational roles.

No licensing, legislation, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



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 conveyor operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply conveyor operations documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements prior to proceeding

1.3 Plan job and optimise production requirements

1.4 Identify, address and report environmental issues and ground conditions

1.5 Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks

1.6 Select and wear personal correct protective equipment

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

2. Operate conveyor

2.1 Carry out start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures

2.2 Coordinate activities with others prior to commencing, during and on completion of work activities

2.3 Activate audio and visual safety indicators before conveyor operation commences

2.4 Ensure safe operation of equipment and maintain safety of self, others and plant/equipment

2.5 Monitor conveyor performance utilising appropriate indicators

2.6 Assess weight and dimension of materials and ensure conveyor is not exceeding capacity

2.7 Monitor the process and ensure spillage is minimised

2.8 Identify and remove/manage contaminants

2.9 Complete the work plan within the operating capacities of the equipment

3. Carry out operator maintenance

3.1 Prepare machine for maintenance

3.2 Conduct inspections and fault finding procedures

3.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks

3.4 Return machine to service

3.5 Process written maintenance records

4. Carry out housekeeping activities

4.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

4.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

4.3 Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment

4.4 Process written 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

works effectively with others to undertake and complete conveyor 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

communicating to confirm work requirements

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

conducting prestart, shutdown and secure of conveyor equipment

monitoring conveyor performance

loading conveyor correctly taking into account weight and dimension of materials

minimising spillage while operating conveyor

identifying and removing contaminants

conducting minor maintenance and adjustments requirements

conducting housekeeping activities

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in conducting conveyor operations through:

conveyor systems and related equipment configurations

conveyor systems equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

differences in night and day working conditions

site environmental, ground conditions and constraints

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

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 conveyor operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply conveyor operations documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements prior to proceeding

1.3 Plan job and optimise production requirements

1.4 Identify, address and report environmental issues and ground conditions

1.5 Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks

1.6 Select and wear personal correct protective equipment

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

2. Operate conveyor

2.1 Carry out start-up, park, shutdown and secure equipment procedures

2.2 Coordinate activities with others prior to commencing, during and on completion of work activities

2.3 Activate audio and visual safety indicators before conveyor operation commences

2.4 Ensure safe operation of equipment and maintain safety of self, others and plant/equipment

2.5 Monitor conveyor performance utilising appropriate indicators

2.6 Assess weight and dimension of materials and ensure conveyor is not exceeding capacity

2.7 Monitor the process and ensure spillage is minimised

2.8 Identify and remove/manage contaminants

2.9 Complete the work plan within the operating capacities of the equipment

3. Carry out operator maintenance

3.1 Prepare machine for maintenance

3.2 Conduct inspections and fault finding procedures

3.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks

3.4 Return machine to service

3.5 Process written maintenance records

4. Carry out housekeeping activities

4.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

4.2 Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

4.3 Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment

4.4 Process written 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

works effectively with others to undertake and complete conveyor 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

communicating to confirm work requirements

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

conducting prestart, shutdown and secure of conveyor equipment

monitoring conveyor performance

loading conveyor correctly taking into account weight and dimension of materials

minimising spillage while operating conveyor

identifying and removing contaminants

conducting minor maintenance and adjustments requirements

conducting housekeeping activities

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in conducting conveyor operations through:

conveyor systems and related equipment configurations

conveyor systems equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

differences in night and day working conditions

site environmental, ground conditions and constraints

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 conveyor operations documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements prior to proceeding 
Plan job and optimise production requirements 
Identify, address and report environmental issues and ground conditions 
Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks 
Select and wear personal correct protective equipment 
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 prior to commencing, during and on completion of work activities 
Activate audio and visual safety indicators before conveyor operation commences 
Ensure safe operation of equipment and maintain safety of self, others and plant/equipment 
Monitor conveyor performance utilising appropriate indicators 
Assess weight and dimension of materials and ensure conveyor is not exceeding capacity 
Monitor the process and ensure spillage is minimised 
Identify and remove/manage contaminants 
Complete the work plan within the operating capacities of the equipment 
Prepare machine for maintenance 
Conduct inspections and fault finding procedures 
Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks 
Return machine to service 
Process written maintenance records 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues 
Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment 
Process written records 
Access, interpret and apply conveyor operations documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements prior to proceeding 
Plan job and optimise production requirements 
Identify, address and report environmental issues and ground conditions 
Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks 
Select and wear personal correct protective equipment 
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 prior to commencing, during and on completion of work activities 
Activate audio and visual safety indicators before conveyor operation commences 
Ensure safe operation of equipment and maintain safety of self, others and plant/equipment 
Monitor conveyor performance utilising appropriate indicators 
Assess weight and dimension of materials and ensure conveyor is not exceeding capacity 
Monitor the process and ensure spillage is minimised 
Identify and remove/manage contaminants 
Complete the work plan within the operating capacities of the equipment 
Prepare machine for maintenance 
Conduct inspections and fault finding procedures 
Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks 
Return machine to service 
Process written maintenance records 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues 
Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment 
Process written records 

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