The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the implementation and maintenance of process control systems

implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient implementation and maintenance of process control systems

the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes

the identification of viable options and the selection of process control systems that best meet the required outcomes

working with others to undertake and complete the implementation and maintenance of process control systems

consistent successful implementation and maintenance of process control systems

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a civil works environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge to apply in undertaking of the implementation and maintenance of process control systems

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes

identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes

identification of viable options and the selection of process control systems that best meet the required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the implementation and maintenance of process control systems

provision of clear and timely required support and advice on the implementation and maintenance of process control systems

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to implement and maintain process control systems:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply procedures for monitoring and maintaining operations

apply people and processes management techniques

apply production operations analysis and review procedures

apply projects and tasks management techniques

apply human and physical resource coordinating procedures

apply procedures to ensure delivery and maintenance of services to required specifications

apply traffic, equipment and maintenance systems procedures

apply techniques to evaluate new and used equipment

apply performance audit procedures (finance, energy, safety, environment, quality assurance, legislative compliance and products)

access and use appropriate technologies

apply management report preparation and presentation requirements and procedures

apply negotiating techniques (with internal/external customers, community and statutory/legal authorities)

apply conflict resolution techniques

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to implement and maintain process control systems:

programmable logic controllers

metalliferous mining operations

metalliferous mining products and services

metalliferous mining plant and equipment

team management

quality system

statutory control

organisational objectives

resource monitoring

surveying

environmental management

OHS

computer applications

negotiation techniques

statistics

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation

may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Management operates within:

an environment ranging from small/medium/large operations

appropriate policies, guidelines and processes

established quality and continuous improvement processes

environmental standards

ethical standards established by the organisation

strategic plans developed by the organisation

productivity and profitability objectives and targets

international best practice and benchmarking principles and practices

technical standards established by industry and/or enterprise

legislation, codes and practices

resource parameters which may be defined or negotiated

a diverse range of plant/equipment, products and services

training and development/business and performance plans

enterprise/industrial agreements/awards

human resource practices and policies

learning organisation principles and practices

Management is responsible for:

evaluating equipment/plant and power requirements for Metalliferous mining operations

preparing a commercial viable project budget

evaluating, selecting, tendering and purchasing new equipment/plant

sourcing and raising capital development funding

planning and monitoring earth work operations

monitoring project timeframes against budget

commissioning geophysical surveys

quantifying resource and proving deposit

developing detailed site plans and working drawings

establishing a rehabilitation plan in line with regulative requirements

establishing and managing positive relations with others in the internal and external environment

research which could include:

geological, climatic, hydrology/topography and environmental factors

cultural and biological environments

improve customer relations

promote company image

influence operational performance

plan production schedules

records/reports

oral/written/computer based

supervision of maintenance

Negotiation may be with:

stakeholders

regulatory authorities

tenderers

operating managers

project managers

contractors

employees

community

suppliers

customers

Resources may include:

people

buildings/facilities

finance

equipment

power/energy

technology

information

time