Assessor Resource

RIIRAI501D
Implement mine transport systems and production equipment

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to implement mine transport systems and production equipment in Coal and Metalliferous mining.

This unit is appropriate for those working in management or technical specialist roles.

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

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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 the mine transport systems and production equipment implementation

1.1 Access, interpret and apply mine transport systems and production equipment implementation 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 Identify the purposes of the site transport systems and production equipment

1.6 Access and interpret the specifications for the required production equipment and transport systems

1.7 Identify, clarify, in consultation, and communicate roles and responsibilities of individuals and work teams

1.8 Identify training needs and develop training plans

1.9 Access and interpret site systems requirements

1.10 Access and review, operational and emergency procedures

2. Implement systems for installation and commissioning

2.1 Identify and address hazards and risks associated with the installation and operation of production equipment and transport systems

2.2 Implement emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures

2.3 Integrate new and existing work systems and processes to achieve required outcomes

2.4 Implement standard operating procedures

2.5 Implement site production and transport installation and commissioning procedures

2.6 Implement the training plans

2.7 Commission equipment and systems in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and site procedures

2.8 Assess the need for modification to equipment and systems arising from the commissioning process, and report findings

3. Implement systems for the operation and maintenance of transport systems and production equipment

3.1 Implement procedures for the operation of production equipment and transport systems

3.2 Implement reporting and recording systems

3.3 Implement procedures for reviewing and modifying work processes

4. Implement systems for audit and review

4.1 Audit production equipment and transport systems standards for compliance with legislative and site requirements

4.2 Audit production and transport maintenance standards for currency and compliance with legislative and site requirements

4.3 Audit systems and equipment for compliance with legislative and site requirements

4.4 Audit emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures for compliance with site requirements

4.5 Audit reporting and recording systems for production and transport equipment for compliance with legislative and site requirements

4.6 Audit the training program for currency, relevance and compliance with site requirements

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 legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

implements procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient implementing of mine transport systems and production equipment including:

providing team leadership

identifying and addressing training needs

implementing hazard identification and risks assessment processes

managing work planning and coordination activities

accessing, interpreting and applying manufacturer’s instructions

implementing maintenance and modification surveys and audits

applying the transport systems and production equipment management procedures

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the implementation of mine transport systems and production equipment including:

managing people and processes

resolving conflict

coordinating human, financial and physical resources

developing, initiating and administering work plans

interpret and apply operational performance data engaging

engaging internal and external stakeholders

demonstrates completion of implementing of mine transport systems and production equipment that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

accessing, interpreting and applying safety design features for maintenance of production and transport equipment

accessing, interpreting and applying specification design criteria including:

access

noise

dust

lighting

ergonomics

remote control

physical clearance

confined space

visibility

seating vibration

machine equipment and personal protection

identification of the relevant information and scope of the work

identifying the full range of specification requirements

identifying all aspects of the transport system

identifying the full range of production equipment

managing the commission of the equipment and systems

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in implementing mine transport systems and production equipment through:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for;

providing information/briefings and handover details

assessment of geological structures

managing energy sources including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, diesel

audit review

site document control

production and transport systems and equipment management

site environmental monitoring

risk management

production and transport systems and equipment statutory inspection

site transport systems design and functionality

site reporting

emergency response and evacuation planning

complying with transport rules

no-go zones for mobile equipment

maintenance schemes

SOPs training

statutory testing on diesel vehicles

battery charging

underground fuel depots

conveyor belts

operating procedures relating to production and transport equipment

site operation procedures

site plans

site design relating to production and transport systems and equipment

maintenance and modification systems

production and transport equipment and systems; the types, uses, characteristics and limitations appropriate for safe operation at the site including braking systems

safety design features of production and transport systems including traffic control devices

safe operating procedures relating to production and transport equipment

stores systems

procedures that apply to the system

raining plan

computer based systems for production and transport systems

firefighting systems and precaution rules

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 the mine transport systems and production equipment implementation

1.1 Access, interpret and apply mine transport systems and production equipment implementation 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 Identify the purposes of the site transport systems and production equipment

1.6 Access and interpret the specifications for the required production equipment and transport systems

1.7 Identify, clarify, in consultation, and communicate roles and responsibilities of individuals and work teams

1.8 Identify training needs and develop training plans

1.9 Access and interpret site systems requirements

1.10 Access and review, operational and emergency procedures

2. Implement systems for installation and commissioning

2.1 Identify and address hazards and risks associated with the installation and operation of production equipment and transport systems

2.2 Implement emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures

2.3 Integrate new and existing work systems and processes to achieve required outcomes

2.4 Implement standard operating procedures

2.5 Implement site production and transport installation and commissioning procedures

2.6 Implement the training plans

2.7 Commission equipment and systems in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and site procedures

2.8 Assess the need for modification to equipment and systems arising from the commissioning process, and report findings

3. Implement systems for the operation and maintenance of transport systems and production equipment

3.1 Implement procedures for the operation of production equipment and transport systems

3.2 Implement reporting and recording systems

3.3 Implement procedures for reviewing and modifying work processes

4. Implement systems for audit and review

4.1 Audit production equipment and transport systems standards for compliance with legislative and site requirements

4.2 Audit production and transport maintenance standards for currency and compliance with legislative and site requirements

4.3 Audit systems and equipment for compliance with legislative and site requirements

4.4 Audit emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures for compliance with site requirements

4.5 Audit reporting and recording systems for production and transport equipment for compliance with legislative and site requirements

4.6 Audit the training program for currency, relevance and compliance with site requirements

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 legislation, documentation, policies and procedures

implements procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient implementing of mine transport systems and production equipment including:

providing team leadership

identifying and addressing training needs

implementing hazard identification and risks assessment processes

managing work planning and coordination activities

accessing, interpreting and applying manufacturer’s instructions

implementing maintenance and modification surveys and audits

applying the transport systems and production equipment management procedures

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the implementation of mine transport systems and production equipment including:

managing people and processes

resolving conflict

coordinating human, financial and physical resources

developing, initiating and administering work plans

interpret and apply operational performance data engaging

engaging internal and external stakeholders

demonstrates completion of implementing of mine transport systems and production equipment that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

accessing, interpreting and applying safety design features for maintenance of production and transport equipment

accessing, interpreting and applying specification design criteria including:

access

noise

dust

lighting

ergonomics

remote control

physical clearance

confined space

visibility

seating vibration

machine equipment and personal protection

identification of the relevant information and scope of the work

identifying the full range of specification requirements

identifying all aspects of the transport system

identifying the full range of production equipment

managing the commission of the equipment and systems

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in implementing mine transport systems and production equipment through:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for;

providing information/briefings and handover details

assessment of geological structures

managing energy sources including electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, diesel

audit review

site document control

production and transport systems and equipment management

site environmental monitoring

risk management

production and transport systems and equipment statutory inspection

site transport systems design and functionality

site reporting

emergency response and evacuation planning

complying with transport rules

no-go zones for mobile equipment

maintenance schemes

SOPs training

statutory testing on diesel vehicles

battery charging

underground fuel depots

conveyor belts

operating procedures relating to production and transport equipment

site operation procedures

site plans

site design relating to production and transport systems and equipment

maintenance and modification systems

production and transport equipment and systems; the types, uses, characteristics and limitations appropriate for safe operation at the site including braking systems

safety design features of production and transport systems including traffic control devices

safe operating procedures relating to production and transport equipment

stores systems

procedures that apply to the system

raining plan

computer based systems for production and transport systems

firefighting systems and precaution rules

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 mine transport systems and production equipment implementation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Identify the purposes of the site transport systems and production equipment 
Access and interpret the specifications for the required production equipment and transport systems 
Identify, clarify, in consultation, and communicate roles and responsibilities of individuals and work teams 
Identify training needs and develop training plans 
Access and interpret site systems requirements 
Access and review, operational and emergency procedures 
Identify and address hazards and risks associated with the installation and operation of production equipment and transport systems 
Implement emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures 
Integrate new and existing work systems and processes to achieve required outcomes 
Implement standard operating procedures 
Implement site production and transport installation and commissioning procedures 
Implement the training plans 
Commission equipment and systems in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and site procedures 
Assess the need for modification to equipment and systems arising from the commissioning process, and report findings 
Implement procedures for the operation of production equipment and transport systems 
Implement reporting and recording systems 
Implement procedures for reviewing and modifying work processes 
Audit production equipment and transport systems standards for compliance with legislative and site requirements 
Audit production and transport maintenance standards for currency and compliance with legislative and site requirements 
Audit systems and equipment for compliance with legislative and site requirements 
Audit emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures for compliance with site requirements 
Audit reporting and recording systems for production and transport equipment for compliance with legislative and site requirements 
Audit the training program for currency, relevance and compliance with site requirements 
Access, interpret and apply mine transport systems and production equipment implementation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Identify the purposes of the site transport systems and production equipment 
Access and interpret the specifications for the required production equipment and transport systems 
Identify, clarify, in consultation, and communicate roles and responsibilities of individuals and work teams 
Identify training needs and develop training plans 
Access and interpret site systems requirements 
Access and review, operational and emergency procedures 
Identify and address hazards and risks associated with the installation and operation of production equipment and transport systems 
Implement emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures 
Integrate new and existing work systems and processes to achieve required outcomes 
Implement standard operating procedures 
Implement site production and transport installation and commissioning procedures 
Implement the training plans 
Commission equipment and systems in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and site procedures 
Assess the need for modification to equipment and systems arising from the commissioning process, and report findings 
Implement procedures for the operation of production equipment and transport systems 
Implement reporting and recording systems 
Implement procedures for reviewing and modifying work processes 
Audit production equipment and transport systems standards for compliance with legislative and site requirements 
Audit production and transport maintenance standards for currency and compliance with legislative and site requirements 
Audit systems and equipment for compliance with legislative and site requirements 
Audit emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures for compliance with site requirements 
Audit reporting and recording systems for production and transport equipment for compliance with legislative and site requirements 
Audit the training program for currency, relevance and compliance with site requirements 

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