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 application and monitoring of site stockpile management plans

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient application and monitoring of site stockpile management plans

working with others to plan, prepare, apply and monitor site stockpile management plans

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in site stockpile management plans

evidence of the consistent successful application and monitoring of site stockpile management plans

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 resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the 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

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

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to plan, prepare, apply and monitor site stockpile management plans

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the application of the site stockpile management plan

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 apply and monitor site stockpile management plan:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

provide team leadership

apply procedures for selecting operational and construction techniques

apply procedures to selecting and assigning plant and equipment

apply procedures to develop and administer work plans

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 apply and monitor site stockpile management plan:

site risk, statutory compliance, health, safety, environmental, quality and communication requirements and procedures

the site stockpile management plan

team leadership techniques

operational techniques required for execution of the plan

plant and equipment capabilities

work planning techniques

work monitoring methods

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

Geological data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to:

rock type and characteristics

faults and joints

water tables or other water sources

coal

inter seam

coal quality

Survey data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to:

floor heights

bench widths

grades

stockpile level

stockpile volumes

The site stockpile management plan may include:

height and dimensional restrictions

signage requirements

base preparation requirements

drainage requirements

inspection requirements

system methodology

stockpile full and empty arrangements

equipment operating and maintenance procedures

emergency precautions and evacuation processes

handling spontaneous combustion

coal blending

automation and manual override

monitoring systems

reporting requirements

communication to others in supply and delivery

restrictions or procedural requirements for using mobile plant on top of stockpiles

restrictions or procedural requirements for using mobile plant on top of stockpiles

requirements for working under a face on stockpiles

stock take techniques and requirements

Resources may include:

labour

materials

services and

equipment

Instructions may be issued in briefings, handovers, and work orders and may include:

nature and scope of tasks

achievement targets

operational conditions

obtaining permits required

site layout

out of bounds areas

worksite inspection requirements

lighting conditions

plant or equipment defects

hazards and potential hazards

coordination requirements or issues