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Elements and Performance Criteria

Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

conduct blast surveys on at least two occasions, including:

planning and preparing blast surveys

interpreting geological data

clarifying survey parameters

completing survey equipment checks

operating survey equipment

surveying blast area

preparing survey reports

carrying out basic maintenance.

During the above, the candidate must:

locate and apply relevant documentation and procedures and confirm work activity is compliant

work effectively with others to undertake and complete blast survey that meets required outcomes, including:

complying with reporting requirements and procedures

communicating clearly and concisely with others to:

receive and clarify work instructions

resolve coordination requirements within scope of own role.

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

key procedures and documentation required to conduct blast surveys, including:

site plans and maps

types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations of blast survey equipment

manual and electronic survey techniques for setup and collection of data, including:

linear measurement

angular measurement

techniques for interpreting and applying geological data, including:

techniques for coordinating job activities with others.