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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare for geological field assistance
   • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
   • Access, interpret and apply geological field assistance documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
   • Identify and minimise environmental issues and potential hazards, and assess and address risks within scope of own role and according to workplace procedures
   • Arrange communications method and protocols with field team members
   • Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
   • Select and obtain relevant geological instruments and field equipment for work activities
   • Perform geological instrument and field equipment checks to ensure instruments and equipment are ready for operation
   • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and identify steps required in case of fires, accidents and other emergencies
2. Collect and classify common rocks, ores and minerals
   • Take rock, ore and mineral samples according to workplace procedures and geologists’ requirements
   • Communicate field activities and results to relevant personnel
   • Examine specimens or outcrops to identify the properties and classify specimens into geological types
   • Compile records of all sampling results according to workplace procedures
3. Use geological maps and sections
   • Interpret correct symbols to read geological maps and sections
   • Interpret and record geological problems using block diagrams
   • Interpret and record geographical features from landforms and maps
   • Identify, in weathered outcrop, simple features as signs of the fresh rock type
   • Carry out basic geological surveying techniques

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:

provide geological field assistance on at least two occasions, including:

performing instrument and equipment checks prior to use

collecting and classifying rocks, minerals and ore

conducting basic geological surveying

maintaining recording and reporting systems.

During the above, the candidate must:

locate and apply required documentation, policies and procedures

implement the requirements, procedures and techniques for the completion of providing geological field assistance, including:

driving all-terrain vehicles

complying with environmental requirements

work with others to provide geological field assistance that meets required outcomes, including:

identifying and applying communication methods and protocols

communicating and coordinating activities with others.

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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 policies, procedures and established requirements for providing geological field assistance, including those for:

sampling and sample identification

safe and correct use of instruments and equipment in the field

geology of rock, ore and mineral deposits

classification of rock, ore and minerals

geometry of geological structures on maps and in the field

company and site policy and procedures regarding geological field work

types and functions of geological instruments and field equipment.

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