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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for rescue operation
  2. Brief team members
  3. Report to and liaise with Incident Control
  4. Lead and monitor rescue team
  5. Complete team operation

Required Skills

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 lead rescue teams

apply legislative organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply leadership skills

work with teams

assess a situation and make effective safe decisions

apply basic life support

apply procedures to establish search patterns and mark routes

apply risk assessments processes

apply contingency measures with breathing apparatus in emergency situations

select and use personal protection equipment

operate in escape apparatus

read and interpret mine plans and symbols

take air measurement and ventilation readings

take temperature and relative humidity measures

interpret and use signals

access interpret and apply technical and safety information

apply diagnosticfaultfinding techniques

apply isolation procedures

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 lead rescue teams

principles of leadership

counselling techniques

rescue guidelines

reporting and recording methods and protocols

entrapment procedures

mining methods and environment

transport systems

ignition sources

gas testing and monitoring instruments types limitations function and operation

types of fire and fire control methods

callout procedures

rescue team procedures and equipment

standby emergency procedures

effects on people working in hot and humid atmospheres

air measurement and ventilation systems

atmospheric monitoring and ventilation systems

types of breathing apparatus their construction operating principles and limitations

factors affecting oxygenair consumption

techniques for resuscitation in irrespirable atmospheres

fresh air base procedures and communications

structure role and responsibilities of Incident Control

critical incident stress debriefing

hazardous substances their effects and controls

extrication methods

risk management procedures

Evidence Required

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 leading of rescue teams in underground metalliferous mines

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe effective and efficient leading of rescue teams in underground metalliferous mines

working with others to plan prepare and conduct underground metalliferous mining rescue procedures

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in underground metalliferous mining rescue

evidence of the consistent successful leadership of underground metalliferous mining rescue procedures

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 the work 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 andor 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 andor oral assessment of the candidates required knowledge

observed documented andor first hand testimonial evidence of the candidates

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 candidates

working with others to plan prepare and conduct underground metalliferous mining rescue procedures

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those underground metalliferous mining rescue procedures

Guidance information for assessment

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


Range Statement

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

Information may include:

arrivals

departures

team names

suit/set identification numbers

route of travel

expected time of return

Incident Control:

has overall planning, approval and control of an incident

Communications may include:

reports

2-way radio

telephone

mobile phone

hand signals

runners

light signals

Teams may comprise two or more members, depending on such factors as:

respiratory protection

distance/communications

Team roles may include:

rescue team leader

deputy rescue team leader

rescue team member

Equipment is:

the equipment specified in the mine's rescue guidelines and protocols

Operational advice may include:

re-location

evacuation

notification to active team

notification to surface

Irrespirable atmosphere is considered as an atmosphere which is unsafe for a person to breathe as a result of either oxygen depletion or the presence of:

toxic fumes

gases

contaminants

Physical condition may be affected by:

heat exhaustion

dehydration

injuries from slipping / tripping / falls

respiratory problems

physical exhaustion

vomiting

workload

Emotional condition may be affected by:

panic

fright

stress

distress

claustrophobia

Reports may be:

written or oral