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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan for dispatch operations
  2. Load and dispatch coal

Required Skills

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to conducting rail dispatch operations

apply legislative organisation and site requirements and procedures for conducting rail dispatch operations

apply operational safety requirements

access interpret and apply technical information

apply communication skills oral and written

use communications equipment

calculate dispatch details

operate loading systems

prepare and maintain documentation and records

comply with siterail environmental requirements and constraints

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used This includes knowledge of the following as required to conduct rail dispatch operations

conditions agreed with the rail authority

site and equipment safety requirements

coal product quality procedures

stockpile and dispatch management systems and procedures

coal dispatch systems components their characteristics functions and limitations

freight rail operational procedures

freight railcustomer communication systems

rail dispatch documentation and recording systems

coal and rail industry environmental requirements and constraints

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 conducting rail dispatch operations

implementation of requirements procedures and techniques for the safe effective and efficient completion of rail dispatch operations

working with others to undertake and complete the rail dispatch operations in a way that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of rail dispatch operations that safely effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

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

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

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

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 requirement procedures and techniques for the safe effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidates

working with others to undertake and complete the rail dispatch operations

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, organisational and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Dispatch requirements may include the:

quantity, quality and stockpile source of coal

train identification

essential timings

coordination requirements/issues

Dispatch systems components for inspection/test run may include:

conveyors

feeders

hydraulics (loaders)

rail line

signals

samplers

communications equipment

Documentation may include:

ticketing

report sheets

consignment notes

others agreed with the rail and port/receiving authority

Safety information and procedures may be contained in:

legislation and regulations

relevant Australian standards

management plans

OHS policy

code of practice

manufacturer's instructions

safe working procedures (or equivalent)

Coordination with others may include:

servicing rail authority

train operator

discharge port samplers and plant/equipment operators such as dozers and reclaimers

Completion of records may include the:

placement of tickets on train

recording of load and train details

recording of arrival, loading and departure times