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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan and prepare to conduct flexible conveyor train (FCT) operations
  2. Operate flexible conveyor train
  3. Carry out operator maintenance
  4. Plan and prepare to conduct flexible conveyor train (FCT) operations
  5. Operate flexible conveyor train
  6. Carry out operator maintenance

Performance Evidence

vidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of flexible conveyor train operations including:

reading, interpreting, applying and communicating technical information

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues, potential hazards and risks

selecting and using relevant tools and equipment

complying with environmental requirements and constraints

identifying work requirements

applying diagnostic and fault finding techniques

applying hand-eye coordination

interpreting mine survey and geological data

maintaining equipment records

works effectively with others to undertake and complete flexible conveyor train operations in a way that meets all of the required outcomes including:

organising work activities to meet all task requirements

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

resolving coordination requirements throughout work activities

demonstrates completion of flexible conveyor train (FCT) operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

operating flexible conveyor train to load and transport coal

confirming work requirements details such as;

machines, including any defects

cutting sequences

cut cycles

essential survey data

geological conditions

essential environment information

hazards

potential hazards

coordination requirements / issues

completing coordination with others involved, such as;

shuttle car operator

cable handler

tradespersons

miner driver

deputy