Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for operations
- Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to operating rollers and compactors in underground metalliferous mines
- Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details
- Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
- Select appropriate type of equipment according to job type and specifications to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of work activities
- Perform equipment pre-start checks
- Inspect and assess site conditions to determine if scaling is required and take action according to site requirements
- Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks
- Carry out start-up procedures
- Identify, address and report environmental issues
- Adhere to emergency procedures in case of fire and/or accident
- Use approved dust suppression and extraction methods
- Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area
- Compact material
- Operate equipment safely within work environment, limitations and road conditions, observing safe driving conventions
- Identify, remove and dispose of contaminants
- Communicate with other equipment operators and personnel using approved communication methods
- Monitor and manage equipment performance using appropriate indicators to aid efficient operations
- Maintain safety of site by implementing appropriate safety provisions
- Complete all required documentation clearly, concisely and on time
- Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift
- Carry out operator maintenance
- Conduct housekeeping activities