Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for towing
- Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to towing in underground metalliferous mines
- Receive, interpret and clarify shift changeover details
- Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
- Select appropriate type of towing equipment according to job type and specifications to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of work activities
- Perform equipment pre-start checks
- Carry out start-up procedures
- Identify, address and report potential hazards and risks
- Communicate with other equipment operators and personnel using approved communication methods
- 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
- Shackle and hitch vehicle/equipment
- Tow and unhitch vehicle/equipment
- Follow vehicle and site procedures for towing observing safe driving conventions
- Monitor condition of ground and hitch and adjust towing accordingly
- Proceed to destination by most direct route
- Unhitch vehicle/equipment in authorised area using approved methods
- Complete all required documentation clearly, concisely and on time
- Clean towing vehicle and associated equipment