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 proceduresmanufacturer's guidelines and specifications Australian standardscodes of practiceEmployment and workplace relations legislationEqual Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Work requirements and procedures may come from briefings, handovers, and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal, depending on the complexity of the process and may include: | product identificationnature and scope of tasksachievement targetsoperational conditionsobtaining permits requiredsite layoutout of bounds areasworksite inspection requirementslighting conditionsplant or equipment defectshazards and potential hazardscoordination requirements or issues |
Geological data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to: | material type and characteristicsfaults and jointsbroken groundwater tables or other water sourceswet and dry areasdegree of compaction |
Survey data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to: | floor heightsbench heights and widthsramp and floor gradesunderground workings, voids or serviceswork circuit, which may include:pick-up areasdump areashaul routes |
Inspect and prepare work area may include: | identification of hazardsselection and implementation of control measures for the hazards identifiedsafeguarding site and non-site personnel by:erection of barricades and posting of signsselection of appropriate equipment to ensure personnel safety and protectiondetermination of appropriate path of movement for loads and equipment/vehiclesfloor clean up to specified levels and grade requirementsselection and implementation of environmental control measures |
Potential hazards and risks may include: | installed servicesdamaged or defective pressurise hoses and fastenings abandoned equipmentadjoining pit walls or structuresadverse weather conditions (electrical storms, floods, fires)chemicalscontaminantsancillary equipmentfencesholes and pot holesover-hanging rockspersonnelunsafe groundunstable facesother vehiclespowerlinesdust and noiseconveyors and other fixed plantoverhead structures and servicesstored energy which may include:engine componentsradiators and cooling systemshydraulic tanks and reservoirsair tanks and reservoirshydraulic hosesair hosestiresair conditioning componentselectrical componentsbraking systemscentrifugal forces |
Coordination requirements may include with: | other mobile plant operatorsprocessing plant operatorsmaintenance personnelwater truck operatorsservice vehicle operatorscrane and float operatorscontractorsinspectors supervisorsvisitors |
Pre-start and start-up procedure may include: | external check of the machineinspection of attachments to ensure security and identify defectsselection, removing and fitting of attachmentschecking of fluid levels (windscreen washer tank, hydraulic oil, coolant, grease, water, engine oil, fuel)carry out lubricationchecking of display instrumentation and gauges (indicators, gauges, laser levels), computer systemsinspection of air filter restriction indicatorinspection and checking of cab (horn, lights, air conditioner)testing of engine and stop engine lights testing visual and audio warning devices and lightschecking instruments and control leverreporting of defects and damage |
Park-up and shutdown procedures are to include ensuring that: | vehicle/equipment is secured as required by site proceduresattachments are rendered safeaccess ways are clear |
Operating techniques may include: | loadingload carryingload dischargeequipment positioningtowing and pushingobserving site speed limitsworking safely around:overhead powerlinesother machines and personnellive stockpiles |
Changing work conditions may include variations in: | gradesground conditionsdegree of compactionwet and dry groundheight of facesmaterialsweather conditionsvarying light conditions |
Monitoring systems and alarms may include: | brake air pressurebrake oil temperaturecomputer indicatorsengine oil pressurefuel filterparking brakeretarderservice meterspeedometer/odometersteering filterstachometertorque converteroil temperaturetransmission filtervoltmeterwater temperature |
Hazardous and emergency situations may include: | powerlinesdustnoiseconveyorsoverhead serviceslighting strikes (potential tyre explosion)tyre fires (isolation procedures) |
Materials may include: | top soiloverburdensandgravelmudcoaloxidised wasterejectsroad baserubbish sulphide rock filltailings |
Operator service, maintenance and housekeeping tasks are those established and authorised for the site and may include: | cleaning, authorised servicing and the monitoring,recording and reporting of faultsconduct of authorised minor replacementsprovision of assistance to maintenance personnel during maintenance and repair activities |
Records and reports may include: | fuel usagecomputer readingsend of shift documentationsupplies logs work logs stockpile informationquality informationdespatch details |