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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan, prepare for and initiate management plan activities
  2. Monitor, adjust and report on execution of the plan

Required Skills

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to apply and monitor the site plant and resource management plan

apply legislative organisation and site requirements and procedures

provide team leadership

apply procedures for the selection of operational techniques

apply procedures for the selection and assignment of plant and equipment

apply work plan development and administration procedures

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used This includes knowledge of the following as required to apply and monitor the site plant and resource management plan

site risk statutory compliance health safety environmental quality and communication requirements and procedures

site plant and resource management plan

team leadership techniques

operational techniques required for execution of the plan

plant and equipment capabilities

work planning techniques

work monitoring methods

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 the applying and monitoring of site plant and resource management plans

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe effective and efficient applying and monitoring of site plant and resource management plans

working with others to plan prepare apply and monitor site plant and resource management plans

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in applying site plant and resource management plans

evidence of the consistent successful applying and monitoring of site plant and resource management plans

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

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

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

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

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidates

working with others to plan prepare and apply site plant and resource management plans

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the application of site plant and resource management plans

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, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Site plant and resources management plan may cover:

people

raw feed reserves

water and soil

mobile plant and equipment

processing plant and equipment

maintenance equipment and materials

fuel, oil and lubricants

explosives and blasting accessories

roads, pavements, land and building

security requirements

preserving the value of assets

maintenance requirements

minimising wastage

preserving development consent

Geological data may include relevant site specific information in relation to:

rock type and characteristics

faults and joints

water tables or other water sources

Hydrological data may include:

rainfall

surface water, existing streams and dams

catchment areas and runoff characteristics

groundwater and bores

Survey data may include relevant site specific information in relation to:

floor heights

bench widths

grades

Resources may include:

labour

materials

services

equipment

Instructions may be issued in briefings, handovers, and work orders and may include:

nature and scope of tasks

achievement targets

operational conditions

obtaining permits required

site layout

out-of-bounds areas

worksite inspection requirements

lighting conditions

plant or equipment defects

hazards and potential hazards

coordination requirements or issues