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 standardscode of practiceEmployment and workplace relations legislationEqual Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Services vehicle may include: | flat tray truck modified for carrying oils and machine useable fluidsforkliftmechanical lifting light vehiclesintegrated tool carrier (carrying man cage, forklift, range of attachments) |
Services vehicle operations may include: | carry equipment (e.g. drill rods, vent bags, explosives, materials, pipes)greasingrefuellingtopping up of fluidstransporting personnel including manned cage |
Pre-start checks may include: | air filter restriction indicatorcab (horn, lights, air conditioner)cab condition (no rags in air conditioner vent, dirt around brake and accelerator pedals, seat condition, all gear secured)cab mountscomputer systemsdamage to equipment, portable fire extinguisher (bracket, gauge, hose, ease of access)danger tagsdisplay instrumentation and gauges (indicators, gauges, laser levels)engine and stop engine lights (orange and red)engine oil to be checked before starting enginefire suppression unit (pins in position in triggers)fluid levels (windscreen washer tank, hydraulic oil, coolant, grease, water, engine oil, fuel, transmission)fuel leaks (engine, on ground)grease lineslight positioning and cleanlinessno combustible material around exhaustoil leaks (engine, hydraulic hoses, ground) personnel proximityradiator top up tanktyres and rim conditionvehicle numbervisual and audio warning devices and lightswater leaks (radiator, hoses)wheel nuts and studswindows (clean, emergency exit tag in place) |
Potential hazards and risks may include: | adjoining pit wallsdecline trafficequipment malfunctionmount dismount injuriespot holesroad conditionsrocksspillageunauthorised personnelunsafe groundvisibility |
Start-up and shutdown procedures may include: | correct location of equipmentsafety mechanisms operational (horn, operating lights)vehicle is left secured |
Environmental issues may include: | noisewatervisibilityconfined spacesroad clearancesworking with capacity of equipmentbroken groundlocation of water tableslope of working surfacestability of groundstable ground (compaction) amount of scaleventilation characteristics (fumes, dust) |
Dust suppression and extraction methods may include: | mobile/fixed sprays screens (vent doors, vent blinds)use of water trucksventilation bags operationalwatering down site |
Capacity of vehicle may include: | duration of operationefficient and safe operating speedoperating limitationstype of activities performedweight and/or load limitations |
Indicators may include: | brake air pressurebrake oil temperaturecomputer indicatorsengine oil pressurefuel filterparking brakeretarderservice meterspeedometer/odometersteering filterstachometertorque converter oil temperaturetransmission filtervoltmeter/ ammeterwater temperature |
Safety provisions may include: | barricadesflashing lightssignspotter |
Safe driving conventions may include: | speed limitsmine lightingsite vehicle identification lightsright of wayparking in stockpilesparking on incline/declinerefuelling proceduresrules at intersectionsdriving regulations, rules and conventionstowing methods |
Operator servicing may include: | checking fluid levelsfilter changinggreasingkeeping cab cleantightening loose fittings |
Cleaning methods may include: | degreasingforced airsteam cleaningvacuumwater |