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: | legislation which may include Acts and regulation dealing with:mining safety and health mine inspectionOHSexplosivesorganisational and site requirements and proceduresmanufacturer's guidelines and specificationsAustralian standardsEmployment and workplace relations legislationEqual Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Equipment is: | any piece of equipment with remote capabilities and may include:drill rigintegrated tool carrierLHDrock breakerbogger (mucking)recommended/required PPElasercameraproximity deviceload-shifting equipmentshot-creting spraysdozer |
Remote may include: | hard wire (cable)radio signal |
Pre-start checks may include: | approved remote testing areascomputer systemsdisplay instrumentation and gauges (indicators, gauges, laser levels)remote controlsvisual and audio warning devices and lights |
Potential risks and hazards may include: | communication failureremote failurespillageunauthorised personnelunsafe groundvisibility |
Environmental issues may include: | dustfumesheat noise visibilitywater |
Start-up, park and shutdown procedures may include: | manualremote operations |
Barricades may include: | barricade tape, laserscables across drive (e.g. wire, chain)witches hats |
Signage may include: | flashing lightsworded signs |
Emergency procedures may include: | clean upequipment shutdown proceduresevacuation proceduresFirst Aidnotification of authoritiessafety equipmentuse of personal protective equipment |
Dust suppression and extraction methods may include: | mobile/fixed spraysscreens (vent doors, vent blinds)use of water trucksventilation bags operationalwatering down sitefans |
Safe location may include: | approved operating areacuddieoperating distance from unit |
Appropriate operating distance may include: | distance of person to and from browproximity of equipment to operator |
Ground conditions may include: | broken grounddrylocation of water tablenoiseslope of working surfacestability of groundstable ground (compaction) amount of scaleventilation characteristics (fumes, dust)visibilitywet |
Secured location may include: | remote stored under lock and key |
Operator maintenance may include: | cleaninggreasinginspect battery chargesservice cablestightening loose fittings |
Clean may include: | degreasingforced airsteam cleaningwater |