Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for dewatering activities
- Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the conduct of dewatering operations in underground mining operations
- Obtain, interpret and clarify work instructions for the allocated task
- Select appropriate type of resources and equipment according to job type and specifications to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of work activities
- Develop dewatering plan
- Identify and obtain any signage requirements are identified and obtained
- Prepare sumps and pads to work requirements
- Coordinate and transport pump, lines, fittings, associated equipment and required tools to and from the site
- Identify, address and report any environmental issues
- Install, operate and recover dewatering equipment
- Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities
- Access and apply safety requirements and procedures throughout the work
- Install and dismantle dewatering system in accordance with the plan and other appropriated regulations and specifications
- Carry out pre-start, start-up and shutdown procedures
- Monitor and adjust dewatering system performance to satisfy pumping requirements and to appropriately meet changing work conditions
- Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations
- Ensure discharged water is dispersed as required
- Complete work in accordance with the agreed plan and outcomes and within the operating capacity of the allocated equipment
- Recover dewatering system
- Work area is cleared and materials disposed of or recycled
- Carry out operator maintenance