Critical Aspects of Evidence
The evidence required to demonstrate this competency must be relevant to work site operations. In addition to satisfying the requirements of all elements, performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, evidence must include demonstration of:
knowledge of procedures, requirements and instructions for risk management processes on a work site
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the efficient and effective risk management on a work site, while complying with site risk control, health, safety, environmental, quality and communication requirements
ability to transfer risk assessment processes to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual circumstances in the critical aspects of:
conducting inspections
identifying hazards
assessing and identifying unacceptable risk
identifying and recommending treatments
contribution to the implementation of treatments
reviewing safety system documentation.
Required Knowledge
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit to the standards of performance required in the workplace, to transfer the skills to other contexts and to deal with unplanned events.
In order to determine the level of underpinning knowledge required, the following definitions are to be applied:
General Knowledge. An outline knowledge sufficient to identify the major features /issues and to be able to locate, access and interpret further information on commonly encountered or targeted topics.
Knowledge. A level of knowledge and understanding which supports the recall and application of information in a work situation. Normally related to site specific systems, processes, procedures and facts.
Assessment requires evidence of the ability to identify and explain the purpose of:
mining legislation and regulations
mining legislation and regulations
appropriate mining context and language
topics or subject areas which are target for assessment and treatment
site risk management systems and their application
conventions and requirements for written communications including report writing.
Required Skills
Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit. Assessment needs to obtain evidence of the ability to:
research and use interpretative skills to locate, interpret, analyse and apply relevant operational information
demonstrate technical literacy and communication skills sufficient to interpret and apply common industry terminology, and interpret work procedures and processes
use plain English speaking and communication skills in relation to oral communications with supervisors and other employees
apply questioning and active listening skills, for example when obtaining information of technical working practices
demonstrate writing skills to allow effective report writing
apply planning and organising skills sufficient to prepare for and apply the risk management processes covered in this unit
demonstrate teamwork skills sufficient to involve and engage the employers/supervisors in the risk management processes
apply problem solving skills to assess technical mining issues.
Assessment and Interdependence of Units
This unit may be assessed with other relevant units forming a cohesive work function, according to specific work site requirements.
There are no prerequisite units for this unit.
Resource Implications
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a work-site work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular work sites may differ due to work site conditions, equipment availability, equipment/plant types and different contexts.
Consistency in Performance
To ensure consistency of performance, this unit may be assessed over a period of time and in a range of work and site conditions. Local site factors will influence the breadth of evidence require to demonstrate the competency.
Context for Assessment
This unit should be assessed in the work environment where possible. Some assessment events may be conducted under simulated conditions where issues of safety and/or environmental damage are limiting factors.
All assessments must be valid, reliable, fair, flexible and sufficient evidence should be accumulated to demonstrate the required competence.
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.
Methods of Assessment
Appropriate methods of assessment for this unit will usually include:
observation of risk management processes and procedures
oral and/or written questioning on required knowledge and skills
testimony from supervisors, colleagues, clients and/or other appropriate persons
inspection of the final product or outcome.
Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a period of time and/or in a number of locations, any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons.
Questioning should be undertaken in such a manner as is appropriate to the language and literacy levels of the candidate and to the requirements of the unit of competency.