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RIIERR306D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct underground search

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIERR306D - Conduct underground search
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct underground searches in Metalliferous mining.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit is best assessed in the context of this sector’s 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 this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and prepare for underground search
  • Access, interpret and apply underground search documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • Receive and analyse information and clarify factors to be considered in the search plan
  • Identify, liaise and clarify roles with relevant external agencies
  • Develop a search plan and contingency search plans in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel
  • Identify and access equipment required
  • Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity
       
Element: Document identified search strategy, and plot search patterns and routes on mine plan
       
Element: Conduct search
  • Define possible and probable search areas based on mine configuration and work activities
  • Conduct risk assessment , and identify the necessary controls measures
  • Identify and ensure the search period/area does not exceed air/oxygen working duration and search personnel fitness
  • Identify, establish and maintain communication systems with other personnel prior to and during the search
  • Apply search methodology using identified sequence/pattern and using appropriate techniques
  • Manoeuvre hostile ground using standard equipment, techniques and procedures
  • Maintain physical contact with other search team members at all times
  • Mark route to allow safe egress from mine and/or allow a back-up team to locate the search team
       
Element: Manage unplanned event or change in circumstances
  • Identify and evaluate unplanned events and changes/variances in conditions or circumstances
  • Identify, implement and monitor procedures to address the unplanned event
  • Communicate details of the unplanned event or changes in circumstances to Incident Control for advice on actions to be taken
  • Communicate requests for further assistance or advice of withdrawal
       
Element: Finalise search
  • Negotiate the conclusion of the search in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel
  • Collect, document and store all relevant evidence or information
  • Participate in a debrief
  • Complete all required written reports
  • Review search operation and recommend improvements
       
Element: Plan and prepare for underground search
  • Access, interpret and apply underground search documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • Receive and analyse information and clarify factors to be considered in the search plan
  • Identify, liaise and clarify roles with relevant external agencies
  • Develop a search plan and contingency search plans in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel
  • Identify and access equipment required
  • Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity
  • Document identified search strategy, and plot search patterns and routes on mine plan
       
Element: Conduct search
  • Define possible and probable search areas based on mine configuration and work activities
  • Conduct risk assessment , and identify the necessary controls measures
  • Identify and ensure the search period/area does not exceed air/oxygen working duration and search personnel fitness
  • Identify, establish and maintain communication systems with other personnel prior to and during the search
  • Apply search methodology using identified sequence/pattern and using appropriate techniques
  • Manoeuvre hostile ground using standard equipment, techniques and procedures
  • Maintain physical contact with other search team members at all times
  • Mark route to allow safe egress from mine and/or allow a back-up team to locate the search team
       
Element: Manage unplanned event or change in circumstances
  • Identify and evaluate unplanned events and changes/variances in conditions or circumstances
  • Identify, implement and monitor procedures to address the unplanned event
  • Communicate details of the unplanned event or changes in circumstances to Incident Control for advice on actions to be taken
  • Communicate requests for further assistance or advice of withdrawal
       
Element: Finalise search
  • Negotiate the conclusion of the search in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel
  • Collect, document and store all relevant evidence or information
  • Participate in a debrief
  • Complete all required written reports
  • Review search operation and recommend improvements
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

1. Plan and prepare for underground search

1.1 Access, interpret and apply underground search documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures

1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5 Receive and analyse information and clarify factors to be considered in the search plan

1.6 Identify, liaise and clarify roles with relevant external agencies

1.7 Develop a search plan and contingency search plans in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel

1.8 Identify and access equipment required

1.9 Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity

1.10Document identified search strategy, and plot search patterns and routes on mine plan

2. Conduct search

2.1 Define possible and probable search areas based on mine configuration and work activities

2.2 Conduct risk assessment , and identify the necessary controls measures

2.3 Identify and ensure the search period/area does not exceed air/oxygen working duration and search personnel fitness

2.4 Identify, establish and maintain communication systems with other personnel prior to and during the search

2.5 Apply search methodology using identified sequence/pattern and using appropriate techniques

2.6 Manoeuvre hostile ground using standard equipment, techniques and procedures

2.7 Maintain physical contact with other search team members at all times

2.8 Mark route to allow safe egress from mine and/or allow a back-up team to locate the search team

3. Manage unplanned event or change in circumstances

3.1 Identify and evaluate unplanned events and changes/variances in conditions or circumstances

3.2 Identify, implement and monitor procedures to address the unplanned event

3.3 Communicate details of the unplanned event or changes in circumstances to Incident Control for advice on actions to be taken

3.4 Communicate requests for further assistance or advice of withdrawal

4. Finalise search

4.1 Negotiate the conclusion of the search in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel

4.2 Collect, document and store all relevant evidence or information

4.3 Participate in a debrief

4.4 Complete all required written reports

4.5 Review search operation and recommend improvements

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include that the candidate:

locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the conducting of underground searches that meets all the required outcomes including:

complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

communicating clearly and concisely with others to coordinate work activities

demonstrates completion of conducting underground searches that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

developing and applying contingency plans

reading mine plans and navigating in the mine

reading maps and interpreting symbols

operating gas testing and monitoring instruments

wearing and using escape apparatus

operating extrication equipment

taking air and relative humidity measurements, ventilation readings and temperatures applies search methodology using identified sequences

conducting an underground search

marking the route for safe egress

communicating requests for further assistance or advice of withdrawal

completing written report of search activity and outcomes

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in conducting underground searches through:

the types and causes of hazards and incidents in underground mines

accessing and interpreting geological and survey data

the effects of hot and humid atmospheres

the location and distribution of caches

the trigger points to initiate emergency response to alarms

the location and purpose of a place of safety

identifying and using guidance systems and markers

site emergency plans

the implications of types of adverse environmental conditions

the location of escape routes and alternative escape routes

the functions of mine ventilation systems

the types and effects of mine gases

the rescue team structure, roles and responsibilities

operation and limitations of breathing apparatus

complying with standby/emergency procedures for incident control

ground support types and construction

search procedures and techniques

the roles of external agencies

problem solving and planning

observation techniques

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

1. Plan and prepare for underground search

1.1 Access, interpret and apply underground search documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures

1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5 Receive and analyse information and clarify factors to be considered in the search plan

1.6 Identify, liaise and clarify roles with relevant external agencies

1.7 Develop a search plan and contingency search plans in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel

1.8 Identify and access equipment required

1.9 Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity

1.10Document identified search strategy, and plot search patterns and routes on mine plan

2. Conduct search

2.1 Define possible and probable search areas based on mine configuration and work activities

2.2 Conduct risk assessment , and identify the necessary controls measures

2.3 Identify and ensure the search period/area does not exceed air/oxygen working duration and search personnel fitness

2.4 Identify, establish and maintain communication systems with other personnel prior to and during the search

2.5 Apply search methodology using identified sequence/pattern and using appropriate techniques

2.6 Manoeuvre hostile ground using standard equipment, techniques and procedures

2.7 Maintain physical contact with other search team members at all times

2.8 Mark route to allow safe egress from mine and/or allow a back-up team to locate the search team

3. Manage unplanned event or change in circumstances

3.1 Identify and evaluate unplanned events and changes/variances in conditions or circumstances

3.2 Identify, implement and monitor procedures to address the unplanned event

3.3 Communicate details of the unplanned event or changes in circumstances to Incident Control for advice on actions to be taken

3.4 Communicate requests for further assistance or advice of withdrawal

4. Finalise search

4.1 Negotiate the conclusion of the search in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel

4.2 Collect, document and store all relevant evidence or information

4.3 Participate in a debrief

4.4 Complete all required written reports

4.5 Review search operation and recommend improvements

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access, interpret and apply underground search documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Receive and analyse information and clarify factors to be considered in the search plan 
Identify, liaise and clarify roles with relevant external agencies 
Develop a search plan and contingency search plans in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel 
Identify and access equipment required 
Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity 
 
Define possible and probable search areas based on mine configuration and work activities 
Conduct risk assessment , and identify the necessary controls measures 
Identify and ensure the search period/area does not exceed air/oxygen working duration and search personnel fitness 
Identify, establish and maintain communication systems with other personnel prior to and during the search 
Apply search methodology using identified sequence/pattern and using appropriate techniques 
Manoeuvre hostile ground using standard equipment, techniques and procedures 
Maintain physical contact with other search team members at all times 
Mark route to allow safe egress from mine and/or allow a back-up team to locate the search team 
Identify and evaluate unplanned events and changes/variances in conditions or circumstances 
Identify, implement and monitor procedures to address the unplanned event 
Communicate details of the unplanned event or changes in circumstances to Incident Control for advice on actions to be taken 
Communicate requests for further assistance or advice of withdrawal 
Negotiate the conclusion of the search in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel 
Collect, document and store all relevant evidence or information 
Participate in a debrief 
Complete all required written reports 
Review search operation and recommend improvements 
Access, interpret and apply underground search documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Receive and analyse information and clarify factors to be considered in the search plan 
Identify, liaise and clarify roles with relevant external agencies 
Develop a search plan and contingency search plans in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel 
Identify and access equipment required 
Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity 
Document identified search strategy, and plot search patterns and routes on mine plan 
Define possible and probable search areas based on mine configuration and work activities 
Conduct risk assessment , and identify the necessary controls measures 
Identify and ensure the search period/area does not exceed air/oxygen working duration and search personnel fitness 
Identify, establish and maintain communication systems with other personnel prior to and during the search 
Apply search methodology using identified sequence/pattern and using appropriate techniques 
Manoeuvre hostile ground using standard equipment, techniques and procedures 
Maintain physical contact with other search team members at all times 
Mark route to allow safe egress from mine and/or allow a back-up team to locate the search team 
Identify and evaluate unplanned events and changes/variances in conditions or circumstances 
Identify, implement and monitor procedures to address the unplanned event 
Communicate details of the unplanned event or changes in circumstances to Incident Control for advice on actions to be taken 
Communicate requests for further assistance or advice of withdrawal 
Negotiate the conclusion of the search in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel 
Collect, document and store all relevant evidence or information 
Participate in a debrief 
Complete all required written reports 
Review search operation and recommend improvements 

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