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RIIMCO301D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct control centre operations

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIMCO301D - Conduct control centre operations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct control centre operations in Coal Mining (Open Cut).This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and Industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
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 must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; 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 to conduct control centre operations
  • Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation and procedures for control centre operations, and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Identify shift requirements from the previous shift report and confirm shift operational plan with the supervisor
  • Communicate with all relevant personnel before commencement of operations
  • Conduct pre-start checks
       
Element: Conduct control centre operations
  • Start-up equipment and close down completely or partially in the sequence necessary to avoid damage/spillage
  • Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during the work activity
  • Monitor and control plant processes to maintain shift plan and optimise coal stocks/quality and overburden removal
  • Maintain control systems security requirements
  • Monitor and act on warning devices
  • Control the operation of equipment and the use of materials to minimise wastage
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency.
       
Element: Record operational information
  • Process written records and reporting requirements
  • Carry out shift handover procedures
       
Element: Maintain standard practices
  • Follow standards for safe and competent work practices
  • Maintain control systems security requirements
  • Control and monitor contractor access to mine and plant
  • Observe safety rules and regulations
       
Element: Plan and prepare to conduct control centre operations
  • Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation and procedures for control centre operations, and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Identify shift requirements from the previous shift report and confirm shift operational plan with the supervisor
  • Communicate with all relevant personnel before commencement of operations
  • Conduct pre-start checks
       
Element: Conduct control centre operations
  • Start-up equipment and close down completely or partially in the sequence necessary to avoid damage/spillage
  • Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during the work activity
  • Monitor and control plant processes to maintain shift plan and optimise coal stocks/quality and overburden removal
  • Maintain control systems security requirements
  • Monitor and act on warning devices
  • Control the operation of equipment and the use of materials to minimise wastage
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency.
       
Element: Record operational information
  • Process written records and reporting requirements
  • Carry out shift handover procedures
       
Element: Maintain standard practices
  • Follow standards for safe and competent work practices
  • Maintain control systems security requirements
  • Control and monitor contractor access to mine and plant
  • Observe safety rules and regulations
       


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 to conduct control centre operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation and procedures for control centre operations, and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2. Identify shift requirements from the previous shift report and confirm shift operational plan with the supervisor

1.3. Communicate with all relevant personnel before commencement of operations

1.4 Conduct pre-start checks

2. Conduct control centre operations

2.1. Start-up equipment and close down completely or partially in the sequence necessary to avoid damage/spillage

2.2. Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during the work activity

2.3. Monitor and control plant processes to maintain shift plan and optimise coal stocks/quality and overburden removal

2.4. Maintain control systems security requirements

2.5. Monitor and act on warning devices

2.6. Control the operation of equipment and the use of materials to minimise wastage

2.7. Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency.

3. Record operational information

3.1. Process written records and reporting requirements

3.2. Carry out shift handover procedures

4. Maintain standard practices

4.1. Follow standards for safe and competent work practices

4.2. Maintain control systems security requirements

4.3. Control and monitor contractor access to mine and plant

4.4. Observe safety rules and regulations

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 evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies applicable, documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of control centre operations including:

applying diagnostic techniques and resolves operational problems

accessing, interpreting and applying technical information to production plans

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the control centre operations in a way that meets all of the required outcomes including:

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

coordinating with other sections, including emergency services, planning and maintenance departments

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

starting up, controlling and closing down equipment and avoiding damage/spillage and minimising wastage

monitoring and controlling plant processes

maintaining schedules according to current environmental and climate conditions

completing shift control duties

maintaining written records

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following when conducting control centre operations through:

applying legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

risk assessment and management

emergency, disaster, safety and security requirements

site and equipment permit and access procedures

identifying site plant and systems configurations, alternative configurations, capacities and limitations

identifying environmental compliance requirements

identifying control centre monitoring and communication systems

using mine geological conditions and survey data and associated operating precautions

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 to conduct control centre operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation and procedures for control centre operations, and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2. Identify shift requirements from the previous shift report and confirm shift operational plan with the supervisor

1.3. Communicate with all relevant personnel before commencement of operations

1.4 Conduct pre-start checks

2. Conduct control centre operations

2.1. Start-up equipment and close down completely or partially in the sequence necessary to avoid damage/spillage

2.2. Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during the work activity

2.3. Monitor and control plant processes to maintain shift plan and optimise coal stocks/quality and overburden removal

2.4. Maintain control systems security requirements

2.5. Monitor and act on warning devices

2.6. Control the operation of equipment and the use of materials to minimise wastage

2.7. Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency.

3. Record operational information

3.1. Process written records and reporting requirements

3.2. Carry out shift handover procedures

4. Maintain standard practices

4.1. Follow standards for safe and competent work practices

4.2. Maintain control systems security requirements

4.3. Control and monitor contractor access to mine and plant

4.4. Observe safety rules and regulations

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 compliance documentation and procedures for control centre operations, and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Identify shift requirements from the previous shift report and confirm shift operational plan with the supervisor 
Communicate with all relevant personnel before commencement of operations 
Conduct pre-start checks 
Start-up equipment and close down completely or partially in the sequence necessary to avoid damage/spillage 
Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during the work activity 
Monitor and control plant processes to maintain shift plan and optimise coal stocks/quality and overburden removal 
Maintain control systems security requirements 
Monitor and act on warning devices 
Control the operation of equipment and the use of materials to minimise wastage 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency. 
Process written records and reporting requirements 
Carry out shift handover procedures 
Follow standards for safe and competent work practices 
Maintain control systems security requirements 
Control and monitor contractor access to mine and plant 
Observe safety rules and regulations 
Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation and procedures for control centre operations, and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Identify shift requirements from the previous shift report and confirm shift operational plan with the supervisor 
Communicate with all relevant personnel before commencement of operations 
Conduct pre-start checks 
Start-up equipment and close down completely or partially in the sequence necessary to avoid damage/spillage 
Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during the work activity 
Monitor and control plant processes to maintain shift plan and optimise coal stocks/quality and overburden removal 
Maintain control systems security requirements 
Monitor and act on warning devices 
Control the operation of equipment and the use of materials to minimise wastage 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency. 
Process written records and reporting requirements 
Carry out shift handover procedures 
Follow standards for safe and competent work practices 
Maintain control systems security requirements 
Control and monitor contractor access to mine and plant 
Observe safety rules and regulations 

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