Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

RIIMCU605E Mapping and Delivery Guide
Establish and maintain inrush management systems

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIMCU605E - Establish and maintain inrush management systems
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and maintain inrush management systems in coal mining, including design, development, audit and review processes and procedures.It applies to those working in management roles. They generally perform complex, nonroutine tasks involving strategic and planning activities and are responsible for establishing and maintaining operational systems and plans.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Mandatory conditions for assessment of this unit are stipulated below. The assessment must:

include access to:

inrush management plan

be conducted in a safe environment; and,

be assessed in the context of this sector's work environment; and,

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

confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances.

Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated work 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.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must be able to clearly demonstrate current and relevant industry knowledge and experience to satisfy the mandatory regulatory standards as set out in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/Australian Quality Training Framework mandatory requirements for assessors current at the time of assessment and any relevant licensing and certification requirements. This includes:

vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered and assessed

current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided

current knowledge and skills in vocational training and learning that informs their training and assessment

formal relevant qualifications in training and assessment

having knowledge of and/or experience using the latest techniques and processes

possessing the required level of RII training product knowledge

having an understanding and knowledge of legislation and regulations relevant to the industry and to employment and workplaces

demonstrating the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence outlined in this unit of competency, and

the minimum years of current** work experience after competency has been obtained as specified below in an industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit.

It is also acceptable for the appropriately qualified assessor to work with an industry expert to conduct assessment together and for the industry expert to be involved in the assessment judgement. The industry expert must have current industry skills directly relevant to the training and assessment being provided. This means the industry subject matter expert must demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience after competency has been obtained as specified below, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed:

Industry sector

AQF indicator level***

Required assessor or industry subject matter expert experience

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

1

1 year

2

2 years

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

3-6

3 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.

*Guidance on simulated environments has been stipulated in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide located on VETNet.

**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 a minimum number of site assessments as determined by the relevant industry sector, across various locations.

*** While a unit of competency does not have an AQF level, where a unit is being delivered outside of a qualification the first numeric character in the unit code should be considered as the AQF indicator level for assessment purposes.
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 establish and maintain inrush management system
  • Access, interpret and apply inrush management documentation
  • Identify the potential sources and effects of inrush
  • Analyse and evaluate mine site historical information for indications of inrush potential
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate geological and physical conditions that contribute to inrush potential
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate inrush hazards and risks
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate the effects of inrush on mine operations and personnel
       
Element: Identify, analyse and evaluate potential inrush controls
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate potential inrush controls
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate inrush controls to address matters identified from the review of historical information
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate inrush controls to address geological and physical conditions
  • Identify, analyse, evaluate and confirm the validity of mine plans and associated records
  • Identify, analyse and evaluate the methods, purposes and capabilities of mine monitoring systems
       
Element: Design and develop inrush management system
  • Design and develop inrush controls for addressing inrush hazardsaccording to site requirements
  • Determine personnel safety measures and techniques and incorporate into inrush management system according to site requirements
  • Design and/or incorporate services and infrastructure protection measures into inrush management system according to site requirements
  • Design and develop mine monitoring requirements relating to inrush according to site requirements
       
Element: Establish inrush management system
  • Develop and establish inrush hazard identification, analysis and reporting procedures according to site requirements
  • Establish actions and procedures required in response to inrush indicators according to site requirements
  • Develop permit-to-mine procedures according to site requirements
  • Establish personnel safety measures and techniques according to site requirements
  • Establish services and infrastructure protection measures for minimising inrush damage according to site requirements
  • Establish the monitoring, recording and reporting procedures according to site requirements
  • Establish emergency response and evacuation plans according to site requirements
  • Establish training requirements for inrush management plan
       
Element: Plan and prepare to implement inrush management system
  • Access, interpret and clarify inrush management plan
  • Identify, clarify and communicate to all personnel roles and responsibilities according to inrush management plan
  • Identify, forecast, obtain and allocate/schedule resources required for implementation of inrush management plan
  • Review inrush management plan implementation procedures, and implement changes as required
       
Element: Audit and review inrush management system
  • Audit the inrush management system according to site requirements
  • Audit mine monitoring systems according to site requirements
  • Audit inrush hazard identification, monitoring and response procedures according to site requirements
  • Audit recording plans and procedures according to site requirements
  • Audit inrush training plan according to inrush management system requirements
  • Identify and respond to instances of non-compliance or other discrepancies/deficiencies revealed by audit
  • Maintain records, reports and policy documentation according to site requirements
       


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.

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

establish and maintain the inrush management system on at least two occasions, including:

identifying viable options and the selection of inrush management techniques that best meet required outcomes

developing and establishing inrush hazard identification, analysis and reporting procedures

establishing inrush training requirements

conducting enquiries and investigations and preparing reports.

During the above, the candidate must:

locate and apply relevant legislation, documentation, policies and procedures and confirm work activity is compliant

implement procedures and techniques for establishing and maintaining inrush management systems, including:

assessing risks and consequences of inrush

operating hand held monitoring equipment

accessing and evaluating data from monitoring equipment

performing inrush planning mathematical calculations

interpreting and applying mathematical and scientific theorems/laws related to inrush

accessing and applying design criteria for inrush management systems

interpreting computer spreadsheets and inrush modelling/simulations

accessing and analysing archival and historical water storage and inrush information related to the mine

work effectively with others to establish and maintain inrush management systems, including:

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions, and convey work progress

identifying the relevant information and scope of the work necessary to meet required outcomes

developing procedures appropriate to mine operations for prevention of inrush.

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

key legislation required to establish and maintain inrush management systems

key procedures and documentation required to establish and maintain inrush management systems

inrush management systems principles and components, including techniques for:

identifying and evaluating systems of work

identifying and assessing factors affecting stability of mining structures

analysing and evaluating mine site historical information

mine mapping of inrush zones, related geology and features

identifying and evaluating the impact of differing geological features and conditions on inrush zones

interpreting and applying mathematical and scientific theorems, laws and calculations relating to inrush

establishing personnel safety measures

identifying and evaluating use of monitoring systems and techniques

audit and review

principles, processes and techniques for emergency response, evacuation and disaster planning

techniques for leading and coordinating work activities with others.

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.
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 inrush management documentation 
Identify the potential sources and effects of inrush 
Analyse and evaluate mine site historical information for indications of inrush potential 
Identify, analyse and evaluate geological and physical conditions that contribute to inrush potential 
Identify, analyse and evaluate inrush hazards and risks 
Identify, analyse and evaluate the effects of inrush on mine operations and personnel 
Identify, analyse and evaluate potential inrush controls 
Identify, analyse and evaluate inrush controls to address matters identified from the review of historical information 
Identify, analyse and evaluate inrush controls to address geological and physical conditions 
Identify, analyse, evaluate and confirm the validity of mine plans and associated records 
Identify, analyse and evaluate the methods, purposes and capabilities of mine monitoring systems 
Design and develop inrush controls for addressing inrush hazardsaccording to site requirements 
Determine personnel safety measures and techniques and incorporate into inrush management system according to site requirements 
Design and/or incorporate services and infrastructure protection measures into inrush management system according to site requirements 
Design and develop mine monitoring requirements relating to inrush according to site requirements 
Develop and establish inrush hazard identification, analysis and reporting procedures according to site requirements 
Establish actions and procedures required in response to inrush indicators according to site requirements 
Develop permit-to-mine procedures according to site requirements 
Establish personnel safety measures and techniques according to site requirements 
Establish services and infrastructure protection measures for minimising inrush damage according to site requirements 
Establish the monitoring, recording and reporting procedures according to site requirements 
Establish emergency response and evacuation plans according to site requirements 
Establish training requirements for inrush management plan 
Access, interpret and clarify inrush management plan 
Identify, clarify and communicate to all personnel roles and responsibilities according to inrush management plan 
Identify, forecast, obtain and allocate/schedule resources required for implementation of inrush management plan 
Review inrush management plan implementation procedures, and implement changes as required 
Audit the inrush management system according to site requirements 
Audit mine monitoring systems according to site requirements 
Audit inrush hazard identification, monitoring and response procedures according to site requirements 
Audit recording plans and procedures according to site requirements 
Audit inrush training plan according to inrush management system requirements 
Identify and respond to instances of non-compliance or other discrepancies/deficiencies revealed by audit 
Maintain records, reports and policy documentation according to site requirements 

Forms

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