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RIIPBE309D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct wet gravity separation

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIPBE309D - Conduct wet gravity separation
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to conduct wet gravity separation in Metalliferous and Coal mining.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 for wet gravity separation
  • Access, interpret and apply wet gravity separation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Coordinate and communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • Select appropriate type of auxiliary equipment for work activities
  • Perform equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
  • Use approved dust suppression and extraction methods
  • Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area
       
Element: Start-up equipment in sequence
  • Carry out start-up procedures and complete start-up checks according to plant configurations and system requirements
  • Confirm plant is operational
       
Element: Operate and monitor equipment
  • Read and interpret data from equipment indicators to determine separation efficiency
  • Continuously inspect and monitor plant and identify separation process defects and potential problems
  • Assess mineral content of ore according to separation parameters
  • Make appropriate adjustments to separation process to optimise targets
  • Adjust equipment to approved operating parameters to optimise separation performance, maintain efficient separation and to meet project quality targets
  • Control feed to separation equipment
  • Carry out minor maintenance to maintain condition of equipment
  • Complete all required documentation, clearly, concisely and on time
  • Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift
       
Element: Shutdown in sequence and/or isolate equipment
  • Shutdown or isolate equipment based on process and safety requirements
  • Perform post-shutdown or isolation checks
  • Restore plant to service
       
Element: Conduct housekeeping activities
  • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
  • Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues
  • Process records
       
Element: Plan and prepare for wet gravity separation
  • Access, interpret and apply wet gravity separation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Coordinate and communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
  • Select appropriate type of auxiliary equipment for work activities
  • Perform equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
  • Use approved dust suppression and extraction methods
  • Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area
       
Element: Start-up equipment in sequence
  • Carry out start-up procedures and complete start-up checks according to plant configurations and system requirements
  • Confirm plant is operational
       
Element: Operate and monitor equipment
  • Read and interpret data from equipment indicators to determine separation efficiency
  • Continuously inspect and monitor plant and identify separation process defects and potential problems
  • Assess mineral content of ore according to separation parameters
  • Make appropriate adjustments to separation process to optimise targets
  • Adjust equipment to approved operating parameters to optimise separation performance, maintain efficient separation and to meet project quality targets
  • Control feed to separation equipment
  • Carry out minor maintenance to maintain condition of equipment
  • Complete all required documentation, clearly, concisely and on time
  • Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift
       
Element: Shutdown in sequence and/or isolate equipment
  • Shutdown or isolate equipment based on process and safety requirements
  • Perform post-shutdown or isolation checks
  • Restore plant to service
       
Element: Conduct housekeeping activities
  • Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
  • Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues
  • Process records
       


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 wet gravity separation

1.1. Access, interpret and apply wet gravity separation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

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

1.3. Coordinate and communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods

1.4. Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5. Select appropriate type of auxiliary equipment for work activities

1.6. Perform equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation

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

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

1.9. Use approved dust suppression and extraction methods

1.10. Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area

2. Start-up equipment in sequence

2.1. Carry out start-up procedures and complete start-up checks according to plant configurations and system requirements

2.2. Confirm plant is operational

3. Operate and monitor equipment

3.1. Read and interpret data from equipment indicators to determine separation efficiency

3.2. Continuously inspect and monitor plant and identify separation process defects and potential problems

3.3. Assess mineral content of ore according to separation parameters

3.4. Make appropriate adjustments to separation process to optimise targets

3.5. Adjust equipment to approved operating parameters to optimise separation performance, maintain efficient separation and to meet project quality targets

3.6. Control feed to separation equipment

3.7. Carry out minor maintenance to maintain condition of equipment

3.8. Complete all required documentation, clearly, concisely and on time

3.9. Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift

4. Shutdown in sequence and/or isolate equipment

4.1. Shutdown or isolate equipment based on process and safety requirements

4.2. Perform post-shutdown or isolation checks

4.3. Restore plant to service

5. Conduct housekeeping activities

5.1. Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2. Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

5.3. Process records

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 relevant documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of wet gravity separation including:

conducting start up, shut down and/or isolation of equipment in sequence

operating and monitoring equipment

carrying out minor maintenance

conducting housekeeping activities

diagnosing faults, reporting defects and identifying repair requirements

applying lifting techniques (manual, automated)

accurate record maintenance

selecting and using relevant tools and equipment

works effectively with others to undertake and complete the wet gravity separation in a way that meets all of the required outcomes including:

using a range of communications techniques and equipment to convey information to others

maintaining written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

organising work activities to meet all task requirements

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

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

reading and interpreting data from equipment indicators to determine separation efficiency

continuously inspecting and monitoring plant, identifying separation process defects and potential problems

assessing mineral content of ore according to separation parameters

making appropriate adjustments to separation process to optimise targets

adjusting equipment to approved operating parameters to optimise separation performance, maintain efficient separation and to meet project quality targets

controlling feed to separation equipment

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of conducting wet gravity separation through:

accessing, interpreting and applying organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

WHS, site safety and emergency requirements

environmental issues

equipment safety requirements

hazardous substance procedures and consequences of spills

operational procedures and checks

site procedures

break-down procedures

isolation procedures

contaminant identification and treatment

reading and interpreting reports

applying equipment processes, limitations and operating parameters

monitoring separation plant (basic)

interpreting metallurgical and technical data

identifying types of ores and grades (basic)

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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 wet gravity separation

1.1. Access, interpret and apply wet gravity separation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

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

1.3. Coordinate and communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods

1.4. Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5. Select appropriate type of auxiliary equipment for work activities

1.6. Perform equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation

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

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

1.9. Use approved dust suppression and extraction methods

1.10. Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area

2. Start-up equipment in sequence

2.1. Carry out start-up procedures and complete start-up checks according to plant configurations and system requirements

2.2. Confirm plant is operational

3. Operate and monitor equipment

3.1. Read and interpret data from equipment indicators to determine separation efficiency

3.2. Continuously inspect and monitor plant and identify separation process defects and potential problems

3.3. Assess mineral content of ore according to separation parameters

3.4. Make appropriate adjustments to separation process to optimise targets

3.5. Adjust equipment to approved operating parameters to optimise separation performance, maintain efficient separation and to meet project quality targets

3.6. Control feed to separation equipment

3.7. Carry out minor maintenance to maintain condition of equipment

3.8. Complete all required documentation, clearly, concisely and on time

3.9. Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift

4. Shutdown in sequence and/or isolate equipment

4.1. Shutdown or isolate equipment based on process and safety requirements

4.2. Perform post-shutdown or isolation checks

4.3. Restore plant to service

5. Conduct housekeeping activities

5.1. Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials

5.2. Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues

5.3. Process records

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 wet gravity separation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Coordinate and communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Select appropriate type of auxiliary equipment for work activities 
Perform equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Use approved dust suppression and extraction methods 
Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area 
Carry out start-up procedures and complete start-up checks according to plant configurations and system requirements 
Confirm plant is operational 
Read and interpret data from equipment indicators to determine separation efficiency 
Continuously inspect and monitor plant and identify separation process defects and potential problems 
Assess mineral content of ore according to separation parameters 
Make appropriate adjustments to separation process to optimise targets 
Adjust equipment to approved operating parameters to optimise separation performance, maintain efficient separation and to meet project quality targets 
Control feed to separation equipment 
Carry out minor maintenance to maintain condition of equipment 
Complete all required documentation, clearly, concisely and on time 
Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift 
Shutdown or isolate equipment based on process and safety requirements 
Perform post-shutdown or isolation checks 
Restore plant to service 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues 
Process records 
Access, interpret and apply wet gravity separation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Coordinate and communicate with other personnel using approved communication methods 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities 
Select appropriate type of auxiliary equipment for work activities 
Perform equipment pre-start checks to ensure equipment is ready for operation 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency 
Use approved dust suppression and extraction methods 
Ensure area is well ventilated before entry into work area 
Carry out start-up procedures and complete start-up checks according to plant configurations and system requirements 
Confirm plant is operational 
Read and interpret data from equipment indicators to determine separation efficiency 
Continuously inspect and monitor plant and identify separation process defects and potential problems 
Assess mineral content of ore according to separation parameters 
Make appropriate adjustments to separation process to optimise targets 
Adjust equipment to approved operating parameters to optimise separation performance, maintain efficient separation and to meet project quality targets 
Control feed to separation equipment 
Carry out minor maintenance to maintain condition of equipment 
Complete all required documentation, clearly, concisely and on time 
Pass on end of shift information to oncoming shift 
Shutdown or isolate equipment based on process and safety requirements 
Perform post-shutdown or isolation checks 
Restore plant to service 
Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials 
Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address/report issues 
Process records 

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