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

RIISAM204E Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate small plant and equipment

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIISAM204E - Operate small plant and equipment
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate small plant and equipment in the resources and infrastructure industries.It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take responsibility for the quality of own work outcomes.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements mayapply to this unit and 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:

personal protective equipment

equipment required to operate small plant and equipment

relevant documentation

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: Prepare for operating small plant and equipment
  • Obtain, interpret, and confirm work requirements
  • Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures
  • Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
  • Select and check for faults in plant, tools and equipment, and confirm they are appropriate for the work activity
  • Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be prepared for emergency situations
       
Element: Conduct pre-operational checks
  • Select and use fuel and lubricants according to workplace procedures
  • Check and adjust fuel, oil, hydraulic fluid and water levels
  • Inspect, secure and maintain bolts, nuts, guards and attachment couplings
  • Check and adjust the function of controls and gauges
  • Conduct start up and shut down procedures according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Use small plant and equipment
  • Identify hazards during work and establish appropriate risk management controls
  • Identify and apply operating techniques to achieve optimum output while maintaining specified tolerances
  • Operate plant and equipment to produce results within specified workplace tolerances
  • Store plant and equipment safely when not in immediate use
       
Element: Carry out operator maintenance
  • Prepare machine for maintenance
  • Conduct inspection and check plant and equipment for serviceability, identify, and rectify and report any faults
  • Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks
       
Element: Conduct housekeeping activities
  • Clear work area and dispose of materials
  • Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address and report issues
  • Complete written records and reports
       


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:

operate small plant and equipment on at least two different occasions, including:

conducting pre-operational checks

identifying and managing site hazards

identifying and using correct operating techniques to achieve optimum output while maintaining specified tolerances

correctly storing equipment

completing operator maintenance

clearing the work area.

During the above, the candidate must:

locate and apply required documentation, policies and procedures and confirm that the work activity is compliant

implement the requirements, procedures and techniques required to operate small plant and equipment

work with others to undertake the operation of small plant and equipment

communicate with others to receive and clarify work instructions and to determine coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities.

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 policies, procedures and documentation required to operate small plant and equipment, including those related to:

work health and safety procedures

environmental issues

emergency procedures

complying with safety data sheets

records and reports

small plant and equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations, including:

power sources

compaction equipment

concrete equipment

excavation equipment

maintenance equipment

water equipment

lighting equipment

lifting materials

key operating techniques

material types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations, including:

water

bituminous mixes

timber

fuels and oils

power leads

applications of small plant and equipment working with:

clay

silts

stone

gravel

mud

rock sand

topsoil

key industry and site specific terminology.

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
Obtain, interpret, and confirm work requirements 
Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures 
Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues, and implement control measures according to workplace procedures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities 
Select and check for faults in plant, tools and equipment, and confirm they are appropriate for the work activity 
Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be prepared for emergency situations 
Select and use fuel and lubricants according to workplace procedures 
Check and adjust fuel, oil, hydraulic fluid and water levels 
Inspect, secure and maintain bolts, nuts, guards and attachment couplings 
Check and adjust the function of controls and gauges 
Conduct start up and shut down procedures according to workplace procedures 
Identify hazards during work and establish appropriate risk management controls 
Identify and apply operating techniques to achieve optimum output while maintaining specified tolerances 
Operate plant and equipment to produce results within specified workplace tolerances 
Store plant and equipment safely when not in immediate use 
Prepare machine for maintenance 
Conduct inspection and check plant and equipment for serviceability, identify, and rectify and report any faults 
Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks 
Clear work area and dispose of materials 
Clean and maintain condition of equipment, ensure suitability for use, and address and report issues 
Complete written records and reports 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

RIISAM204E - Operate small plant and equipment
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Assessment Record Sheet

RIISAM204E - Operate small plant and equipment

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