Application
This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role at worksites within:
Metalliferous mining
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for mobilisation to site | 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 1.2. Observe safety rules and regulations including site rules safety plans and site specific instructions 1.3. Check operational safety by carrying out pre-start inspection procedures according to manufacturer's specifications, company and/or site requirements 1.4. Receive, interpret and clarify briefing details in accordance with requirements 1.5. Prepare vehicle, vehicle kit, camping equipment, First Aid kit, survival kit and personal equipment for remote assignment |
2. Carry out pre-start and routine checks | 2.1. Carry out pre-start, daily engine, fuel and fluid level checks according to manufacturer/supplier instructions 2.2. Observe safety procedures while checking hydraulic systems, high-pressure air, electrical circuits and batteries |
3. Proceed to exploration site | 3.1. Drive vehicle in accordance with policies and procedures and State regulation 3.2. Apply safe driving techniques to all vehicles 3.3. Position/arrange loads so they will be carried in a safe manner to prevent loss/damage to vehicle or cargo 3.4. Use a range of load restraints/lashings to secure various loads to a vehicle. 3.5. Identify and assess ground conditions before driving vehicle across country 3.6. Drive vehicle off road in a range of terrains 3.7. Demonstrate stall recovery 3.8. Use maps, communication and navigation aids/equipment 3.9. Identify and avoid potential/actual hazards on the route 3.10. Carry out emergency procedures in accordance with manufacturer's and/or company requirements 3.11. Recognise and demonstrate basic survival techniques for a range of situations 3.12. Communicate information to base or other vehicles 3.13. Complete move to site and all required documentation |
4. Carry out basic operator maintenance | 4.1. Identify hazards, and methods of minimising hazards, in conducting maintenance, particularly in the field 4.2. Carry out minor repairs/replacements as required in accordance with manufacturer's specifications 4.3. Overcome minor breakdowns/bogging using recovery techniques 4.4. Carry out vehicle washing and housekeeping regularly according to site requirements |
Required Skills
Required skills |
Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to mobilise equipment and materials: apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for the mobilisation of equipment and materials apply communication and recording skills perform manual and mechanical handling drive laden vehicles (on and off road) perform basic maintenance skills apply knots, load securing devices and attachment points for loaded vehicles apply recovery techniques for bogged plant/vehicles acquire required licences and permits apply diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures use hand tools solve problems |
Required knowledge |
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to mobilise equipment and materials: provisions of the Workplace Health and Safety Acts, their regulations and code of practice particular state or territory regulations relating to operations reasons loads shift and methods of preventing shifting number and types of lashings to apply, fixing points and basic knots safe carrying of loads a range of acquired safety and survival skills driving with the minimum of damage to vehicles, equipment and structures relevant OHS requirements for transport and storage of materials and equipment operational and maintenance procedures a basic knowledge of hydraulic systems, components and cleanliness requirements a basic knowledge of internal combustion motors and the major components a basic knowledge of electricity and in particular, the associated hazards use, transport and storage of LPG and LPG appliances recording and reporting |
Evidence Required
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. | |
Overview of assessment | |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following: knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for mobilising equipment and materials implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of equipment and materials mobilisation working with others to undertake and complete the mobilisation of materials and equipment that meets all of the required outcomes consistent timely completion of equipment and materials mobilisation that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | This unit must be assessed in the context of the 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 workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills. Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job. Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity. Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues. Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. |
Method of assessment | This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods: written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's: implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes consistent achievement of required outcomes first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's: working with others to undertake and complete the mobilisation of equipment and materials |
Guidance information for assessment | Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. | |
Relevant compliance documentation may include: | legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures manufacturer's guidelines and specifications Australian standards Employment and workplace relations legislation Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Rules and regulations may be found in: | industrial safety regulations and legislation/organisation policy/procedures covering same driving manuals safety code of practice, signs and hazard codes materials safety data sheets (MSDS), container labels manufacturer's specifications employer's procedure manual/work instruction/safety analysis/directive company instructions maps and plans vehicle log books accident investigation forms |
Vehicles may include: | any two-wheel drive passenger vehicle all-wheel drive sedan/utility/station wagon light trucks (usually table tops) heavy support vehicles heavy vehicles (such as drill rigs) towed vehicle/trailer Note: State legislative requirements on road transport are adhered to |
Loads may include: | materials for exploration operations spares for all equipment fuels for all equipment, including oils and other lubricants other hazardous substances and equipment water tanks ancillary equipment (e.g. pumps, generators, lighting plant) compressors, caravans and/or vehicles pallets fluids bulk materials decontamination (cleaning) chemicals safety equipment including personal protective equipment towed loads Note: Some of the materials to be transported are inherently hazardous |
Terrain over which vehicles can be driven may include: | state and federal roads, sealed and unsealed tracks or trails (e.g. mining and forestry access roads, fire trails) off-road, where surface may vary in type, condition, gradient barriers such as streams, gullies, sand dunes, banks |
Hazards (other than those relating to terrain) may include: | power lines fences, gates natural disasters (e.g. floods) LPG appliances/canisters other transported gas cylinders portable and fixed winches road transport hazards (e.g. braking with loads, camber, hills, rough surfaces) serviceability of slings, tow ropes, shackles, snatch blocks lashings, vehicle restraining structures, decks, steps and jacks |
Range of load restraint/lashings may include: | direct lashings indirect lashings combination of direct and indirect lashings knots (securing loads on vehicles) |
Driving a vehicle off-road may include: | driving on rocky trails steep gradients driving in mud, snow and ice crossing sand dunes/crossing rivers stall recovery - ascent and descent |
Maps, communications and navigation aids may include: | compass global positioning system (GPS) range of maps and diagrams topographical information |
Basic survival techniques may include: | coping with breakdowns in the bush or isolated areas physical and emotional requirements in an emergency and in isolated areas methods of self protection to enhance survival sources of water making fire/protecting the environment signalling search parties/aircraft search party assistance determining directions/locations remaining in control/assisting other team members coping with accidents and illness/First Aid within limits of competency reading and interpreting maps |
Information communicated may include: | use of two way radio, CB radio SAT phones, mobile phones reporting defects, necessary detours, work hazards, changes in environmental patterns (e.g. storm, flood) phonetic alphabet call signs and radio protocols |
Documentation may include: | log books/service records pre-drive checks |
Minor repairs/replacements may include: | wheel changing/rotation using jumper leads charging/servicing batteries bleeding brakes bleeding hydraulic system adjusting clutch bleeding fuel system servicing air cleaners changing oil and oil filters greasing/lubrication basic pre-drive operational checks of a vehicle |
Recovery techniques may include: | jacking winching rigging towing |
Sectors
Exploration and Field Work
Competency Field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.