RIIERR307A
Extricate casualties from underground incident

This unit covers extricating casualties from underground incident in metalliferous mines. It includes: preparing for extrication; establishing the extrication system; stabilising the casualty; transporting the casualty to a place of safety; and restoring and refurbishing equipment.

Application

This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles, in underground mines within:

Metalliferous mining


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for extrication of casualties

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to extricating casualties from underground incident in metalliferous mines

1.2. Interpret incident information to determine location, type of incident and personnel involved and record on the mine plan

1.3. Fit appropriate safety equipment and navigate to incident site according to site and standard operating procedures

1.4. Identify, address and report potential hazards, and risks to rescue team members and entrapped personnel

1.5. Assess the possible type and extent of injuries to entrapped personnel

1.6. Assess the incident and determine the appropriate method of extricating casualties

1.7. Determine extrication procedures and strategy and develop an action plan for extrication operations

2. Establish extrication system and extricate casualty

2.1. Identify and obtain required extrication equipment and check for operational ability

2.2. Set up equipment to extricate casualty according to manufacturer's specifications and site and safe operating procedures

2.3. Test the extrication system and equipment to manufacturer's specifications and safe operating procedures before extrication operations are undertaken

2.4. Employ equipment and techniques to extricate people according to manufacturer's specifications and site and safe operating procedures

2.5. Maintain communication with other team members and Incident Control on condition of casualties and status of extrication operations

3. Stabilise casualty

3.1. Perform Primary and Secondary assessments to check casualty's condition to recognised life support guidelines

3.2. Apply identified life support requirements

3.3. Continuously monitor casualty and record vital signs

3.4. Communicate casualty information to Incident Control and/or medical personnel

4. Transport casualty to a place of safety

4.1. Evaluate the need for, and equip casualties with escape apparatus

4.2. Assess the availability and adequacy of transport resources and obtain additional assistance and resources where required

4.3. Prepare stretcher patients and other casualties for safe transport to a place of safety according to site and safe operating procedures

4.4. Monitor casualties and check vital signs during transport

4.5. Employ techniques and procedures to transport casualties to a place of safety according to site and safe operating procedures

4.6. Ensure that casualties are handed over to medical professionals

4.7. Communicate status of incident site, casualties, personnel and equipment to Incident Control

5. Restore and refurbish equipment

5.1. Inspect all equipment used for any damage sustained in the extrication operation

5.2. Repair or replace defective equipment to meet manufacturer's specifications or Australian standards

5.3. Tag and quarantine unusable equipment

5.4. Return the rescue system and equipment to operational readiness according to manufacturer's specifications and/or Australian standards

Required Skills

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required extricate casualties from underground incident in metalliferous mines:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

locate extrication equipment on mine site

navigate in underground mines

read maps and interpret symbols

apply call-out response procedures

work as a member of a team

locate and demonstrate the correct use of ladders and other devices

operate emergency communications systems

interpret and use signals

access, interpret and apply technical and safety information

apply diagnostic/faultfinding techniques

apply environmental compliance requirements

apply isolation procedures

use hand and power tools

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to extricate casualties from underground incident in metalliferous mines:

extrication equipment - types, construction and operation

manufacturer's recommendations for safe use and care of extrication equipment

basic life support

primary assessment/secondary assessment

hazard/risk management principles and practices (including assessment and control)

types and availability of transport resources

types and availability of medical facilities

lashing techniques for stretchers

systems and methods of extrication

location of extrication equipment

inspection and refurbishment of extrication equipment

hazards of underground mine operations

hazards associated with large mobile mine equipment

mine traffic procedures and rules

communication systems and protocols

infectious disease and waste management

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 extricating casualties from underground incident in metalliferous mines

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient extricating of casualties from underground incident in metalliferous mines

working with others to extricate casualties from underground incident in metalliferous mines that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely extrication of casualties from underground incident in metalliferous mines 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.

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.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.

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

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to extricate casualties from underground incident in metalliferous mines

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, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Incidents may include those associated with:

heights

depths

plant and equipment entrapment

light vehicles

heavy vehicles

mining equipment

transport equipment

shafts and winders

toxic environment

Safety equipment may include:

breathing apparatus

industrial clothing

thermal suits

face shields

eye protection

respiratory protection

safety footwear

Hazards may include:

environmental

electrical

smoke

chemicals

toxic atmosphere/gases

loss of visibility

volatile substances

heat

heights/depths

ground/wall collapse

unstable ground

engulfment

bulk fuel storage

fuel transportation

unsafe working practices

explosives

Action plans may include:

extrication equipment requirements

personnel capability and numbers

duties assigned to extrication and support personnel

extrication strategy and procedures

safety equipment requirements

communications methods and protocols

risk assessment requirements

emergency procedures

life support arrangements

transport

contingency plans

Extrication equipment may include:

hydraulic rescue equipment

pneumatic lifting equipment

crowbars

hand tools

hacksaws

abrasive saws

cutting equipment

Tirfor

oxygen therapy/resuscitation equipment

rescue boards

First Aid equipment

roping equipment

ladders

Communications may include:

reports

2-way radio

telephone

mobile phone

hand signals

runners

light signals

Incident Control:

has overall planning, approval and control of an incident

Medical personnel may include:

doctors

ambulance officers

paramedics

site medical officer

Royal Flying Doctor Service

Returning equipment to operational readiness may include:

inspection

cleaning

repair

replacement/re-fill


Sectors

Emergency Response and Rescue


Competency Field

Refer to Unit Sector(s).


Co-Requisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Refer to Unit Descriptor.