ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to conducting grader operations

1.2. Obtain, interpret and clarify work requirements and procedures for the satisfactory completion of the allocated job

1.3. Access, interpret and apply geological and survey data required to complete the allocated job

1.4. Inspect and prepare work area in coordination with others

1.5. Identify, manage and report potential hazards and risks

1.6. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities

1.7. Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

2. Operate grader

2.1. Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures

2.2. Select and modify the operating technique to appropriately meet changing work conditions

2.3. Conduct, control and monitor operations within the equipment limitations

2.4. Connect and tow equipment and plant safely and in accordance with the authorised equipment and connection capacity

2.5. Act on or report monitoring systems and alarms

2.6. Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations

2.7. Complete work in accordance with the agreed work requirements and within the operating capacity of the allocated equipment

3. Carry out post-operational procedures

3.1. Inspect, fault find and report faults

3.2. Carry out routine operator servicing, maintenance and housekeeping tasks

3.3. Maintain and process records and reports

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 to conduct grader operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply levelling techniques

apply drain construction techniques

apply windrow form and carry techniques

apply equipment and plant towing procedures

apply diagnostic techniques

apply driving techniques

apply hazardous goods handling techniques

interpret plans, reports, maps, specifications

apply lifting techniques

organise work tasks

apply defect reporting requirements

apply safe work practices

apply communications equipment procedures

apply computer systems 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 conduct grader operations:

emergency procedures

environmental and heritage procedures

equipment processes, technical capability and limitations

equipment safety requirements

towing techniques

geological and technical data

grading procedures

hazardous goods procedures and consequences of spills

isolation procedures

mine operational system

night and day working procedures

OHS procedures

open cut procedures

operational procedures and checks

road rules

shutdown procedures

site procedures

site safety requirements

start-up procedures

surface maintenance techniques

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 conducting grader operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of grader operations

working with others to undertake and complete grader operations that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of grader operations 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 undertake and complete grader operations

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

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

codes of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work requirements and procedures may come from briefings, handovers, and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal, depending on the complexity of the process and may include:

product identification

nature and scope of tasks,

quality of finished works

achievement targets,

operational conditions,

obtaining permits required

site layout,

out of bounds areas,

worksite inspection requirements,

lighting conditions,

plant or equipment defects,

hazards and potential hazards

coordination requirements or issues

contamination control requirements

environmental control requirements

barricade and signage requirements

Geological data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to:

rock type and characteristics

faults and joints

broken ground

water tables or other water sources

wet and dry areas

degree of compaction

Survey data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to:

floor heights

bench heights and widths

ramp and floor grades

underground workings and voids

Inspect and prepare work area may include:

identification of hazards

selection and implementation of control measures for the hazards identified

safeguarding site and non-site personnel by:

erection of barricades and posting of signs

selection of appropriate equipment to ensure personnel safety and protection

determination of appropriate path of movement for loads and equipment/vehicles

floor clean up to specified levels and grade requirements

selection and implementation of environmental control measures

Potential hazards and risks may include:

installed services

damaged or defective pressurise hoses and fastenings

abandoned equipment

adjoining pit walls or structures

adverse weather conditions (electrical storms, floods, fires)

chemicals

contaminants

ancillary equipment

fences

holes and pot holes

over-hanging rocks

personnel

unsafe ground

unstable faces

vehicles

powerlines

dust and noise

conveyors and other fixed plant

overhead structures and services

stored energy which may include:

engine components

radiators and cooling systems

hydraulic tanks and reservoirs

air tanks and reservoirs

hydraulic hoses

air hoses

tires

air conditioning components

electrical components

braking systems

centrifugal forces

Coordination requirements may include with:

other mobile plant operators

processing plant operators

maintenance personnel

water truck operators

service vehicle operators

crane and float operators

contractors

inspectors

supervisors

visitors

Pre-start and start-up procedure may include:

external check of the machine

inspection of attachments to ensure security and identify defects

selection, removing and fitting of attachments

checking of fluid levels (windscreen washer tank, hydraulic oil, coolant, grease, water, engine oil, fuel)

carry out lubrication

checking of display instrumentation and gauges (indicators, gauges, laser levels), computer systems

inspection of air filter restriction indicator

inspection and checking of cab (horn, lights, air conditioner)

testing of engine and stop engine lights

testing visual and audio warning devices and lights

checking instruments and control lever

reporting of defects and damage

Park-up and shutdown procedure may include:

secure equipment as required by site procedures

render attachments safe

clear access ways

Operating techniques may include:

manoeuvring

braking

blade control and application

ripper control and application

attaching, securing, lifting, carrying and placing materials

driving machines on to floats

towing

observing site speed limits

working safely around:

overhead powerlines

other machines and personnel

live stockpiles

Changing work conditions may include variations in:

materials,

contamination

traffic conditions

weather conditions

light conditions (including day and night)

Monitoring systems and alarms may include:

brake air pressure

brake oil temperature

computer indicators

engine oil pressure

fuel filter

parking brake

retarder

service meter

speedometer/odometer

steering filters

tachometer

torque converter

oil temperature

transmission filter

voltmeter

water temperature

Hazardous and emergency situations may include:

motor vehicle accidents

powerlines and other overhead services

dust and noise

face overhangs

lighting strikes (potential tyre explosion)

tyre fires (isolation procedures)

Operator service, maintenance and housekeeping tasks are those established and authorised for the site and may include:

cleaning,

authorised servicing and the monitoring,

recording and reporting of faults

conduct of authorised minor replacements

provision of assistance to maintenance personnel during maintenance and repair activities

Records and reports may include:

fuel usage

computer readings

end of shift documentation

supplies logs

work logs stockpile information

quality information