ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to operating small open-cut mine equipment

1.2. Obtain, interpret and clarify work requirements before proceeding

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

1.4. Access and apply safety information and procedures throughout the work

2. Operate equipment

2.1. Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

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

2.3. Change and operate ancillary attachments to the support equipment

2.4. Operate support equipment with or without ancillary attachments

2.5. Recognise and respond to hazardous and emergency situations

2.6. Complete work in accordance with the agreed plan and outcomes and within the operating capacity of the equipment

3. Carry out operator maintenance

3.1. Carry out equipment inspections and fault finding

3.2. Carry out authorised routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks

3.3. Carry out authorised minor maintenance

3.4. Provide authorised operator support during preparation for, and conduct of, major maintenance tasks

3.5. Process records

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 operate small open-cut mine equipment:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply operational safety requirements

access, interpret and apply technical information

apply procedures for matching equipment with tasks

apply equipment records maintenance requirements

use relevant hand tools

apply eye-hand coordination

apply diagnostic techniques

apply environmental constraints related to the specified operations

apply procedures for disposal of environmentally sensitive fluids and materials

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 operate small open-cut mine equipment:

site and equipment safety requirements

equipment and ancillary attachment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

specified equipment operational procedures

specified equipment maintenance systems and procedures

basic geological and survey data related to the specified operation

site environmental requirements and constraints related to the support equipment

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 operating small open-cut mine equipment

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient operation of small open-cut mine equipment

working with others to undertake and complete the operation of small open-cut mine equipment that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of the operation of small open-cut mine equipment 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 the operation of small open-cut mine equipment

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

Small open-cut mine equipment may include:

skid steer vehicle

tractor

backhoe

excavator

small front end loader

vibrator roller

sheafs foot roller

chain saw

telescopic handlers

Work requirements may be in the form of:

shift briefings

handover details

work orders

support equipment identification/allocation

nature and scope of the tasks

achievement targets

working conditions

site lighting arrangements

defects to equipment

hazards and potential hazards

coordination requirements/issues

Safety information and procedures may be contained in:

legislation and regulations

relevant Australian standards

management plans

OHS policy

code of practice

manufacturer's instructions

safe working or job procedures (or equivalents)

Ancillary attachments may include:

buckets

auger

grass cutter

brush cutter

slasher

pneumatic hammer

shovel

plough

rotary hoe

any other commercially or site produced attachment