ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to conducting bucket-wheel operations

1.2. Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements and shift details 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 bucket-wheel excavator

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. Operate bucket-wheel controls to remove and place burden

2.4. Act on monitoring systems and alarms or report problems

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 capacities of the allocated equipment

2.7. Steer, travel and maintain alignment to optimise digging capacity according to mine plan

2.8. Optimise digging performance

2.9. Maintain design bed and batter slopes according to mine plan

3. Relocate bucket-wheel excavator

3.1. Receive and confirm route and location plan if necessary by site inspection

3.2. Complete ground preparation

3.3. Carry out cable location and handling

3.4. Resolve coordination issues, including support equipment and personnel

3.5. Conduct steering and travel to relocate bucket wheel excavator

4. Carry out operator maintenance

4.1. Carry out bucket-wheel inspections and fault-finding

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

4.3. Carry out authorised minor maintenance

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

4.5. Inspect and test structures and components for fault conditions, wear and need of repair or replacement

4.6. 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 conduct bucket-wheel operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply operational safety requirements

access, interpret and apply technical information

apply hand-eye coordination

apply procedures for working at heights

apply diagnostic techniques

use relevant hand tools

apply environmental constraints

apply equipment records maintenance requirements

apply required procedures for the dispose of environmentally sensitive fluids and materials

apply chemical and fuel safety measures

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 bucket-wheel operations:

site and equipment safety procedures

site operational procedures

equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

operational procedures

site environmental requirements and constraints

hazard identification and response procedures

maintenance systems and procedures

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 bucket-wheel operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of bucket-wheel operations

working with others to undertake and complete bucket-wheel operations that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of bucket-wheel operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet 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 work sites 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 bucket-wheel 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

Bucket-wheel operations may include:

the positioning and digging of burden as part of a terrace dig

rehandling and responding to changes in depth, grade and crossfall

Work requirements may be in the form of:

shift briefings;

handover details

work orders

Shift details may include:

nature and scope of the work

working conditions

achievement targets

site lighting arrangements

defects on equipment

hazards and potential hazards

coordination requirements/issues

Geological and survey data may include:

safety factors relating to natural fall

grades

levels

faults

slips

strata

drainage

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 procedures (or equivalent)

specific safety requirements , including:

boarding and disembarking procedures

identifying and confirming potential hazards

relocating and operational signal procedures

Hazardous and emergency situations may include:

sinking

spoil and highwall stabilisation

wet weather operation

electrical start-up and shutdown

belt system fires

electrical fires

windy and dusty conditions

working in close proximity to moving equipment and parts

Ground preparation for bucket-wheel relocation may include:

pads

roads

rolls

cable route

ramps

Coordination issues may include:

communication with personnel

awareness of other support plant

equipment