This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role at worksites within:
Metalliferous mining
Not applicable.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for inspection activities | 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 1.2. Obtain and confirm mine operational information from mine records and planning documents 1.3. Obtain and confirm future planned operations information related to the work area and confirm with appropriate people 1.4. Access and interpret geological and survey data to assess the effect on mine inspection activities 1.5. Obtain and interpret legislative and site requirements 1.6. Access safety information and procedures which may impact on mine operations 1.7. Identify and access all recording and reporting documents required by legislation and local mine procedures 1.8. Coordinate activities with others at site prior to commencement of, and during inspections |
2. Inspect mine operations | 2.1. Conduct inspections as detailed in legislative requirements and local mine procedures 2.2. Respond immediately to instances of non-compliance to regulatory or other operational practices which endanger personnel 2.3. Discuss inspection findings with responsible parties and initiate a response to restore operational safety and site compliance 2.4. Record results of inspections and process records in accordance with legislative requirements and local mine procedures |
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 inspect small mine operations: apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for the inspection of small mine operations read, explain and apply: technical information site/legislative requirements job priorities apply geological and survey information recognise potential hazards and apply corrective measures according to site/legislative procedures provide feedback prepare technical reports investigate and report on incidents |
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 inspect small mine operations: site machinery and equipment safety requirements legislative and site requirements and procedures site/legislative requirements for inspections geological, geographical and survey data extractive operations equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations operational and maintenance procedures risk management 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 inspecting small mine operations implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of inspecting small mine operations working with others to undertake and complete the inspection of small mine operations that meets all of the required outcomes consistent timely completion of small mine operations inspection 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 inspection of small mine 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, 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 |
Operational information may include: | mine layout and plan previous shift inspection reports personnel and equipment availability work and equipment locations production targets and other work requirements incidents hazards and potential hazards coordination requirements/issues |
Safety information and procedures may be contained in: | legislation and regulations/relevant Australian standards Safety Management Plan OHS policy code of practice manufacturer's instructions safe working or job procedures (or equivalent) emergency response plan incident investigation models |
Coordinate may be to: | plan activities set priorities for activities establish liaison channels with other personnel, neighbouring mines, and regulatory bodies ensure work and safety requirements are passed to and reinforced with safety, and operational personnel and contractors |
Inspections required include all safety aspects of: | working on or around excavation areas machinery and equipment mines services working faces stockpiles shafts installed safety measures |
Legislation may include Acts and regulation dealing with: | mining safety and health mine inspection OHS explosives Dangerous Goods Act environment |
Metalliferous Mining (Small Mines)
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Not applicable.
This unit contains employability skills.
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