ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan for drilling operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity

1.2. Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task

1.3. Identify, manage and report all potential hazards

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

1.5. Determine location and nature of any installed services near or crossing the proposed drill plan

1.6. Obtain all necessary permits or consents, where required

1.7. Develop contingency plans for changes in geological conditions

2. Prepare to drill

2.1. Check all required personnel, equipment and supplies are available

2.2. Select and wear required personal protective equipment

2.3. Check equipment is in good operational condition

2.4. Walk and inspect the drill site, noting any services, hazards, obstacles or other items relevant to the job

2.5. Identify any services by inspection and from preliminary investigation and confirm exact location

2.6. Erect or place safety barriers where needed

2.7. Check all modes of communication

2.8. Select suitable lay down areas for separate storage of chemicals and fuels or other incompatible items

2.9. Select locations for ancillary equipment to provide maximum efficiency and minimal risk to personnel

3. Set up drill and equipment

3.1. Ensure a solid foundation for the rig

3.2. Interpret plans and position equipment accurately

3.3. Stabilise drill

3.4. Align and secure mast at correct angle

3.5. Position ancillary equipment accurately

4. Diagnose problems

4.1. Recognise symptoms of problem

4.2. Identify and isolate causes and determine solution

4.3. Implement solution if within scope of authority and competence

4.4. Seek help if problem is too complex

4.5. Implement solution as directed

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 set up and prepare for drilling operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

operate machine

operate ancillary equipment

interpret graphical representation, including maps, diagrams

apply metric and imperial conversions

apply mathematical skills, including:

addition

subtraction

multiplication

division

apply appropriate instruments to measure:

volume

quantities

mass

weight

length

using calculator

apply estimating skills, e.g. mental arithmetic, visualisation of size and quantity

apply basic geometry to interpret depth, direction and azimuth of a hole

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 set up and prepare for drilling operations:

equipment and its characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

operational and maintenance procedures, including:

controlling flow off site

disposing of waste

no excess clearing

prevention of spread of contaminants

soil sampling and basic geological knowledge, including classification of rocks, drillability and stability

environmental requirements and procedures

fault finding and troubleshooting techniques

team work

communication systems, processes and procedures, e.g. 2-way radio

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 setting up and preparing for drilling operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the setting up and preparing for drilling operations

working with others to undertake and complete the setting up and preparing for drilling operations that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of the setting up and preparing for drilling 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 the setting up and preparing for drilling 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

code of practice

Employment and Workplace Relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work instructions may come from:

briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:

nature and scope of tasks, including hole parameters, e.g. size and depth

permits required, e.g. dispose of waste

specifications

quality of finished works

achievement targets

operational conditions

obtaining of 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

Hazards may include:

obstacles

underground services

overhead power lines

uneven ground

unconsolidated ground

Coordination requirements may include:

drill team members

other equipment operators

maintenance personnel

supervisors

mine personnel

Contingency plans may concern changes in:

geological conditions

depths

materials used in construction

Personal protective equipment includes:

steel-capped boots and hardhat

gloves

dust mask

eye and hearing protection

general protective and reflective clothing