ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for conveyor shift

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the coordinating of conveyor system shift

1.2. Receive, interpret and clarify briefings and survey plans

1.3. Carry out site inspection to determine the preparation requirements

1.4. Develop detailed conveyor shift plan

1.5. Identify and plan resources according to the conveyor shift requirements and site/mine procedures

1.6. Organise and brief relevant personnel on plan, timing, tasks and resolve coordination issues according to conveyor shift requirements and site/mine procedures

2. Set up for conveyor shift

2.1. Complete ground preparation works according to conveyor shift requirements and site/mine procedures

2.2. Coordinate relocation of fire service pipes

2.3. Coordinate minor maintenance

2.4. Coordinate setting and preparation of anchoring equipment/posts

2.5. Follow plans and ensure the issue of appropriate permits to isolate plant

2.6. Coordinate release of conveyor belt tension

3. Coordinate and monitor conveyor shift

3.1. Acquire appropriate resources both personnel and equipment

3.2. Prepare and or/relocate according to conveyor shift and safety requirements and site/mine procedures

3.3. Coordinate and monitor correct sequence of conveyor shift activities

3.4. Maintain safety standards

3.5. Diagnose problems and implement response actions where appropriate

3.6. Complete conveyor shift according to site/mine procedures

4. Test and return conveyor to service

4.1. Arrange for cancellation of permits and restore isolated plant in accordance with safety requirements and site/mine procedures

4.2. Carry out test runs with unloaded and loaded belt

4.3. Inspect frames and conveyor belt for alignment, tension and fouling

4.4. Arrange for minor maintenance as required

4.5. Return conveyor system to service

4.6. Ensure site is clear of debris, tools, plant and machinery

4.7. Carry out recording and reporting

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 coordinate conveyor system shift:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply operational safety requirements

access, interpret and apply technical information

apply equipment records maintenance requirements

apply planning and organising techniques

apply techniques to lead a diverse team

apply diagnostic techniques

apply procedures for complying with environmental requirements

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 coordinate conveyor system shift:

mobile plant capabilities and limitations

site and equipment safety requirements and procedures

scope and limitations of operations related to this competency

site conveyor systems and relocation coordination requirements

relevant conveyor system and equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

mine site geological conditions and survey data

fire suppression, fire alert and disaster plan procedures

hazard identification and risk assessment response procedures

site environmental requirements and constraints related to conveyor/bucketwheel system

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 the coordinating of conveyor system shifts

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of conveyor system shifts

working with others to undertake and complete conveyor system shifts that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of conveyor system shifts 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 conveyor system shifts

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

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Briefings and survey plans may include:

relationship to trunk/main conveyors

type of conveyor shift

schedules times

position of digging machinery

Site inspection may include:

accessibility for plant

stability and evenness of surface

location of electrical services and cables

location of hopper

cracks in rail and/or plates

Ground preparation works may include:

pads

ramps

roads

cable routes

Conveyor shift may include:

parallel

tail end

head end

pivot

combination

conveyor shift systems may vary in:

distance

number of sections

transfer stations

shuttles

Coordination may include:

other mobile plant operators

maintenance contractors

conveyor shifting supervisor

Safety requirements may include:

legislation and regulations

relevant Australian standards

coordination plans

coordination rules

OHS Policy

code of practice

manufacturer's manuals and instructions

safe working or job procedures

training resources

Problems may include:

fish plates

rail cracks

sleeper/frame fixings broken

belt stretching or pinching