Application
This unit is appropriate for those working in supervisory or technical specialist roles, within:
Coal mining
Extractive industries
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan, prepare for and initiate tasks | 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to site stockpile management 1.2. Access and share with team members the geological and survey data required to complete the site stockpile management task 1.3. Prepare an action plan, in consultation with team members, which makes best use of the available resource and takes into account the requirements of the site stockpile management plan 1.4. Acquire and make available the necessary resources for the safe, effective and efficient conduct of site stockpile management task 1.5. Issue clear and timely instructions to team members and others involved for the safe, effective and efficient conduct in the site stockpile management tasks |
2. Monitor, adjust and report on execution of the management plan | 2.1. Ensure safe, effective and efficient execution of tasks 2.2. Monitor site stockpile management plan performance to ensure achievement of planned outcomes 2.3. Initiate adjustments to work programs to take into account non-achievement of planned outcomes. 2.4. Complete and submit reports as required 2.5. Recommend changes to improve the safety, efficiency and effectiveness of the site stockpile management plan |
Required Skills
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 apply and monitor site stockpile management plan: apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures provide team leadership apply procedures for selecting operational and construction techniques apply procedures to selecting and assigning plant and equipment apply procedures to develop and administer work plans |
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 apply and monitor site stockpile management plan: site risk, statutory compliance, health, safety, environmental, quality and communication requirements and procedures the site stockpile management plan team leadership techniques operational techniques required for execution of the plan plant and equipment capabilities work planning techniques work monitoring methods |
Evidence Required
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 application and monitoring of site stockpile management plans implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient application and monitoring of site stockpile management plans working with others to plan, prepare, apply and monitor site stockpile management plans provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in site stockpile management plans evidence of the consistent successful application and monitoring of site stockpile management plans |
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 a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the 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 procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes consistently achieving the required outcomes first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's: working with others to plan, prepare, apply and monitor site stockpile management plans provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual of those involved in the application of the site stockpile management plan |
Guidance information for assessment | Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues. |
Range Statement
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 |
Geological data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to: | rock type and characteristics faults and joints water tables or other water sources coal inter seam coal quality |
Survey data may include relevant site-specific information in relation to: | floor heights bench widths grades stockpile level stockpile volumes |
The site stockpile management plan may include: | height and dimensional restrictions signage requirements base preparation requirements drainage requirements inspection requirements system methodology stockpile full and empty arrangements equipment operating and maintenance procedures emergency precautions and evacuation processes handling spontaneous combustion coal blending automation and manual override monitoring systems reporting requirements communication to others in supply and delivery restrictions or procedural requirements for using mobile plant on top of stockpiles restrictions or procedural requirements for using mobile plant on top of stockpiles requirements for working under a face on stockpiles stock take techniques and requirements |
Resources may include: | labour materials services and equipment |
Instructions may be issued in briefings, handovers, and work orders and may include: | nature and scope of tasks achievement targets operational conditions obtaining 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 |
Sectors
Stockpile and Reclaim Material
Competency Field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.