Application
This unit is appropriate for those working in an assistant role at worksites within:
Metalliferous mining
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for refueling | 1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 1.2. Comply with relevant regulations/standards 1.3. Locate designated fuel bay and manoeuvre vehicle/machine to correct refuelling location 1.4. Shutdown vehicle/machine by following correct shutdown procedures for refuelling area 1.5. Check fire fighting equipment in refuelling area before commencing refuelling 1.6. Check and/or activate for ventilation devices in refuelling area before commencing refuelling |
2. Refuel vehicle/machine | 2.1. Follow site refuelling procedures to refuel vehicle/machine, staying with vehicle during the entire operation 2.2. Comply with environmental procedures and response plans |
3. Conduct housekeeping functions | 3.1. Correctly re-hang hose and conduct fuel bay housekeeping 3.2. Complete all required records and documentation |
Required Skills
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 refuel vehicles/ machines underground: apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for refueling vehicles/machines underground apply diagnostic techniques make decisions direct operations use driving techniques in dark and enclosed conditions identify hazards use hazardous goods handling techniques interpret ground conditions interpret plans, reports, maps and specifications maintain records organise work tasks report defects follow safe work practices select and fit personal protective equipment work in a team troubleshoot use communications equipment use computer systems use protective equipment use hand tools |
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 refuel vehicles/machines underground: emergency procedures environmental procedures equipment processes, technical capability and limitations equipment safety requirements geological and technical data hazardous goods procedures and consequences of spills isolation procedures mine operational system night and day working procedures OHS procedures underground mining procedures operational procedures and checks road rules shutdown procedures site procedures site safety requirements start-up procedures |
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 refuelling vehicles/ machines underground implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of refuelling of vehicles/machines underground working with others to undertake and complete the refuelling of vehicles/machines underground that meets all of the required outcomes consistent, safe and timely completion of refuelling of vehicles/machines underground that, 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 should 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 refueling of vehicles/machines underground |
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 Employment and workplace relations legislation Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation |
Shutdown procedures may include: | correct location of vehicle/machine safety mechanisms operational (horn, operating lights) vehicle/machine engine is switched off |
Ventilation may include: | warning lights regulator doors ventilation louvres warning alarms auxiliary fans |
Refuelling procedures may include: | checking hoses, nozzles and fittings prior to refuelling remove tank cap insert nozzle complete refuelling replace the fuel tank cap |
Environmental procedures and response plans may include: | runoff control procedures spills clean-up procedures water quality procedures major spill response plans |
Fuel bay housekeeping may include: | cleaning up any minor fuel spillage cleaning up any rags and debris keeping area clean and tidy notifying supervisor of any large spillages and potential hazards re-hanging of hoses |
Sectors
Underground Mining
Competency Field
Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Co-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.