ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for rail haulage operations

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

1.2. Obtain, interpret and clarify/confirm work requirements

1.3. Access, interpret and apply mine environmental data required to complete the allocated work

1.4. Carry out pre-start vehicle and equipment checks

2. Haul material

2.1. Coordinate activities with others at the site prior to commencement of, and during, the work activity

2.2. Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up, shutdown procedures

2.3. Use vehicle controls and systems to ensure smooth and effective operations

2.4. Operate rail vehicle within equipment limitations, and monitor and respond to gauges and systems

2.5. Safely load/unload personnel or materials

2.6. Safely carry out towing and pushing of equipment and plant in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and/or site procedures and safety requirements

2.7. Recognise and respond to hazards and emergency situations

2.8. Perform work in accordance with the agreed plan and outcomes and within the operating capacities of the equipment

3. Load and unload rake of trucks

3.1. Accurately position rake underneath material loading chute/loading point

3.2. Load and unload rake using approved equipment minimising spillage and/or damage to equipment

4. Carry out operator maintenance

4.1. Carry out rail vehicle and rolling stock inspections and fault-finding

4.2. Carry out routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks using appropriate cleaning methods

4.3. Carry out minor operational maintenance

4.4. Provide operator support during preparation for, and conduct of, major maintenance tasks

4.5. Process records

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 conduct rail haulage operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for the conduct of rail haulage operations

access, interpret and apply technical and environmental information

start, operate and shutdown haulage equipment

apply diagnostic techniques to identify problems arising in rail haulage operations

conduct relevant maintenance on locomotives and related equipment

conduct emergency shutdowns

maintain appropriate records

apply environmental constraints and procedures

dispose of environmentally sensitive oils, fluids and materials

interpret ground conditions

operate, maintain and clean rail haulage equipment

apply safe work practices

use hand and power 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 conduct rail haulage operations:

site and operational safety requirements

rail vehicle equipment characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

rail vehicle operational procedures and checks

location of equipment relative to working environment

ventilation system and conditions

rail vehicle maintenance requirements and procedures

recording, reporting and handover procedures

site environmental requirements and constraints related to rail vehicles

bucket loading procedures

environmental management procedures

basic geological and technical data

isolation procedures

locomotive parking techniques

operational procedures and checks

primary and secondary ventilation sources

types of rail operations

rail signalling system characteristics

reporting procedures

start up and shutdown 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 the conduct of rail haulage operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient conduct of rail haulage operations

working with others to undertake and complete rail haulage operations that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of rail haulage operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meet 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 requirements, 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 rail haulage 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.

Compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

relevant Australian standards

site requirements

management plans

relevant OHS policy

relevant code of practice

manufacturer's instructions

safe working instructions

recognised standards

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work requirements may include:

shift briefings including:

nature and scope of work

working conditions

achievement targets

equipment defects

hazards and potential hazards

coordination requirements/issues

handover details

work orders

Data may include:

ventilation/gas data

deputy reports

Pre-start vehicle and equipment checks may include:

break indicators (x-rays)

chains

cleanliness of rail loading station

computer systems

danger tags

display instrumentation and gauges (e.g. indicators, gauges, laser levels)

door pins

draw gear

idle positioned and running

light positioning and cleanliness

loading chute

locomotive and components

personal proximity

shackles

visual and audio warning devices and lights (e.g. tail light)

weigh machines

wheels

Rail vehicle may include:

electric drive vehicles

mechanical drive vehicles

single or multiple drive vehicles

rolling stock

Safety requirements may include:

personnel safety and control

load security and safety

transport rules

emergency braking

operational signals procedures

Hazards may include:

collisions

communication failure

derailment

dirty tracks

faults (e.g. switches, unsecured trucks, run away trucks)

mud rushes

oversized material

spillage

visibility

water in pass

Cleaning methods may include:

degreasing

forced air

steam cleaning

vacuum

water

Operator maintenance may include:

charging system

greasing

remove and refitting of batteries

specific gravity meter

tightening loose fittings