Establish and maintain underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems Evidence Guide

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Evidence Guide: RIIERR602A - Establish and maintain underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems

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RIIERR602A - Establish and maintain underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems

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Establish mine emergency preparedness and response systems

Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines
Identify the requirements of mine emergency preparedness and response
Design and develop the emergency preparedness plan from an analysis of all relevant technical and operational information
Design and develop an organisational structure for the management of emergency preparedness and response from an analysis of all relevant technical and operational information
Develop emergency response procedures for management of identified potential incident scenarios from an analysis of all relevant technical and operational information
Establish decision-making processes, operating protocols and information / communication control systems within the mine emergency preparedness and response procedures, including decision monitoring systems
Establish emergency preparedness and response maintenance program and procedures
Review the plan with relevant stakeholders and specialists
Establish a program, including systems and procedures, to satisfy identified mine emergency preparedness and response training requirements
Establish procedures that may include simulation events, to audit and review mine emergency preparedness and response compliance with legislative and site requirements
Establish procedures for incorporating feedback from site and industry based learning's into the audit/review system

Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines

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Identify the requirements of mine emergency preparedness and response

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Design and develop the emergency preparedness plan from an analysis of all relevant technical and operational information

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Design and develop an organisational structure for the management of emergency preparedness and response from an analysis of all relevant technical and operational information

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Develop emergency response procedures for management of identified potential incident scenarios from an analysis of all relevant technical and operational information

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Establish decision-making processes, operating protocols and information / communication control systems within the mine emergency preparedness and response procedures, including decision monitoring systems

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Establish emergency preparedness and response maintenance program and procedures

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Review the plan with relevant stakeholders and specialists

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Establish a program, including systems and procedures, to satisfy identified mine emergency preparedness and response training requirements

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Establish procedures that may include simulation events, to audit and review mine emergency preparedness and response compliance with legislative and site requirements

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Establish procedures for incorporating feedback from site and industry based learning's into the audit/review system

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Establish mine emergency systems

Establish incident information, recording and reporting systems
Establish emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures
Establish operations facilities, including communications to support them, in accordance with the emergency plan
Establish action planning processes to manage the situation / incident in accordance with the emergency plan
Identify required services, personnel, equipment and resources for types of incidents in accordance with the emergency plan

Establish incident information, recording and reporting systems

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Establish emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures

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Establish operations facilities, including communications to support them, in accordance with the emergency plan

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Establish action planning processes to manage the situation / incident in accordance with the emergency plan

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Identify required services, personnel, equipment and resources for types of incidents in accordance with the emergency plan

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Plan and prepare for the implementation of the plans

Identify and interpret the legislative and site requirements related to emergency preparedness and response management
Access, interpret and clarify the emergency preparedness and response plans
Identify, clarify and communicate to all personnel roles and responsibilities, as specified in the emergency preparedness and response plans
Identify, forecast, obtain and allocate / schedule resources required for the implementation of the emergency preparedness and response plans
Implement the emergency preparedness and response training program
Develop review mechanisms to include suggestions and recommendations from both internal and external sources to facilitate ongoing improvement of emergency preparedness and response plans

Identify and interpret the legislative and site requirements related to emergency preparedness and response management

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Access, interpret and clarify the emergency preparedness and response plans

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Identify, clarify and communicate to all personnel roles and responsibilities, as specified in the emergency preparedness and response plans

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Identify, forecast, obtain and allocate / schedule resources required for the implementation of the emergency preparedness and response plans

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Implement the emergency preparedness and response training program

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Develop review mechanisms to include suggestions and recommendations from both internal and external sources to facilitate ongoing improvement of emergency preparedness and response plans

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Establish post-incident management procedures

Establish plans to manage post-incident
Establish processes to investigate nature and cause of situation / incident
Establish processes to evaluate the effectiveness of emergency response and action plans to achieve objectives

Establish plans to manage post-incident

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Establish processes to investigate nature and cause of situation / incident

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Establish processes to evaluate the effectiveness of emergency response and action plans to achieve objectives

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Audit and review the plan and equipment

Audit emergency preparedness and response monitoring systems for compliance with legislative and management plan standards
Audit emergency preparedness and response processes / resources for compliance with legislative and mine site requirements
Audit recording systems for compliance with the emergency preparedness and response plan
Audit emergency preparedness and response training program for currency, relevance and compliance with the requirements of the emergency preparedness and response plan
Identify and correct non-compliance or other discrepancies/ deficiencies revealed by audit

Audit emergency preparedness and response monitoring systems for compliance with legislative and management plan standards

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Audit emergency preparedness and response processes / resources for compliance with legislative and mine site requirements

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Audit recording systems for compliance with the emergency preparedness and response plan

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Audit emergency preparedness and response training program for currency, relevance and compliance with the requirements of the emergency preparedness and response plan

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Identify and correct non-compliance or other discrepancies/ deficiencies revealed by audit

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

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 establishing and maintaining emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient establishing and maintaining of emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes the identification of viable program options and the selection of options that best meet the required outcomes working with others to establish and maintain emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines consistent and timely establishment and maintenance of emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines
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 procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required identification of viable options and the selection of options that best meet the required outcomes consistently achieving the required outcomes first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's: working with others to establish and maintain emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines consistent and timely gaining of approval of emergency preparedness and response systems for underground coal mines provision of clear, timely required support and advice on the implementation of emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines
Guidance information for assessment	Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Required Skills and Knowledge

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 establish and maintain emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply emergency response and disaster planning processes and techniques

apply emergency procedures guidelines

read and interpret mine plans

apply procedures to assess hazards and associated risks

evaluate systems and equipment

write reports

identify or establish mine-site facilities for incident management

access and use mine-site information and recording systems

apply effective communication techniques with people personally or through technical devices during incidents

organise personnel and resources

handle members of the media

develop action plans

analyse information

apply effective decision making techniques

participate as team member

facilitate groups to work together

brainstorm to collect maximum information

apply effective questioning techniques

apply effective interview techniques

delegate responsibility and tasks

apply effective negotiation techniques

investigate incidents

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 establish and maintain emergency preparedness and response systems in underground coal mines:

mines rescue guidelines

emergency response and disaster planning processes and techniques

audit review process and techniques

incident resources and how to access them

legislation applicable to mines

training and assessment principles

industry and legislative stakeholders

mine-type incidents and risks

structure of emergency procedures guidelines

legal requirements of incident management teams

hazard identification

self-escape, aided rescue and incident response philosophies, systems and equipment

the techniques and equipment used for collecting and analysing atmospheric conditions

risk management principles and techniques

classification of types of incidents

decision-making processes

structure of emergency organisations

structure, roles, capabilities and operational limitations of external resources and agencies used during mine incidents

rescue team structure, procedures and equipment and standby team requirements

effects of heat and humidity

effects of visibility

escape strategies and technology

environmental risks and controls

media policies and procedures

equipment required for types of emergency

ventilation and its influence on incidents, and decisions to be made

deployment of staff underground

call-out procedures

emotional effects of emergencies on rescuers, mine personnel, families and community

titles and roles of members of incident management team

services and agencies available to assist in an emergency

intervention and control techniques for heating, fires, explosions, outburst, extrication or inrushes

the requirements and structure for fresh air base

support services role and access

legislation regarding resumption of normal operations

the role of stakeholders

numbers needed to run the mine at planned operational levels

mobilisation, deployment and utilisation of equipment

economic considerations and decisions

insurance policies and considerations

mine closure procedures and the legislative implications

sealing procedures and the legislative implications

requirements for site security and access control

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
Maintenance program is the confirmation of system and equipment operability and may include checks of:	personal protection equipment (PPE) signage monitoring and alarms mines rescue equipment communication devices guidance systems provisions of plans, maps and documentation escape and rescue equipment first response equipment escape routes information technology (IT) systems
Stakeholders are those parties who may be directly or indirectly affected by incidents and may include, but are not limited to:	shareholders board of directors employees unions families contractors insurance companies suppliers local community manufacturers Inspectorate Coal Services police Mines Rescue Service fire brigades ambulance medical staff hospitals critical incident stress debriefing organisations local emergency management organisations Salvation Army clergy state, federal, local government
Audit is defined as:	a systematic examination against defined criteria to determine whether activities and related results conform to planned arrangement, and whether these arrangements are implemented effectively and are suitable to achieve the organisation's policy and objectives
Incident is:	an unplanned and undesirable event resulting in damage to property, environment or people and may be caused by: explosion fire strata failure inrush outburst irrespirable atmosphere environmental incident Hazchem explosives vehicle accidents wind blasts failure of ventilation control device/appliances ignition of gas situation where a hazard gets out of control
Operations facilities are those which are set up to manage an incident and may include:	operations centre press room mortuary muster areas meeting rooms communication centres networks control rooms
Communications may include:	radio telephone telemetry oral written computers runners
Services, personnel, equipment and resources may include:	internal mine services and resources contractors insurance companies suppliers local community manufacturers Inspectorate Coal Services police Mines Rescue Service fire brigades ambulance medical staff hospitals critical incident stress debriefing organisations local emergency management organisations Salvation Army clergy federal, state and local government media coroner's representative security services solicitors district check inspector other mines engineers scientists inertisation equipment down-hole camera drill rigs forensic services
Equipment refers to that needed to control the incident and includes:	rescue equipment mining equipment transport specialised equipment from external sources monitoring analysis equipment communication computer systems fire fighting equipment inertisation equipment extraction devices and equipment
Types of incident can be identified as:	minor accident major accident or fatality underground explosion or fire ignition outburst spontaneous combustion surface fire which disrupts operations environment incidents bomb threat terrorist attack
Post-incident management is the control of activities arising from an incident and may include:	legal advice environmental aspects critical incident stress debriefing interviewing investigations witness interview statements restoration of normal operations media releases public relations employee welfare and family support security of evidence liaison with statutory / legal bodies statutory investigations review of emergency procedures documentation of ongoing operations restoration of emergency preparedness systems security systems

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Evidence Guide: RIIERR602A - Establish and maintain underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems

Student: __________________________________________________

Signature: _________________________________________________

Tips for gathering evidence to demonstrate your skills

RIIERR602A - Establish and maintain underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems

Establish mine emergency preparedness and response systems

Establish mine emergency systems

Plan and prepare for the implementation of the plans

Establish post-incident management procedures

Audit and review the plan and equipment

Assessed

Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: _________

Signature: ________________________________________________

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Instructions to Assessors

Teacher: ___________________________ Date: _