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 installing of hand held ground support in underground metalliferous mines

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the installing of hand held ground support in underground metalliferous mines

working with others to undertake and complete the set up, preparation and installing of hand held ground support in underground metalliferous mines that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of the installing of hand held ground support in underground metalliferous mines 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.

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:

working with others to undertake and complete the installing of hand held ground support in underground metalliferous mines

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

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 install hand held ground support in underground metalliferous mines:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for setting up, preparing and installing ground support

operation of hand and power tools

hazard identification

monitor operations

operation of power tools

report defects

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 install hand held ground support in underground metalliferous mines:

dewatering procedures and characteristics

environmental procedures

equipment safety requirements

geological and technical data (basic)

ground support characteristics and applications

hazardous goods procedures (handling and transport)

inspection procedures

isolation procedures

manufacturer's specifications

mining regulations

operational procedures and checks

site procedures

start-up and shutdown procedures

underground procedures

working knowledge of all stope areas

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, organisational and site requirements and procedures including:

relevant site safety and health

site inspection

explosives

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Equipment may include:

rig

approved anchor points

approved charge hose

approved cord cutters

lanyatels (safety rope)

lights

line/string

paint

scaling bar

signage

tape measure

recommended/required PPE

Potential risks and hazards may include:

broken detonation leads

contaminants

eye hazards (flying chips)

falling rock when collaring

faulty equipment

ground conditions

high air and water pressures

high voltage electricity

hydraulic oil pressure

lack of ventilation

misfires

overhanging rock

tipping hazards

unauthorised personnel

wet holes

uncontrolled radio frequencies and transmitters

Dust suppression and extraction methods may include:

mobile/fixed sprays

screens (vent doors, vent blinds)

use of water trucks

ventilation bags operational

watering down site

fans

Auxiliary services may include:

compressed air

de-watering pumps

electricity

ventilation

water

Boundaries may be physical or manned and may include:

cable across drive (wire, chain)

witches hats, barricade tape

Personnel may include:

contractors

drillers

drivers

holders of appropriate tickets

inspectors

licensed operators

maintenance staff

personnel authorised by mine management

service personnel

supervisors

surveyors

trades persons