Operate a vacuum loading system

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver MSMWJ303, 'Operate a vacuum loading system'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Operate a vacuum loading system' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1

Prepare for work

1.1

Obtain required job details

1.2

Complete site access and work control requirements

1.3

Identify site hazards and required hazard controls

1.4

Select, check and load equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the job

1.5

Ensure the adequate quantity of fuel and other consumables have been filled/loaded

1.6

Check work team members comply with site and job competency requirements

1.7

Complete required pre-work paperwork

2

Complete on-site preparation

2.1

Check job scope, location and requirements with job owner/contact person

2.2

Obtain required permits/work authorities

2.3

Lead tool box meeting as required

2.4

Interpret and follow job-related documentation

2.5

Define work area and check exclusion zones

2.6

Ensure waste management, disposal and tracking procedures are in place

2.7

Recognise and control job and site-specific hazards

3

Set up job in accordance with procedures

3.1

Prepare worksite to comply with job and safety requirements

3.2

Inspect, assemble and check vacuum loading equipment to procedures

3.3

Complete pre-start and check emergency stop

3.4

Liaise with other work groups as appropriate to ensure safe and efficient operation

3.5

Establish appropriate means of communication between operators and ensure correct positioning of personnel

3.6

Ensure hazard controls are operational and adequate

3.7

Check and use required personal protective equipment

4

Undertake vacuum loading job in accordance with procedures

4.1

Start up vacuum loading system

4.2

Communicate with/supervise other operator as required by job

4.3

Operate equipment to meet job requirements

4.4

Monitor hazards and activate emergency stop, as required

4.5

Monitor the job, conditions and equipment

4.6

Recognise and diagnose problems

4.7

Take appropriate action to respond to problems

4.8

Complete required paperwork

5

Complete job in accordance with procedures

5.1

Shut down equipment

5.2

Ensure the appropriate disposal of all waste

5.3

Advise job owner/contact person of job completion and any relevant observations during the job

5.4

Clean job site and equipment

5.5

Service and inspect equipment

5.6

Store equipment

5.7

Ensure vehicle is fit for transit (seal truck hose)

5.8

Return to base, including refuelling vehicle en route

5.9

Report any issues or incidents, as required

5.10

Debrief relevant stakeholders

5.11

Complete required paperwork