Conduct underground search

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 RIIERR306D, 'Conduct underground search'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Conduct underground search' 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

1. Plan and prepare for underground search

1.1 Access, interpret and apply underground search documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures

1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5 Receive and analyse information and clarify factors to be considered in the search plan

1.6 Identify, liaise and clarify roles with relevant external agencies

1.7 Develop a search plan and contingency search plans in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel

1.8 Identify and access equipment required

1.9 Communicate and coordinate activities with others prior to, during and on completion of the work activity

1.10Document identified search strategy, and plot search patterns and routes on mine plan

2. Conduct search

2.1 Define possible and probable search areas based on mine configuration and work activities

2.2 Conduct risk assessment , and identify the necessary controls measures

2.3 Identify and ensure the search period/area does not exceed air/oxygen working duration and search personnel fitness

2.4 Identify, establish and maintain communication systems with other personnel prior to and during the search

2.5 Apply search methodology using identified sequence/pattern and using appropriate techniques

2.6 Manoeuvre hostile ground using standard equipment, techniques and procedures

2.7 Maintain physical contact with other search team members at all times

2.8 Mark route to allow safe egress from mine and/or allow a back-up team to locate the search team

3. Manage unplanned event or change in circumstances

3.1 Identify and evaluate unplanned events and changes/variances in conditions or circumstances

3.2 Identify, implement and monitor procedures to address the unplanned event

3.3 Communicate details of the unplanned event or changes in circumstances to Incident Control for advice on actions to be taken

3.4 Communicate requests for further assistance or advice of withdrawal

4. Finalise search

4.1 Negotiate the conclusion of the search in consultation with external agencies and mine operational personnel

4.2 Collect, document and store all relevant evidence or information

4.3 Participate in a debrief

4.4 Complete all required written reports

4.5 Review search operation and recommend improvements


Qualifications and Skillsets

RIIERR306D appears in the following qualifications:

  • RII30713 - Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue
  • RII30213 - Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations
  • RII30215 - Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations
  • RII30715 - Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue