Conduct shearer operations

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 RIIMCU306D, 'Conduct shearer operations'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Conduct shearer operations' 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 to conduct shearer operations

1.1 Access, interpret and apply shearer operations 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 appropriate personal protective equipment and protective clothing

1.5 Access, interpret and apply mine environment, geological and survey data required to complete the allocated

1.6 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2. Shear and load coal

2.1 Communicate and coordinate activities with others throughout the work activity

2.2 Carry out pre-start, start-up, park-up, shutdown, isolation and secure equipment procedures

2.3 Operate shearer to shear and load coal

2.4 Cut longwall face to sequence and site conditions, maintaining horizon and quality control in accordance with extraction plan

2.5 Monitor systems and alarms and rectify or report factors adversely affecting production

2.6 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment

3. Carry out operator maintenance

3.1 Prepare machine/equipment for maintenance

3.2 Conduct inspection and fault finding

3.3 Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks

3.4 Carry out housekeeping activities

3.5 Process written maintenance records


Qualifications and Skillsets

RIIMCU306D appears in the following qualifications:

  • RII40413 - Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations
  • RII30213 - Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations
  • RII30215 - Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations
  • RII40415 - Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations