Design and maintain pillar system and ground control

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Assessment Tool
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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
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Wiki Markup
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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 RIIMSM306A, 'Design and maintain pillar system and ground control'.
Google Links
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Design pillar configuration to maximise safe material extraction

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity

1.2. Determine location of materials/ore to determine design parameters

1.3. Identify the potential hazards which could have an effect on pillar design and layout

1.4. Identify the characteristics and properties of the roof to determine the span that can stand unsupported

1.5. Identify ground conditions where secondary support will be needed

1.6. Evaluate the effect of any adjacent mines and incorporate in pillar design

2. Develop pillar system

2.1. Plan and prepare for pillar development according to pillar design parameters

2.2. Identify, address and/or report risks and hazards

2.3. Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment

2.4. Visually inspect work area to ensure safe access

2.5. Ensure work area is properly ventilated before entry and is free of dust and fumes

2.6. Inspect and assess site conditions to determine if scaling is required and take appropriate action

2.7. Ensure that dust suppression and/or extraction is prepared and ready for use

2.8. Arrange communications with other relevant personnel

2.9. Conduct pillar development safely and efficiently

2.10. Continuously monitor ground conditions and modify operation to maintain safe conditions

3. Extract pillars

3.1. Identify the strategic pillars which must not be removed for roof stability

3.2. Establish and observe a retreat system

3.3. Prop ground surrounding pillar before pillar removal

3.4. Extract selected pillars starting furthest from shaft, in a systematic manner

3.5. Prop ground area previously held by the removed pillars

3.6. Continuously monitor ground conditions and modify operation to maintain safe pillar removal


Qualifications and Skillsets

RIIMSM306A appears in the following qualifications:

  • RII30611 - Certificate III in Small Mining Operations